INSIDE: Roam the Gnome’s Guide to the FREE Chip and Dale Campfire Activity at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort!
Did you know that you can enjoy a “campfire singalong and roast marshmallows” event with Disney characters Chip n’ Dale at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for FREE?
That’s the answer to ‘is Chip and Dale campfire free?”
The second most common question is ‘can anyone go to Chip and Dale’s campfire?’ and the answer is YES.
You don’t even need to be staying at a Walt Disney World hotel, or have a Disney theme park ticket.
Just pop in.
This free character meet-and-greet activity is a super generous daily event sponsored by Disney.
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The evening sing-a-long around the campfire includes a viewing of a Disney movie.
Plus, there’s an opportunity to roast marshmallows with Chip and Dale over the campfire at Fort Wilderness.
That is the cutest thing EVER.
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Take a look at Fort Wilderness campground and activities here.
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Roast Marshmallows at the Disney Chip and Dale Campfire!
The cookout hours starts at around 7:00 pm in the winter and autumn months, and a little later in the summer and spring.
The Disney campfire singalong with Chip and Dale is held at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground.
Find it near the Meadow Training Post area of the campground.
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Chip n Dale Sing Along Repertoire at Ft Wilderness Campfire
Be enchanted with a sociable sing-along of well-known campfire songs and child-friendly favourites.
Be sure to bring along some marshmallows to roast over one of two campfire rings.
If you arrive empty handed, don’t worry.
You can always buy them there, along with all the necessary ingredients to make S’mores – marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate.
This gooey, sweet chocolately concoction is a favorite American treat on vacation.
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Chip and Dale Meet and Greet
Good ol’ Chip ‘n’ Dale meander through the campground during this family time.
They pose for pics, share cuddles, and sign autographs.
They’ll also lead the kids through group dance-offs like the Chicken Dance, and the Hokey Pokey. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes.
Handy hint: the characters will make their way to you.
There’s no need to push and shove to meet them.
Cast members kindly ask that you simply patiently wait for your turn.
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Chip and Dale Campfire Movie Schedule
Post sing-along, a free Disney movie is shown on a large outdoor screen.
BYO blanket to stretch out under the stars.
Camp chairs are more than welcome too.
But if you are travelling light, seating is available in bleachers or on benches.
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Chip and Dale’s Campfire Sing Along Movies Schedule Poster
Check the Fort Wilderness Campfire Movie Schedule poster on one of the comfort stations to find out the current offerings.
The Fort Wilderness Movie Schedule may include:
- a showing of Peter Pan
- Ratatouille
- The Little Mermaid (as pictured above), or
- my favourite Disney film ever, Enchanted.
(Amy Adams in this role is sooooo cute!)
And yes, this free event is still on when it rains!
The outdoor movie just moves to the porch of The Meadow Trading Post.
We love this gesture of kindness from Disney so no one need miss out!
This event is super fun, and a nice respite from the crowds of the big theme parks.
Don’t miss it!
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THE INSIDE SCOOP: Disney Fort Wilderness Chip and Dale Campfire
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Location of the FREE Chip n Dale Campfire Activity!
Address: Disney Fort Wilderness campground is at 4510 Fort Wilderness Trail, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830, United States
Please note that the location of the event is at number #7 on the map, right in the middle.
Phone enquiries: Call Disney on 407/824-2788.
Entry fees: There’s no Chip and Dale campfire cost. It’s free.
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Chip and Dale Fort Wilderness Campfire – Opening hours
The official Chip and Dale Campfire time is 7pm, but we recommend being there before 7pm to make sure you don’t miss a thing.
No sign up is required.
Just make your way there.
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Fort Wilderness Food Truck Snacks
Dinner style dining food is available from the Chuckwagon Food Truck Snack Bar.
The Chuck Wagon sells:
- pretzels
- fries
- onion rings
- mozzarella sticks
- popcorn
- smores kits
- marshmallow roasting sticks, and
- drinks including juice and of course, soda!
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How to get to Chip and Dale Fort Wilderness campfire and singalong:
Click here for a map and directions of how to get to Chip and Dale campfire at Disney World.
It’s one of the most asked questions!
The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is a budget Disney hotel with a difference.
Set amongst 750 acres of pine and cypress forest, kids can try spotting the deer, rabbits, ducks, and armadillos that roam the land!
Fort Wilderness in Orlando is 4 miles from Magic Kingdom, an 8 minute drive.
Disney Fort Wilderness Campground Map
Here’s a map of the Fort Wilderness Campground.
The campfire is held at position #7 on the map.
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Sasha
Friday 12th of July 2019
Hey, I re ebtly read a review from Jan 2019 that said they were turned away because they were staying off site. Do you know if the policy on it being open to anybody had changed?
Amber
Saturday 13th of July 2019
Hi Sasha I haven't heard that. I'll do some research. Thanks for letting me know.