Credit: Disney / CanvaIt’s no secret that “Florida Man” has become a bit of an internet legend. Anytime you see a headline starting with those two words, you already know something wild is coming. And when you mix that chaotic energy with the Most Magical Place on Earth? Well, you get moments that are as unforgettable as they are unbelievable.
Disney World might be known for family fun, Mickey-shaped snacks, and world-class attractions—but now and then, it becomes the backdrop for some truly outrageous behavior. Here’s a look at the most infamous “Florida Man” stories from Walt Disney World. All in one magical, mildly chaotic roundup.
When “Just Looking” Turns Into a Police Report
In December 2024, a Florida man was arrested after security caught him trying to break into multiple parked cars on Disney property. According to the report, he was seen suspiciously pulling on door handles in a resort lot.
Police stepped in before any vehicles were broken into. He was charged with loitering and prowling—classic Florida Man starter pack behavior.
Drunk and Disney Don’t Mix
One of the more disturbing moments happened in late 2024 when a Florida man allegedly taunted a woman with down syndrome at Disney World. Witnesses say he made cruel remarks, and another guest wasn’t having it.
A physical altercation broke out, and the man was reportedly beaten up for his behavior. While violence isn’t the answer, the story quickly went viral with most of the internet siding with the woman and her defender.
The Underwear Rampage
There’s nothing like starting the year by stripping and going nuts in Walt Disney World. In January, a 24-year-old Florida man decided to ring in the new year by going full chaos mode at EPCOT. He allegedly stripped down to his underwear and destroyed a merchandise kiosk while intoxicated.
Guests were understandably stunned, and Disney security swiftly detained him. He was arrested onsite and banned from Disney property indefinitely. Mickey does not mess around.
One Wild Ride—and an Even Wilder Lawsuit
A Florida man weighing 334 pounds filed a lawsuit in May after he claimed a water slide at Blizzard Beach injured him during a 2021 visit. The Downhill Double Dipper has a posted 300-lb weight limit, which he exceeded.
He says the inner tube slipped out, launching him into the air and causing lasting injuries. He’s seeking $50,000 in damages, and the case is heading to trial in 2027. Disney has not commented publicly.
A Spot Worth Choking For
Nothing says vacation like arguing in line. In early 2025, a Florida man grabbed another guest by the neck after wrongly accusing them of cutting in the bus queue at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.
The confrontation escalated quickly and ended with the man being arrested and escorted off the property. And yes, he was also banned from returning to Disney World. All over a spot in line.
That’s Not Pixie Dust
In late March 2025, a 44-year-old man was stopped at the Magic Kingdom security checkpoint, where officers found cocaine hidden in his wallet. What made it worse? He was there with his child.
According to reports, he acted nervously during screening, and when questioned, admitted to the drugs. He was arrested and slapped with a lifetime ban from all Disney properties. That’s one way to ruin a vacation.
Only in Florida. Only at Disney.
It’s been quite the year for Florida Man at Disney World—with arrests, lawsuits, brawls, and bizarre outbursts. While most guests are just there for the churros and castle selfies, these stories prove that sometimes, the real spectacle isn’t on the stage or in the sky—it’s happening in real life, right in the middle of Main Street, U.S.A..
So next time you’re in the parks, keep an eye out. You never know when Florida Man will strike again.