What is the Disney World Refillable Mug 2023?

What is the Disney World Refillable Mug 2023?

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What is the Disney World Refillable Mug 2023?

This article is your complete guide to the Disney refillable mug 2023! Are you trying to think of ways to budget for your next Disney vacation and wondering about the refillable mug program? The WDW refillable mugs are one of the coolest souvenirs that also double as a useful trick for saving some money while on vacation. These Disney refillable cups even change out with the season or have limited offerings, which are great collectible items for those Disney lovers.

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So if you’re ready to learn everything we know about the Disney refillable mugs, let’s read on!

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What is Disney’s Refillable Mug 2023?

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The Disney refillable mug is a 16-oz plastic mug which can be used throughout Walt Disney World property food courts. These one of a kind souvenir cups are covered with your favorite Disney Characters, and provide free refills during your stay at a Disney resort. Each Disney mug comes equipped with a plastic cover and handle, so you’ll never spill a drop when running for the monorail!

The refillable mugs Disney World has are extremely easy to use once you obtain your mug, whether it be a single purchase or the Disney Dining Plan. With your Disney souvenir cup, you can visit any self serve station for unlimited refills.

Personally, we love using the refillable cups at Disney World when we are staying at the resorts, and still use them today in our homes after bringing them home. It is our favorite part of about the Disney mugs, is that they’re useful long after you’ve used them during your Disney stay. Resort-refillable mugs are eligible for refills from self-service beverage islands at any Disney Resort hotel Quick-Service location

This Disney refillable mug guide will help answer frequently asked questions including where to use your mug, are they worth the money, different holiday themes and so much more!

What is the Disney RapidFill mug?

That RapidFill system is a great program that Walt Disney World Resort guests to save some money on beverage options at the resort. Every single Disney World resort has self-serve beverage stations, where guest with activated refillable mugs or cups can fill up on their favorite beverages during their stay. We love covering the Disney refillable mug 2023 because we think it doubles as a wonderful way to save money, but also the perfect souvenir to bring home and remember the magic.

Are Disney refillable mugs dishwasher safe?

Walt Disney World refillable mugs are dishwasher safe but just note that the design on the outside can wear easily. But if you’re staying on resort, they are easily washed out at the in-room sinks or even at the refillable Disney cups rinse station by the soda dispensers!

Can you reuse Disney refillable mugs?

Yes! The refillable souvenir cups at Disney World can and should be reused during your Disney World vacations! Guests are welcome to bring their cups all over Walt Disney World resort, to fill with water while in the parks, or the free refill beverages while at the resorts! Disney has made it easy to clean the rapid fill mugs at Disney World with cleaning sinks at the beverage stations.

How many ounces are the Disney refillable mugs?

All refillable mugs at Disney are 16 oz cups, which does seem MUCH smaller once you dispense ice and secure the thick plastic tops. It is important to note that the space inside is pretty small.

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Which Drinks are Included With the Disney Resort Mugs 2023?

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Guests who purchase a Disney resort refillable mug are entitled to unlimited free refills at participating locations. Unfortunately, it is not valid for every beverage that the Disney Resorts serve, and should be noted before accidentally filling your cup and saving to pay. Do not fret though, guests filling their 2023 Disney World refillable cups have plenty of choices, and it is well worth the money for the variety of beverages offered.

What drinks are included with the refillable Disney souvenir cup?

These free refills at Disney World include:

  • Various Coke Products
  • Hi-C and Powerade (where applicable)
  • Coffee
  • Tea
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Water (also free without a Disney refillable cup)

What drinks are not included with the Disney World refill cups 2023?

The only drinks that guests are not allowed to refill in their Disney souvenir mugs are milk and juices. You can still purchase juice and milk separately, but unfortunately cannot use them for refill options.

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How Can I Buy a Disney Refillable Mug in 2023?

Special note: The Disney dining plan will be making it’s return January 9th, 2024 for those looking to stay at a Disney resort. 

There are two ways to purchase WDW refillable mugs, with options to prepay or buy once you get to your Walt Disney World hotel.

  1. Add a Disney Dining Plan to your vacation package (prepay)
  2. Pick one up at a your Disney World hotel gift shop or restaurant

Disney Dining Plan Mug

Each participant in the Disney dining plan will receive one (1) Disney Dining mug credit. You can redeem your brand new mug at any Disney dining location as soon as you check in.

Separate Purchase at a Disney World Hotel Gift Shop or Restaurant

If your group is not participating in a Disney dining plan no worries. You can still take advantage of this great deal! They can be purchased at any Disney World hotel gift shop, and participating quick service restaurants.

