The Hidden Mickey You’ve Walked Right Past in Disney World

Do you hunt for Hidden Mickeys at Walt Disney World?

Mickey at ‘Ohana

OK yeah, we’re not talking about THAT one. He’s not hidden!

Hidden Mickeys are small Mickey icons that are “hidden” throughout the parks. Disney Imagineers like to make Mickey Mouse’s familiar ears show up in the pattern of carpeting…

A hidden Mickey in the carpet pattern

…in landscaping…

Hidden Mickey on the lawn of the Contemporary Resort

…or in the background of a favorite attraction!

Hidden Mickey in Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway

There are Hidden Mickeys everywhere at Disney World! And as we strolled around Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently, we were reminded of some Hidden Mickeys you may not have spotted there.

Christmas week crowds at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

As you wait in line for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, you’ll notice these red lanterns around the queue area.

Red lanterns near Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway

And on a closer inspection … you’ll see that the scrolling metalwork on the lamps form numerous Hidden Mickeys!

Hidden Mickeys at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Have you noticed these Hidden Mickeys before? Hunting for Hidden Mickeys can be a fun activity at Disney World, and we especially appreciate the ones hidden in queue lines, because looking for them is a great way to pass the time!