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Autograph books from the Disney outlet store
Photo Credit: Breeze Leonard

Secret Disney Outlet is the Best Place to Buy Disney Souvenirs

January 19, 2021 //  by Breeze Leonard//  41 Comments

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  • 2 Disney Character Warehouse Locations+−
    • Disney Character Warehouse
    • Disney's Character Warehouse at the Orlando Premium Outlets
  • Which Disney Outlet is the Right One for You?
  • Disney Character Warehouse Finds
  • Disney Outlet Orlando Pin Trading Tips+−
    • When You Can't Be at Disney
  • Official Disney Outlets Nationwide
  • Disney World "Outlet Stores" Shopping Tips
  • Where to Buy Discounted Disney World Tickets

Disney World can feel like one big ATM if you let it. After paying for the tickets, resort rooms, and meals, you might not have any left for souvenirs. Here’s the secret to saving a bit at the House of Mouse: Disney’s Character Warehouse. The official Disney outlet locations in Orlando, Florida are jam-packed with souvenirs at up to 75% off. Even better, one is right outside Disney World gates!

It’s funny how after spending thousands for Disney World theme park tickets, hotels and meals, it’s the $34 t-shirt that sends me over the edge. I just can’t bear the park prices for souvenirs!

Thank Goofy I’ve found the premium outlets that sell our favorite Disney merchandise. These are Disney-owned stores, not knockoffs, right in Orlando, Florida. I’m happy to share my discoveries with you.

TravelingMom Tip: Like so many other things, visiting the Disney outlets isn’t as simple as it used to be. Capacity limits may mean waiting in line to enter the store. On busy days, the outlet operates a virtual queue and will text you when it’s your turn to shop. Check out these Disney World FAQs to get all the info you need.

2 Disney Character Warehouse Locations

Disney Character Warehouse

4969 International Dr.
Orlando FL

Disney’s Character Warehouse at the Orlando Premium Outlets

8200 Vineland Ave #1252
Orlando FL

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    There are pluses and minuses to both. Read on for the details on which is closest to Disney World, which has the best selection and what to buy when you’re there.

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    Disney Character Warehouse pin
    Photo Credit Disney Character Warehouse and Disney Mickey ears: Breeze Leonard

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    Kids costumes at the Disney outlet store, Disney Character Warehouse in Orlando Florida
    Kids costumes for sale at the Disney outlet store near Disney World in Orlando. Photo Credit: Breeze Leonard

    Which Disney Outlet is the Right One for You?

    If you’re short on time, take an Uber, to Disney’s Character Warehouse at Orlando Premium Outlet Mall (8200 Vineland Ave., Suite 1252). This is the closest to Disney (right outside theWalt Disney World gates), Not surprisingly, it also is the busiest of the two outlets.

    If you’ve got more time and a car, the Orlando International Premium Outlets location (4951 International Drive, Orlando) is well worth the drive.

    Because it’s a bit further afield, the Disney’s Character Warehouse on I-Drive tends to get picked over less quickly. We found this to be our favorite of the two Disney outlets because it offers a greater selection of fun Disney merch.

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    Disney Character Warehouse Finds

    Collection of Disney ear at the Disney outlet store.
    Collection of Disney ears at the Disney outlet store in Orlando. Photo Credit: Breeze Leonard

    The kids and I hit both on one visit. Before we went into the Disney outlets, I gave each of my kids $10 to spend.

    We loaded up on tees from $4 and tons of out-of-season but still perfectly useful items at giveaway prices. We also found Magicband bling – $13 at the parks – for $1.99. I grabbed a bunch of those for gifts to give to Disney loving friends.

    What’s also nice about the Disney’s Character Warehouse is that you can find some amazing collectibles and high-end items (the same items that can be found in the official Disney store) and hugely discounted prices.

    I see Dooney and Burke and Vera Bradley purses every time I visit, usually at half off retail. On the last visit, I got an amazing Mickey Leather Bomber jacket at a steal.

    Be sure to look in the display cases and shelves behind the counter. I have been able to get some one-of-a-kind items from sold-out Disney special events such as Star Wars weekends.

