2009 Must Do Disney: A Fall Time Capsule
The evolution of Disney in-room entertainment hit a milestone in 2009 with the debut of Must Do Disney. It replaced the fan-favorite “Top 7 Must-See” with a fresh, upbeat format and a returning host—Stacie—bringing her signature energy to every resort room screen.
This version of Must Do Disney was captured in October 2009, and it’s packed with seasonal extras and newly opened experiences. The familiar jingle kicks in—“It’s the time of your life…”—and you know it’s time to do the must-dos!
Magic Kingdom Highlights
Let’s start where the magic began—Magic Kingdom Park. Stacie checks off the classics:
- The Mountain Range: Big Thunder, Splash, and Space.
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant and it’s a small world.
- A special fall bonus: Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party promo!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Must-Dos
Next stop, the wildest park of them all:
- Expedition Everest
- Kali River Rapids
- Kilimanjaro Safaris
A perfect mix of thrills and animal encounters.
Epcot Must-Dos – Food, Thrills, and Culture
Epcot’s lineup features high-tech thrills and fall flavors:
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Soarin’, Test Track, and Mission: SPACE
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World Showcase, with a seasonal shout-out to:
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Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
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Eat to the Beat Concert Series
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios & More
Hollywood Studios delivers explosive action:
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Lights, Motors, Action Extreme Stunt Show
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The American Idol Experience (new at the time)
Water park favorites include:
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Crush ‘n’ Gusher at Typhoon Lagoon
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Summit Plummet at Blizzard Beach
Beyond the Parks: Downtown Disney
At Downtown Disney (now Disney Springs), don’t miss:
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Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba
And of course, Must-Do Disney reminds guests to take advantage of:
- Disney FastPass
- PhotoPass
- Magic Your Way Tickets
Why This Edition Stands Out
This 2009 edition of Must Do Disney perfectly captures fall at Walt Disney World, with unique overlays and seasonal highlights. Whether you’re reminiscing or discovering the era for the first time, it’s a magical time capsule filled with park memories and pixie dust.
Looking for More Halloween? Check out the Hocus Pocus Villian Spelltacular. Hallow-Wishes. Villians Mix and Mingle. Mickey’s no So Scary. DTV monster hits. Decorating Disney Halloween. and the Haunted Mansion Holiday. Disney’s Halloween Treat. Dillier’s Midnight Mansion. or a Must Do Disney that included the Halloween Party.
