Annual Passholders Can Meet “Mickey Mouse’s Best Pals” This Summer

The Annual Passholder-exclusive character meet is returning to EPCOT for V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. From May 1 through July 31, 2026, Passholders can meet “Mickey Mouse’s best pals” inside the Magic Eye Theater. If that name doesn’t ring a bell, it’s the home of the Pixar Short Film Festival in the Imagination pavilion.

Last year, Passholders got Dopey. We’re not sure who Mickey’s pals are, but there’s a good chance Goofy will be included. At least, we hope.

The meet runs daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. As always, proof of Annual Pass is required, either an AP card or a linked MagicBand, MagicBand+, or Disney MagicMobile pass. Don’t be surprised if they also ask for a photo ID.

Character meets are always a nice V.I.PASSHOLDER perk, but the one that really matters is the discounted dining. Passholders can save up to 40% at some great Walt Disney World restaurants Monday through Thursday during the event.

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