Is it illegal to spread ashes at Disney?


Is it illegal to spread ashes at Disney? According to a spokesperson for Disney, the scattering of ashes inside the parks is strictly prohibited and even illegal.


What happens if you spread ashes at Disney?

It is illegal because Disney parks are private property and are known to forbid scattering of ashes on the premises. Disney also knows that this happens a lot without permission. They will vacuum the ashes away, so your beloved departed one will in up in a dumpster.


Where do people dump ashes in Disney?

Human ashes have been spread in flower beds, on bushes, and on Magic Kingdom lawns; outside the park gates and during fireworks displays; on Pirates of the Caribbean and in the moat underneath the flying elephants of the Dumbo ride.


Why do people spread ashes in Disney?

It's not just the rides themselves though; ashes have been distributed in the flower beds, outside the park gates, on plants and in moats. Some people who have scattered ashes in the Happiest Place on Earth told the WSJ their motivation was simply to honour the happy memories they had with the person at the park.


Can I put my parents ashes in the ocean?

Spreading Ashes at Sea Is Allowed According to the EPA, burial at sea of human remains – cremated or not – is permitted, but there are several scattering ashes laws and regulations that you need to follow: Any type of remains, including ashes, can only be placed in the ocean 3 nautical miles from land or more.