Dinner Shows at Disney World: Which One is Best?

​Many people ask about the dinner shows available at the Walt Disney World Resort. With all of the unique options Disney provides, it is so hard to choose which one to go see. Which one is right for your family? 

Each show is so different it depends on what you’re looking for. Something tropical? Something that includes your favorite characters? A show sure to keep you smiling, laughing, and singing along? Let us help you select to perfect choice for your family!

The Spirit of Aloha Luau at The Polynesian Village Resort

The luau takes place at Luau Cove, an open air theater near the beach at the Polynesian Village Resort. The show itself celebrates the traditions of Polynesia including drummers, a fire-knife performer, and dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Samoa, New Zealand, and Tahiti. The show is guaranteed to impress!
You’ll be completely transported to Polynesia, from the setting, to the show, to the food!

Dinner is an all-you-care-to-enjoy tropical feast including roasted chicken, pulled pork, beef ribs and more! Kids will be thrilled with choices like pizza, mini corn dogs, and tater tots among other kid-friendly favorites available from a limited kids menu. Soft drinks, lemonade, and coffee are included! Guests over 21 can also choose from some tropical favorites like the Tiki Punch for an additional cost. 

Hoop-De-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort

By far the most popular of all the dinner shows, Hoop-De-Doo Musical Revue is guaranteed country fun for the whole family! Set in Pioneer Hall at Fort Wilderness Resort, this is the only indoor dinner show! Full of singing, vaudeville comedy, and wild west dancing, you’ll be singing along in no time!

Dinner is an all-you-care-to-eat country buffet of BBQ ribs, fried chicken, salad and baked beans. Soft drinks, unlimited draft beer, wine, and sangria are all included in the cost. 

Mickey’s Backyard BBQ at Fort Wilderness Resort

Set outside under the Fort Wilderness Pavilion, Mickey’s Backyard BBQ is the only dinner show where Mickey and his friends will join you! Dance and sing along with Mickey and his country-western band as they lead you through fun line-dances, rope tricks, and family fun! This is one of the only places at Disney World that will announce birthdays, anniversaries, and special events, so if you’re celebrating something big, this is the place to be!

​Dinner is buffet style with BBQ favorites like burgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, macaroni and cheese, and more! Lemonade, fruit punch, soft drinks and unlimited beer and wine are included. 

Want help selecting the right restaraunts and planing details for your family? The team at Whitney World Travel is ready to help! Contact us today for your no-obligation quote.

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About the Author

Jenny Sandlin, Travel Advisor
Growing up, Jenny traveled frequently and always enjoyed helping plan every aspect of her family's vacations.  As an adult, she has enjoyed finding new adventures, as well as revisiting some of her favorite destinations-- San Francisco, Maui, Paris, Colorado and New York City. She absolutely loves enjoying new travel experiences with her husband and children. A personal family favorite for the the Sandlin family is Disney Destinations, a focus of her travel business. Jenny is a graduate of Bellarmine University and currently lives in The Woodlands, TX.