Youth Flag Football World Championships 2026 | Stay Near Disney

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Youth Flag Football World Championships 2026 | Stay Near Disney

February 19–22, 2026
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
12 minutes from Parkside Retreat
Official Event Website

The Youth Flag Football World Championships brings teams from around the world to Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for four days of competitive play across multiple age divisions. This NFL-supported tournament has grown rapidly and is now one of the premier youth flag football events in the country.

Skip the expensive "Stay to Play" hotel packages — our 6-bedroom vacation rental offers more space, more amenities, and better value. With a private pool, game room with foosball and darts, full kitchen, and room for up to 14 guests, Parkside Retreat is built for team families. Young athletes love the game room after a long day of competition, and parents appreciate the full kitchen and laundry facilities during a multi-day tournament. We're just 12 minutes from the venue and steps from Disney's theme parks.

Event Questions

Frequently asked

Parkside Retreat is a 6-bedroom vacation rental just 12 minutes from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World. It sleeps up to 14, giving team families more space and value than standard hotels. Our game room is a hit with young athletes.
ESPN Wide World of Sports events often have a Stay to Play policy requiring teams to book through official hotel partners. However, vacation rentals may qualify as an alternative — check with your team coordinator. When eligible, Parkside Retreat offers significantly more space and savings.
Parkside Retreat is approximately 12 minutes by car from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The short drive makes it easy to go back and forth between games throughout the tournament.
The Youth Flag Football World Championships is an annual international tournament held at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, running February 19–22, 2026. Teams from around the world compete in various age divisions in this NFL-supported event.
Absolutely. Parkside Retreat is 10–12 minutes from all four Walt Disney World parks. Many families combine tournament days with park visits — especially since games don't run all day, leaving time for Disney in between.

Your Home Base

Stay at Parkside Retreat

  • 6-bedroom villa, sleeps up to 14 guests
  • Private heated pool & spa
  • Game room with arcade machines
  • Full kitchen & laundry facilities
  • 10 min to Disney, 12 min to ESPN Complex

The Real Cost of a Hotel vs. One Comfortable Home

Hotels look cheaper at first - until you factor in multiple rooms, fees (parking, resort fee, etc), and limited space. Our home offers room to relax, amenities you'll actually use, and a better overall value.

March 2026

Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Parkside Retreat
$633
Embassy Suites
$1,065
Disney Swan
$768
Stella Nova
$2,586
Helios Grand
$1,662
JW Marriott
$1,299
Hilton Orlando
$377
Parkside Retreat

The Real Comparison

Hotels charge per room. You'd need 2-5 rooms to match our guest capacity.

Your Savings

$959+

per night vs. 3 hotel rooms

Private Pool
Game Room
Kitchen
Free Parking
No Resort Fees

Guest Experiences

The host was wonderful and so responsive! The home add everything we could possibly need and more! We went for universal with a group of family and everyone had something to do!

Angel · October 2025

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