Every May at Disney World, you can count on an infusion of new snacks, events, and all things Moana. Why? Because Disney World Celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with everything from new menus to more character meet and greets, art installations and more. We’re collecting everything happening for this extra magical month of May. Called ” A World of Voices” at Disney World get ready to honor the colorful cultures of Asian American Pacific Islander people. Check out everything happening for this special month-long celebration.
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Special Character Meet and Greets
A slew of favorite Disney characters honoring their own heritage for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month include Moana, Russell from Pixar’s Up!, Raya, from Raya and the Last Dragon, Mulan, and Edna Mode from The Incredibles. Be sure to check out where you can find each of these characters in the month of May.
- Moana at Animal Kingom
- Russell and Dug at Animal Kingdom
- Raya in the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade at Magic Kingdom Park
- Mulan at the EPCOT China Pavilion
- Edna Mode at Pixar Place in Hollywood Studios
Live Entertainment
Highlighting the music of the South Pacific, Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Disney World includes performances from local groups, as well as Disney mainstays in the parks, playing and singing favorite songs.
At EPCOT
Available throughout the year, if you’re visiting in May be sure to stop by the EPCOT Japan Pavilion to hear the drummers, Matsuriza. A beautiful performance filled with power and rhythm.
At Animal Kingdom
Everyone’s favorite band on the Africa Stage is performing songs inspired by Moana throughout the month. Be sure to check out the Viva Gaia Street Band at Animal Kingdom on your next visit.
Disney Springs Art Walk
Head to the Disney Springs Art Walk to see the art installations across the center, perfect for an afternoon stroll, with a coffee in hand. Be sure to take note of the extremely talented artists. For Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Disney World, artists featured include Vietnamese-American artist Thao Huynh French and Cambodian-American artist Andrew Hem along with Eric Tan, Stacey Aoyama, and Leah Abucayan.
Specialty Snacks and Food
Offered throughout May these specialty snacks bring the flavors of the islands to the forefront. With unique flavor combinations and classic favorites, like pad thai. Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Snacks have not yet been announced! Check back closer to the event.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Disney World
There you have it! All the happenings at Walt Disney World in May for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. If you’re visiting be sure to take a break and experience this culture. It’s colorful, fun, and filled with meaning. Enjoy!
Rochelle Mariah is a writer, designer and photographer. Determined to make Planning a DIY Disney Vacation easier she makes lots of lists and drinks lots of coffee. When not designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she’s watching old movies and planning the holidays. She has been traveling to Disney destinations since 2010.