    Read More: 25+ Ways to Save Money at Disney World

    Disney Outlet Orlando Pin Trading Tips

    Star Wars limited edition pin bought at a discount at the Disney outlet store, Disney Character Warehouse, in Orlando Florida
    I scored this limited edition Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge pin on my last visit to the outlet mall. Photo Credit: Breeze Leonard

    Disney’s Character Warehouse carries pin starter sets of 6 or 8 for $12.95 to $16.95, which is an absolute steal compared to the parks.

    If your kids are into pin trading, get ANY cheap ones you can find; the cast members in the parks are required to trade them. (They must be official Disney pins, so beware the knock-offs you can find online!)! Many of the park gift shops (especially in the hotels) have entire books of pins just for trading. No worries if your kid starts with 20 “2016 marathon” pins you got for $3 each.

    Read More: Fun Disney Luggage for Kids

    Speaking of pins, we have a holiday tradition in our family involving Disney pins. When the kids were 4 and 7, their Christmas surprise was a trip to Disney World. To get them in the spirit the “Elves” put a daily Disney pin into their advent calendars. The kids are now 11 and 15 and still look for the pins every December morning. Thank goodness for the Disney outlet so the Elves can stock up on the cheap!

    When You Can’t Be at Disney

    Rev up the excitement for an impending Disney trip or extend the magic after a Disney vacation with these Disney recipes, Disney crafts and Disney at home activities:

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    Official Disney Outlets Nationwide

    If you’re near a local Disney outlet, it’s definitely worth a look because you can find some great deals!

    An interesting bit of trivia: Disney tends to stock merchandise from parks farther away from the location. For instance, the outlets near Washington DC are often chock full of special event tees, toys, and knick-knacks from Disneyland. It’s a great place to score some of your favorite Disney merch.

    I always keep an eye on shopDisney sales as well. During “Friends and Family” sales, look for free shipping with no minimum and items as low as 99 cents (be sure to sign up for the emails).

    Need help planning your Disney trip? Get all your questions answered from our Disney Planning & Fun Facebook Group!

    Disney World “Outlet Stores” Shopping Tips

    I’d be remiss not to remind you of a couple of my favorite shop-and-save tips right on Disney property:

    • I highly recommend visiting the outlets BEFORE you head into the parks. You’ll find autograph books, pins for pin-trading, Disney ears, Disney t-shirts and so many more items that you’ll want to use during your Disney vacation.
    • Uniqlo, in Disney Springs, is a Japanese H&M/Old Navy type clothing store. However, the merchandise is universally good quality. Even better, each store carries a line of merchandise unique to the location. The Disney Springs store has hundreds of unique Disney tees, most under $15. The style and fit factor are amped up a notch over your typical t-shirt. You’ll even find characters not often seen. Last time I saw Up! and 101 Dalmatians. When was the last time you saw an Up! t-shirt?

    TravelingMom Tip: For more Disney World tips and expert advice check out our Disney World Vacation Tips.

    Disney character warehouse disney outlet sign in Orlando Florida
    Photo Credit: Breeze Leonard

    Where to Buy Discounted Disney World Tickets

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    What are your best Disney outlet shopping finds? Please share in the comments.

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    41 Comments on “Secret Disney Outlet is the Best Place to Buy Disney Souvenirs”

    1. Linda says:
      August 18, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      if it says its right across the street from Disney Springs how come you can’t walk to it

      Reply
    2. Treva mcmaster says:
      August 2, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      Character warehouse is they best place to go to find Mickey ears, T-shirt’s, pins . Found Snow White seven dwarfs glass figures years ago.

      Reply
    3. Barbara Cline says:
      June 23, 2021 at 11:24 am

      How do you make reservations for the outlets? I maybe heading down there in Aug but no park time since hubby will be down there for work.

      Reply
      1. Nasreen Stump says:
        June 28, 2021 at 7:32 am

        It’s a virtual queue that you can join once you’re onsite at the outlets. When you arrive you go to the store to join the queue and then you can walk around the rest of the outlet area while waiting for your number to be up. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    4. Teresa says:
      May 25, 2021 at 8:22 am

      Is there still a reservation time if you go to any of the warehouses?

