Discover Animation Academy
Our tips:
- Arrive on time
- Check the language
- Take your drawing home
Animation Academy
At Animation Academy on Main Street, U.S.A., you step into the shoes of a Disney studio artist. In an old-fashioned drawing studio, a real Disney artist shows you step by step how to put a famous character on paper.
The concept
The studio is next to the Main Street Opera House. You take a seat at a drawing table, pick up a pencil and paper and follow the artist's simple steps. The class lasts about 30 minutes. You might draw Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Winnie the Pooh or Goofy, for example, and pick up a few tricks of the trade.
Draw & Meet
Draw & Meet goes one step further. You draw Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Donald, Daisy or Goofy, and as soon as you're done, the character from your drawing walks into the studio in person, striking the same pose as in your drawing. So you get a drawing class, a meet-and-greet and a photo all in one.
Discover Animation Academy
Arrive on time
Places per class are limited. Check the class schedule at the entrance and make sure you're there on time.
Check the language
The class is only given in Cantonese. Just follow what the artist demonstrates: you'll manage fine without the language.
Take your drawing home
Your drawing is yours to keep afterwards. A lovely, free souvenir.
Visitor information
Everyone can join in; there's no minimum height. You can stay in your wheelchair and there's assistive listening. Children under 7 must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or over. For Draw & Meet you can buy priority access with Disney Premier Access, from HK$ 99 according to the official site (as of November 2026).
A moment's rest on Main Street
Animation Academy makes a nice break between the busy attractions. Especially for children who love drawing, it's one of the most fun spots in the park.
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