Treats to Beat the Heat

Mint Julep $5

This is by far my favorite go-to treat on a hot Disney day! The sweet mint and lime flavors are so refreshing! You can find this drink exclusively at the French Market in New Orleans Square. I suggest grabbing a Mint Julep and watching the Royal Street Bachelors perform just outside.

Dole Whip and Dole Float $3-5

Dole Whips and floats are a really great treat to have on a hot day. The best part is you can grab one and head straight into the Tiki Room. It's air conditioned inside, you can bring any food or drink, and the show lasts about 25 minutes so it's a great break from the hot sun! Dole whips and floats can be purchased at the Dole stand by the entrance to Adventureland.

Giant Pickle $3

Giant dill pickles are great for a hot day. They are really refreshing and juicy, and are big enough to share. You can find pickles at various fruit stands. Some locations include: Mainstreet; Frontierland, near the Jungle Cruise; Critter Country, near the Canoes; Fantasyland, near Casey Jr.'s Circus Train; DCA on Buena Vista Street; and many more. 

Once we even found a Mickey on our pickle!

Dreyer's Ice Cream Sundae $5

Ice cream in Disneyland always tastes better! I love getting a sundae and then waiting for the parade on Main Street. Although lots of people have this idea so plan ahead for a long line! You can find ice cream sundaes on Main Street and at the Golden Horseshoe in Frontierland.

Ghiradelli Shake ~$7

This is the best ice cream shake I have ever had! Pick your favorite flavor of Ghiradelli ice cream and they blend it with chocolate so every sip has little shavings of chocolate! Best idea ever. Their shakes are really filling too. You can find these shakes at the Ghiradelli shop in DCA.

Frozen Apple Juice or Lemonade ~$8

These taste great, and stay cold for a long time. Plus they come in a souvenir sipper with a handle, making it easy to carry around, and you can bring it on rides since it has a covered top! You can find these frozen drinks at various karts in Tomorrowland, Toontown, and Fantasyland.