Walt Disney World, a privately owned company based in the US, was founded in 1971 and employs approximately 25,600 people. It operates as a subsidiary of Disney Experiences, with Disney Sports/ESPN Wide World of Sports listed among its subsidiaries. The company functions as an entertainment resort featuring four theme parks including the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Its facilities also encompass more than 20 hotels, two water parks, and recreational amenities such as championship golf courses and a 200-acre sports complex.
As of April 2026, Walt Disney World Resort is under a state-level investigation into its Disability Access Service (DAS) policy. Previously, on March 31, 2026, the resort confirmed the closure of four attractions at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios for refurbishment for some or all of April 2026. Earlier, on March 26, 2026, Walt Disney World Resort announced the completion of several transformation projects in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park, encompassing cosmetic and quality-of-life updates. This included final tests on the improved Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin attraction, which closed in August 2025 and is scheduled to reopen on April 8, 2026.
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