Grab a Whole Box of Tissues For These Videos of Military Families Reuniting at Disney
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Guests of Disney Parks and Resorts are all but guaranteed to leave with magical memories. But for these military families, the parks worked their magic in an even more surprising way. With a little extra planning from family, friends, or Cast Members, the unsuspecting family members are in for a very special trip. Prepare for waterworks as you watch these emotional reunions.
This military member's girlfriend jumps for joy when her boyfriend shows up and asks, "Do you want me to take your photo?" at Disneyland. She wonders why her friends are making her taking photos outside the park entrance — but is glad they did!
First, she's surprised by a family member who doesn't live nearby. Then, her Navy son makes an appearance! The mom is a PhotoPass Cast Member who gets in front of the camera for this special moment.
Snow White brings this little girl up to the wishing well, instructs her to close her eyes, and helps her wish very hard for her Daddy to come home. And when she opens her eyes, it comes true!
The kids think they are "junior directors" in the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but the stage manager has a little more excitement in store for them.
While taking photos in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle with her friends and family, this military member's girlfriend can't believe it when her serviceman pops up behind them. But that's not all he has in store for her!
Disney's Art of Animation Cast Members set up a whole flashmob to surprise these kids. When their father appears from behind a photo of Ariel, everyone tears up.
These kids think they're going to meet Goofy before a meal at Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Resort. When they round the corner, there is someone even more special waiting for them.
While watching a performance on Disney's Boardwalk, this family gets a magical moment when their service member appears out of a crowd — and on his daughter's birthday! Talk about a memorable show.
These kids think they're part of a Disney Springs show, but really, Cast Members helped set up a reunion with their father.
The Voices of Liberty celebrate America each day with a patriotic concert at The American Adventure at Epcot. On this occasion, they announced a special event: the homecoming of these kids' dad! Just look at the joy on their faces.
This Cast Member help set up a magical moment for her Cast Member friend, while catching all the planning on camera. Go behind the scenes to see how this military homecoming surprise takes place!
When Mickey is involved, everything is magical. This family gets the surprise of a lifetime when Mickey's real magic trick is revealed.
When Mickey decides to do a magic trick during their meet-and-great, these kids don't suspect a thing. But on the count of three, someone very special is there waiting around the corner.
This girl thought her roommate won a contest to dine at Cinderella's Royal Table. But while eating her meal, her Airman showed up to surprise her in more ways than one.
This young boy lovestaking photos in front of Sleeping Beauty's castle, but is completely taken by surprise when his dad shows up behind him. The best part? His declaration, "Now we can wrestle so much!"