Meeting characters, for young and old, is a tough thing. Sometimes there are long lines for a 30 second meet and greet, depending on crowd levels and the popularity of the character. The key is to show up right when the character does or just have lots of patience. Sometimes characters are put in obvious places, like in front of the Great Movie Ride, while other times, they're "hidden" in areas toward the rear of the park. Some even have permanent areas where you can meet those characters nearly all day long.
Disney Characters are strewn throughout the park at various times. Some good places are in front of the Sorcerer's Hat, parades, Animation Courtyard, near the soundstages, or on Streets of America.
Woody & Buzz Lightyear have a dedicated (and air conditioned) meet-n-greet area across from the entrance to Toy Story Midway Mania. Both characters usually appear together and they have set times throughout the day to meet guests. The meet-n-greet is themed to make it look like you are on Andy's bed.
Buzz and Woody will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 10:00am to 2:30pm; 4:10pm to park close
The Cars characters can be found in a dedicated area themed to Luigi's Garage near the exit to Muppetvision 3D. You will be able to meet Lightning McQueen and Tow Mater.
Cars will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 9:00am to park close
Chip & Dale are usually found in front of the Sorcerer's Hat. Chip and Dale are among the most common characters to find in the parks and they're out very often.
Donald is seen the least among the "Fab 5" but does appear quite a bit in front of the hat.
Goofy is usually found in front of the Sorcerer's Hat. He's a common character to find and should appear multiple times throughout the day.
Outside of the entrance to Toy Story Midway Mania, you will often find a Green Army Man (or two) interacting with guests. Their schedule is sporatic, but are usually out a few times per day.
Handy Manny has a dedicated outdoor meet-n-greet area outside of the Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage! attraction where he appears regularly throughout the day.
The characters from the pre-school tv show can be found at the Studios in a couple of locations. They have a dedicated meet-n-greet area outside of the Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage! attraction as well as during character breakfast meals (breakfast and lunc) at Hollywood & Vine. The characters available for meet-n-greet are Leo, June, Annie and Quincy.
Lots-O’-Huggin’ Bear, also known as "Lotso", is a character from the film " Toy Story 3" and meets guests at the featured meet-n-greet area inside the Magic of Disney Animation. He is available to meet for much of the day, although his meet-n-greet will eventually be replaced by the next big Disney film.
Lots-O’-Huggin’ Bear will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 10:30am to 2:30pm; 3:45pm to 6:00pm
Mickey can be found every day at the end of the Magic of Disney Animation building in a dedicated area with a Hollywood Studios backdrop. Mickey is wearing his Sorcer Mickey costume from Fantasia.
Mickey Mouse will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 10:00am to 7:30pm
Minnie is often found in front of the Sorcerer's Hat. Minnie, along with most of the "Fab 5" characters, is out in force quite a bit. You shouldn't have any difficulty in finding her.
The Monsters Inc characters can be found at the conclusion of the Backlot Tour, across from Studio Catering Co. in a dedicated area. You'll be able to meet Mike Wazowski and Sully.
Mike and Sully will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 11:00am to 2:40pm; 3:40pm to 6:15pm
Pluto is typically found in front of the Sorcerer's Hat and is an easy character to find. He's also one of the most playful and is great for guest interaction. Often he will be paired up with another character, such as Goofy.
Characters from the Incredibles can be found at the end of the Magic of Disney Animation tour in a dedicated area for meet-n-greets. You can find Mr Incredible, Elastigirl as well as Frozone.
The stars of "The Incredibles" will be available for meet-n-greets this week at 11:30am to 2:30pm; 3:40pm to 6:30pm
Characters from the classic Winnie the Pooh series appear for meet-n-greets in front of the Sorcerer's Hat. Currently, these include Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Eeyore.