Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Is Open for Summer 2026 — Here's What's Splashing
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon reopened May 12, 2026 after its seasonal refurbishment, putting both Walt Disney World water parks in operation at the same time. The tropical-themed park runs daily through September 8, with H2O Glow After Hours returning on select nights.
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon is back in full swing for summer. The tropical-themed water park at Walt Disney World reopened on May 12, 2026 following its seasonal refurbishment — meaning both of the resort's water parks are open at the same time — and the splashy H2O Glow After Hours nights are returning, too.
Key Details
- Where: Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
- Reopened: May 12, 2026
- Season: Open daily through September 8, 2026 (seasonal maintenance begins September 9)
- Both parks open: Typhoon Lagoon and Disney's Blizzard Beach are operating simultaneously
- After-hours event: H2O Glow After Hours on select nights
- Resort perk: Free water park admission on check-in day for eligible resort arrivals (May 26 – September 8, 2026)
The Story Behind the Storm
Opened in 1989, Typhoon Lagoon tells the tale of a once-pristine tropical resort upended by a powerful typhoon. The storm's calling card towers over the whole park: Miss Tilly, a shrimp boat left impaled atop the 95-foot Mount Mayday, who erupts a geyser of water skyward on a regular schedule. It is one of the most charming bits of theming in any Disney water park, and it sets the laid-back, castaway tone the moment you walk in.
The Big Attractions
Typhoon Lagoon is best known for its enormous wave pool and an eclectic mix of slides and lazy-river relaxation. Signature experiences include:
- Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool — one of the largest wave pools in North America, sending sizable swells across the sand
- Castaway Creek — a circling lazy river that drifts past caves, grottoes, and tropical scenery
- Crush 'n' Gusher — a water-coaster that pushes riders uphill through a former fruit-processing plant
- Miss Adventure Falls — a family-friendly raft ride and the park's longest attraction
- Humunga Kowabunga — steep, fast speed slides for thrill seekers
- Gangplank Falls, Mayday Falls, and Keelhaul Falls — a trio of white-water raft slides
- Ketchakiddee Creek — a gentle splash zone designed for the youngest guests
H2O Glow After Hours Returns
Back again for 2026, H2O Glow After Hours transforms Typhoon Lagoon into an illuminated, after-dark dance party on select nights. The separately ticketed event features glowing décor, music, complimentary snacks, and appearances from beloved Toy Story pals — a fun, lower-crowd way to enjoy the water park once the sun goes down.
What This Means for Park Fans
With Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach open simultaneously for the first time this year, Walt Disney World guests have far more water-park capacity and flexibility for a summer cool-down. Resort hotel guests get an extra bonus, too: eligible arrivals between May 26 and September 8 receive complimentary water park admission on their check-in day. The season runs through September 8, 2026, so there is a generous window to dive in — just check the official Walt Disney World website for daily operating hours and H2O Glow After Hours dates before you plan your splash.