One of the most common questions I get asked is what to pack for a Disney park vacation. After years of visiting the parks with my husband and kids, I have a pretty good idea of what’s needed for travel there, the hotel stay, and your time in the parks.

#1 Packing Tip

The key to packing for the Disney parks is comfort and layers. Sure, it would be lovely to dress up in elaborate themed outfits like influencers do, but… come on, man. Be real. You’re probably going to spend your days wrangling little people who are really clingy and messy.

Go for comfort – trust me, you can still be cute and family matchy-matchy but C O M F O R T above all else.

FYI, Disney policy states that no one over the age of 13 is allowed to wear a costume in the parks. This is a no exceptions/strictly enforced policy. You can, however, do Disney bounding (wearing outfits inspired by Disney characters) which is super fun and really cute.

#1 Thing NOT To Do

Also, there is a weird TikTok thing going around where they tell you to “hack” Disney’s policies by wearing as few clothes as possible so they will then give you free more family-friendly merchandise to wear/keep.

THEY DO NOT DO THIS ANYMORE.

They will absolutely stop you from entering the parks or escort you from the property and tell you that you can come back once your clothing is more appropriate for a family setting.

General Packing Lists

Because so many people have asked, here’s a few general packing lists with items that you will need or want during your Disney park vacation. Everything is listed using American terms and you can click on each image to download a printable copy.

Adult Disney Park Packing List:

• Toiletries:
  • shampoo/conditioner
  • body wash/soap
  • face wash/make-up remover
  • deodorant
  • moisturizer/chapstick/lotion
  • sunscreen/after sun care
  • toothbrush/toothpaste/floss(ers)
  • shaving supplies
  • menstrual supplies
  • Bandaids/blister pads
  • Aspirin/OTC meds/vitamins
  • hair ties/bonnet/durag
  • contacts/solution/glasses
• Clothes:
  • shirts/tank tops + 2
  • shorts/pants/skirts + 1-2
  • dresses
  • swimsuit (2) + cover up
  • pajamas/loungewear (2)
  • underwear/bras/socks + 2-3 + spare bra
  • workout gear (if that’s your thing)
  • “nice” outfit (for date night or photo shoot)
  • light jacket, sweatshirt, or cardigan
  • raincoat/poncho
  • hat
  • sunglasses
• Footwear:
  • sneakers/comfortable walking shoes
  • flip flops/Crocs
  • rain shoes/boots
  • “nice” shoes (for date night or photo shoot)
• General Items:
  • mini first aid kit
  • extra plugs/chargers/Fuel Rods
  • nightlight/white noise machine
  • tracker(s)/safety items/ID info (if needed)
  • coping tools (if needed):
    • spare headphones
    • fidget toys
    • sensory toys
    • chew necklaces
    • weighted blankets/vests

Kid Disney Park Packing List:

• Toiletries:
  • shampoo/conditioner
  • body wash/soap
  • face wash
  • deodorant
  • moisturizer/chapstick/lotion
  • toothbrush/toothpaste/floss(ers)
  • menstrual supplies (if needed)
  • Bandaids
  • kid OTC meds/vitamins
  • hair ties/bonnet/durag
• Clothes:
  • shirts/tank tops + 2
  • shorts/pants/skirts + 1-2
  • dresses
  • swimsuit/rash guard (2) + cover up
  • pajamas/loungewear (2)
  • underwear/bras/socks + 2-3 + spare bra (if needed)
  • “nice” outfit (for photo shoot)
  • light jacket/sweatshirt/cardigan
  • raincoat/poncho
  • hat
  • sunglasses
  • toileting supplies (if needed):
    • spare underwear/clothes
    • diapers/pull-ups/disposables
    • flushable wipes
    • small plastic bags
    • changing pads/disposable pads
    • reward/treats
• Footwear:
  • sneakers/comfortable walking shoes
  • flip flops/Crocs
  • rain shoes/boots
  • “nice” (for photo shoot)

General Items:

• mini first aid kit
• extra plugs/chargers/Fuel Rods
• nightlight/white noise machine
• tracker(s)/safety items/ID info (if needed)
• coping tools (if needed):
  • spare headphones
  • fidget toys
  • sensory toys
  • chew necklaces
  • weighted blankets/vests

Carry-On/Plane Items:

• electronics/devices
• chargers/Fuel Rods
• headphones/ear buds
• prescription medication (in original containers)
• mini first aid/OTC meds/Bandaids
• toileting supplies (if needed):
  • spare underwear/clothes
  • diapers/pull-ups/disposables
  • flushable wipes
  • small plastic bags
  • changing pads/disposable pads
  • reward/treats
• refillable water bottles
• snacks
• wipes
• stuffies/blankies/security items
• toys/games/art supplies

Daily Disneyland Packing List

In Your Bag:

• mini first aid kit/Bandaids/blister pads
• non-perishable snacks
• cash/credit card/ID
• tickets/MagicBands
• cell phones + app
• Fuel Rod/external charger
• coping tools/headphones/fidget toys
• sunscreen
• coins for penny machines (if desired)
• sunglasses

In The Stroller:

• hat(s)
• light jacket/sweatshirt/cardigan
• autograph books/pens
• Mickey ears
• Bbottled water/refillable water bottle
• toileting kit:
  • spare underwear/disposables/clothes
  • flushable wipes
  • small plastic bags
  • disposable pads for changing tables
  • rewards/treats
• rain gear (if needed)
• fancy camera (if desired)