Simply pick the mug of your choice, and add how ever many days you would like to use it.

As of right now, this is the only option for guests looking to pick up their Disney World park refillable mug. We hope that Disney will bring back their dining plan, as it was a great way for guests, especially families, to save money!

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How Do Disney Refillable Mugs Work?

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The Disney World refillable mugs 2023 are very simple to use, just like magic you can have a beverage in your cup. At any of the Disney Resort hotels, Quick Service locations will have a self service beverage area to redeem your refills.

The Disney refillable mug is extremely simple to use. Just follow these steps:

  1. Locate your closest refilling station
  2. Hold your cup to the dispenser, and place the bottom on the platform
  3. The platform will then scan your cup
  4. Your favorite drink will then be dispensed until your cup is full

The most important part of this process is the RFID chip on the bottom of your Disney World refillable cup. Make sure the cup is placed on the platform and your chip can be scanned. If nothing is coming it there is a good chance it has to do with the RFID chip.

How long are Disney refillable mugs good for?

Once you purchase and activate your refillable cups for Disney World, they will be valid the entire length of your stay. So, you will not have to worry about activating your Disney souvenir cup more than once on your Disney vacation.

Can I bring my Disney refillable cup back to Disney World?

Unfortunately, you cannot bring your Disney refillable mug back and reactivate it for another trip. The RFID chip that is placed in the bottom of the mugs to track refills cannot last that long, which makes them only good for the vacation you buy them on.

How can I track the days left on my Disney Mug?

Each filling station will have a small screen, which will show how many days are left on your refillable Disney cups use. Just like magic, each resort Disney refillable mug station has sensors on the cup holders that scan your cup as you fill. Right on the machine it will tell you how many days you have left to use WDW refillable mugs.

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How Much are Disney Refillable Mugs at Disney World 2023?

The cost for Disney refillable mug in 2023 is $19.99 and this includes a 7 day activation. You can upgrade your WDW refillable mug to a special edition for another $10. In previous years the upgraded Disney refillable mug was the Disney Skyliner, now it is the Star Wars special edition. You can make this upgrade at any Walt Disney World resort that is selling them, but it is smart to try and purchase them from the resort you are staying at.

How much are refillable mugs at Disney World 2023?

The Disney refillable mug price 2023 is:

  • Regular mugs have a flat price of $19.99
  • Upgraded mugs can cost up to $29.99

Where to buy Disney refillable mugs 2023

All of the refillable Disney World souvenir cups can be purchased at any one of the Walt Disney World Resorts. That does not include partner hotels or Disney Swan, Dolphin or Swan Reserve that are in the area. Guests will typically be able to find them in the resort hotel’s quick service dining areas or gift shops.

Will the Disney Refillable Mug Save Me Money?

This depends on … well you! If you are a big soda or coffee drinker, we find you will easily spend over $19.99 on soft drinks at the Disney resorts. For comparison purposes a soda in Walt Disney World will cost you $3.29+, and a coffee will cost you $2.79+. But if you’re planning on drinking multiple cups of soda a day, the WDW refillable mug will save you a ton of money.

It’s important to note this mug can be used at any Disney resort, not just the hotel you’re staying at. This can be a great advantage if your family loves to resort hop as much as we do!

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Which Characters Are On The Disney Refillable Mug 2023?

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Back when the rapid fill program first started every Disney hotel would have their own unique Disney Resort mug. However, Disney has since transitioned over to a standard design across all of Disney hotels.

The good news is that Disney still changes the design and  characters on the Disney refillable mugs every year. So if you collect these mugs like we do, you also get to go home with a unique souvenir. In the past we have seen Disney World refillable mugs include Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and even Buzz lightyear!

Current Walt Disney World refillable mug designs

The Disney World cups are designs typically change throughout the year, with new designs being released every season or so. There different Disney refillable mug styles have ranged from Star Wars to Mickey Mouse, so you never really know which designs are going to roll out next. We especially love that Disney has the upgraded refillable mugs that are much sturdier, and typically made out of metal with beautiful designs.

  • Holiday refillable mugs
  • Disney World Halloween refillable mug
  • Christmas refillable mugs

What are the current Disney refillable mugs 2023?

The current and most popular mug we’ve found recently at the resorts is the Disney 1o0th Anniversary Mug. You can get the 100th Anniversary Disney refillable mug with a silver or purple top, and adorable photos of the Fab 5 in their 100th Anniversary outfits.