      Reply
    5. Ashley says:
      April 18, 2021 at 6:34 pm

      I have to tell you that you single handedly ruined my kids day because of this blog post. I thought I’d hit the jackpot after reading this, and refused my kids any merch at the park, and instead drove them to the Disney Character Warehouse after we left Animal Kingdom, only to find out it’s RESERVATION ONLY to get in. Mind you, it was 5:30 and they didn’t close until 7… the refused to add me to the line. I’m sick, my kids hate me, and it’s because of this post. I don’t know if I’m mad at you or mad at the store but it was so misleading all around. Because like you, they didn’t disclose ANYWHERE that a reservation was required either. Love your blog but you need to forewarn folks that’s it’s not as easy as show up and shop. Guess I’m paying airport prices now 🤦‍♀️

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      1. Cindy Richards says:
        April 19, 2021 at 3:35 pm

        Oh Ashley! We are so sorry to hear about your experience. I have updated the post to reflect the limited capacities and virtual queue.

        Reply
      2. Amanda sanders says:
        May 5, 2021 at 2:07 am

        How do you get on the list? Do you go online or is it in person only?

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        1. Stephanie says:
          May 6, 2021 at 10:16 am

          We have found 2 hours early isnt enough we now wont be able to go either we left 2 hours early to go get in line and the line to get on the que was already wrapped around the mall n we have other plans later so we cant spend all day in line and then waiting to be called back but you MUST be there in person to get in the que so plan on spending the day in line just waiting to get in

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    6. Anne Christiansen says:
      April 11, 2021 at 7:24 am

      Great article! It mentions an outlet in Washington DC and other areas, but I can’t seem to find these. When I clicked on the “local Disney outlet” link it doesn’t even show the Character Warehouses. Are there more Character Warehouses outside of Orlando? There used to be an amazing discount Disney store in Anaheim but it’s been gone for years :(. Would love to know where any others are, and Google is failing me. Thank you!

      Reply
    7. Ambur Ames says:
      March 17, 2021 at 1:37 pm

      The article fails to tell you that when you go plan to spend 2-3 hours waiting to get in. We drove over to the further away location and decided not to stay and wait.

      Reply
    8. Joann cadden says:
      March 10, 2021 at 10:59 am

      Love Disney merchance

      Reply
    9. Dona says:
      September 29, 2020 at 8:49 pm

      Can you give the street address?
      Thank you.

      Reply
      1. Cindy Richards says:
        September 30, 2020 at 1:00 pm

        The addresses for both of the outlets are in the story: Disney’s Character Warehouse location is at Orlando Premium Outlet Mall, 8200 Vineland Ave., Suite 1252. The Orlando International Premium Outlets are at 4951 International Drive, Orlando.

        Reply
    10. Jenny says:
      April 24, 2019 at 9:39 am

      They are not fake pins from the Disney outlet just old lines they no longer sell in the parks. This idea really helps if you’ve got lots of children with you that all want to swap pins.

      Reply
    11. Ed Cameon says:
      March 4, 2019 at 11:20 am

      Any way to get discounted magic bands?

      Reply
    12. Loryn Smith says:
      January 4, 2019 at 12:23 am

      Why are people so mad at you! Lol. I thought the info was great, thanks. Everyone gets so uptight… *eyeroll*

      Reply
    13. Olivia says:
      October 30, 2018 at 5:49 pm

      Trading fake pins is dishonest. I really object to this article encouraging trading fakes. You recommend that people should “get ANY cheap ones you can find and the cast members on site have to trade them.” Plus, you’re inaccurate by saying cast members have to trade authentic pins away for fakes. They can refuse. If you didn’t mean fakes by saying “ANY,” you need to warn people against purchasing and trading fakes. You’re trying to help people, and that I appreciate, but please consider that your article might add to the ruin of pin trading.

      Reply
      1. Dia Adams, Travel Hack TravelingMom says:
        October 30, 2018 at 7:21 pm

        Hi Olivia,
        Thanks for your comment. I understand that fake Disney pins are a touchy subject. Considering the article is about Disney outlets, I encourage people to buy pins at the outlets, and that nowhere in the article do I mention either where or how to buy fake pins, I’m not sure I understand your concern.

