This Innocent-Looking Disney Spot Has Sent More Guests to the ER Than Any Ride

Most guests expect the thrills to happen on the ride, not while stepping off. But if you dig into Disney World’s 2025 injury reports, a pattern quickly appears—and it’s one Disney fans don’t talk about enough. The types of rides involved, the ages of the guests, and even the timing of these incidents all suggest that the danger isn’t always where you’d expect it to be.

Documented Injuries in 2025

Between January and June of this year, nine different guests experienced serious medical issues at Walt Disney World, all of which required hospitalization for at least 24 hours. Most incidents didn’t involve wild coasters or sudden drops—they involved slipping, tripping, or medical conditions flaring up as the ride ended.

Here’s what happened:

• Frozen Ever After (January 17): An elderly woman fell exiting and injured her ankle.
• Cosmic Rewind (January 21): A woman felt nauseated after the ride.
• Peter Pan’s Flight (January 24): A man with pre-existing conditions experienced shortness of breath.
• Star Tours (January 29): A guest felt faint after disembarking.
• Mad Tea Party (March 31): Another fall left a guest with a leg injury.
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin (April 22): A guest fell and hurt her leg while exiting.
• DINOSAUR (May 3): A woman lost consciousness after the ride.
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (March 24): A teen reported abdominal pain.
• Alien Swirling Saucers (March 27): A woman experienced seizure-like symptoms.
• The Liberty Bell (June 21): A man reported arm pain during the attraction.

What’s the Real Hazard at Disney World?

All signs point to a surprising answer: ride exits. Standing up and walking off a ride can lead to serious consequences for guests with balance issues, bad knees, or underlying conditions.

That risk is exceptionally high on attractions with boats, low seats, or uneven flooring. Several of the injuries happened after rides with no thrills at all—just awkward exit points.

How Disney Could Prevent More Accidents

While most Disney rides are incredibly safe, the company could do more to help guests at the end of the experience:

• Handrails should be available at all exit points.
• Cast Members should be stationed near exits to assist guests who look unsteady.
• Clearer lighting and warning signs could alert guests to small steps or changes in flooring.

Simple Steps to Stay Safe

If you’re visiting the parks soon, follow these easy tips to stay upright and injury-free:

• Hold onto something solid when standing up.
• Wait until the ride stops entirely before moving.
• Watch your step carefully.
• If you feel dizzy or weak, ask a cast member for help.

Sometimes, the biggest Disney World surprise is what happens after the ride. Stay alert—and keep the magic from turning into a medical bill.