Special Edition Disney Parks Refillable Mug

We have also seen limited edition Disney mugs released with grand openings of the of new landmarks at the parks such as the Disney Skyliner and Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge.

Disney Skyliner Mug

The stainless steel Disney skyliner mug was available at the four Disney hotels connecting the skyliner stations. These include Art of Animation, Pop Century, Caribbean Beach Resort, and Riviera Resort.

Star Wars Refillable Mug

Disney also released a Star Wars themed hotel mug available for purchase or as an upgrade to all Disney Dining plan mugs. This mug features Rd-D2 and C3PO with the Star Wars logo and a familiar sunset background.

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Where Can I Use My Disney Refillable Mug?

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The Disney refillable mug can only be filled at Walt Disney World resorts. This is important to remember if you are purchasing your mug outside of a Disney dining plan. It can still be a great money savor if your family spends a ton of time in your hotel. You would just have to crunch the numbers.

It is important to know that while you are welcome to bring your WDW refillable mug with you inside the parks, you cannot fill them. They are strictly for Disney resort stays!

What resorts can I use my Disney refillable cup?

  • All Star Movies Resort
  • All Star Music Resort
  • All Star Sports Resort
  • Animal Kingdom Lodge
  • Animal Kingdom Villas
  • Art of Animation Resort
  • Bay Lake Tower
  • Beach Club Resort
  • Boardwalk Inn
  • Caribbean Beach Resort
  • Contemporary Resort
  • Coronado Springs Resort
  • Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
  • Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
  • Old Key West
  • Polynesian Resort
  • Pop Century Resort
  • Port Orleans Resort
  • Riviera Resort
  • Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
  • Wilderness Lodge
  • Yacht Club Resort

Can you refill Disney mugs at theme parks?

No, unfortunately you cannot. It’s important to note that you can take your filled Disney refillable mug into the parks. The downside of this is that you will have to carry around your mug all day, not to mention clean out whatever beverage was in it before throwing it in your back pack.

We find that you are better off going with a disposable cup if you’re planning on carrying a beverage with you in the morning.

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Walt Disney World Refillable Mugs FAQ

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Q: Can you buy a refillable mug at Disney World?

A: Yes, Walt Disney World does offer a refillable mug program. All guests stay at Walt Disney World Resort hotels can purchase a refillable Disney mug and use it to get free refills for the length of their trip.

Q: Can you use Disney refillable mugs in the parks?

A: While guests are allowed to bring their refillable mugs at Disney into the theme parks, there are no free refill stations for them to use. Unfortunately, the only place you can use the refillable mugs at Disney are at the back at the hotels.

Q: Are Disney refillable mugs microwave safe?

A: Yes! The Disney World refillable mugs are microwave safe and top-rack dishwasher safe.

Q: Are Disney refillable mugs dishwasher safe?

A: Yes, according to a few cast members we have asked and a bunch of trial and error by our readers Disney refillable mugs are dishwasher safe.

Q: How much are refillable mugs at Disney World?

A: The standard plastic refillable mugs at Walt Disney World are $19.99 plus tax. Any of the upgraded Disney World refillable cups can cost upwards of $29.99.

Q: Do the Disney refillable drinks include Milk and Juices?

A: No, unfortunately not. Almost every other beverage at Walt Disney World are offered for the Disney refillable mug program, except for milk and juice.

Q: Are there any Disneyland refillable mugs 2023?

A: Unfortunately, Disneyland does not have a refillable mug program. There are many different cup and mug options for purchase, but they are not refillable.

When is The Best Time to Visit Disney World?

Our Disney  World Crowd Calendar is the best tool to help you get the most out of your time in the parks. We break down park crowds, park hours of operation, ticket prices, and average temperature. We also break down the best time to visit Disney World based on specific times of the year and special events.

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Michael Belmont

Michael Belmont is the owner and chief editor at Theparkprodigy.com, an authorized Disney and Universal travel agent. He specializes in Disney and Universal theme park tickets and vacation packages, as well as daily park plans to help optimize vacation time. Michael and The Park Prodigy have been featured on ABC’s Florida affiliate, WTFV, as well as over 10 Disney focused blogs. As owner, Michael manages The Park Prodigy blog and social media, a Disney themed podcast, and a Disney and Universal focused YouTube channel. Prior to starting The Park Prodigy, Michael was a long time Disney and Universal enthusiast, frequent visitor of the parks, and even served as a Walt Disney World Cast Member in Orlando, Florida!