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      2. Suzanne says:
        August 15, 2021 at 12:11 pm

        I have found some pins on Ebay that are obvious fakes of Jessica Rabit but it was so well done and sexy, that I went ahead and bought it because I liked it. Disney would never do a pin of Jessica dressed as Maleficent showing sultry body parts. So my take on it is buy or trade for it if YOU LIKE THE PIN.

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      3. Nick says:
        November 6, 2021 at 11:01 pm

        They’re not encouraging trading fakes, they clearly state “(They must be official Disney pins, so beware the knock-offs you can find online!)! “

        Reply
    14. Anonymous says:
      September 10, 2018 at 10:56 pm

      1.5

      Reply
    15. Dan says:
      August 12, 2018 at 9:43 am

      “Right across the street” is not just misleading, it’s wrong. You’ll need a ride to get there from Disney Springs!

      Reply
      1. Dia Adams, Travel Hack TravelingMom says:
        October 30, 2018 at 7:23 pm

        Thanks for your comment. Disney World is 40 square miles, so I think that anyone who understands that also understands that people need a car or an uber to get almost anywhere that is not on Disney Transportation.

        Reply
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    17. Tricia Smith says:
      March 27, 2018 at 5:27 am

      Do you know by chance if these outlets donate product to charities such as schools for silent auctions?

      Reply
      1. Christy says:
        July 18, 2018 at 7:17 pm

        Good question! I need to make a Disney basket for a silent auction.

        Reply
    18. Anonymous says:
      March 12, 2018 at 6:44 am

      3.5

      Reply
    19. Yaron says:
      February 10, 2018 at 8:47 am

      Hay
      Thanke you very much for let me now what you wrote.i learn from you things that i didnt new. So now i will be prepped better for disney.

      Reply
      1. Jessica says:
        May 1, 2019 at 2:43 pm

        Can you use Disney gift cards at the character Warehouse ?

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        1. Dia Adams, Travel Hack TravelingMom says:
          May 14, 2019 at 6:31 pm

          Yes. If you get them on sale you can save even more.

          Reply
    20. Anonymous says:
      February 10, 2018 at 8:41 am

      4.5

      Reply
    21. patty says:
      June 3, 2017 at 12:08 pm

      You say it’s just outside Disney gates but Google Maps puts it over 11 miles away. Is there one closer that I am not seeing?

      Reply
      1. Dia Adams, Travel Hack TravelingMom says:
        June 3, 2017 at 2:38 pm

        Hi Patty,
        Disney is 46 square miles so it depends exactly from where you are searching. The closest one is at the Orlando Vineland Outlet Mall, which is near the Disney Springs entrance.

        Reply
        1. patty says:
          June 3, 2017 at 4:43 pm

          Thanks. When you say near, can I walk to it?

          Reply
          1. patty says:
            June 3, 2017 at 4:44 pm

            Walk from Disney Springs.

            Reply
            1. Patricia says:
              June 9, 2017 at 2:16 pm

              No, you can’t. It’s at the Premium outlet mall about a 15 min trip. You’ll need to take a Lynx bus or Uber if you don’t have a car. I’m a regular shopper at Character Warehouse. Down here it’s NO secret. I’ve bought the Mickey ear flamingo, tea pot, purses, shirts, and all sorts of misc there. Seasonal things don’t normally appear until after that season. You might find Halloween in Nov and Dec, for instance. I’ve seen some merchandise that is also still for sale in the parks. If you just want 1 tee, it’s not worth it.

    22. Denise Martin says:
      February 22, 2017 at 9:26 am

      I heard that you could also buy yard decorations like for Halloween and Christmas, is this true?
      We are going in July and hope to be able to get some of these type items plus souvenirs.

      Reply
      1. Dia Adams, Travel Hack TravelingMom says:
        February 22, 2017 at 11:13 am

        Hi Denise,
        Inventory varies widely but I have definitely seen items like flags and other outdoor stuff. Being there in July should get you some great deals on off-season stuff if they still have some left over.

        Reply
    23. Anonymous says:
      January 7, 2017 at 2:15 pm

      4

      Reply
    24. Cindy Richards, Empty Nest TravelingMom says:
      December 2, 2016 at 2:58 pm

      5

      Reply

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