Last week of summer?
Summer officially began just over a month ago, but it seems as far as the Disneyland Resort is concerned the season ends this week. The summertime Pixar Fest promotion ends next Sunday, August 4th, so this is your last chance to enjoy all of the Pixar-themed entertainment offerings and food selections at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
The “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade at Disney California Adventure will have its final performance of the season at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 4.
The “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” remains on the schedule at Disneyland nightly at 9:30 p.m. through August 22. It is replaced with the “Halloween Screams” fireworks starting Friday, August 23.
The Pixar Pals Playtime Party also ends its run at Disneyland on Sunday, August 4, and the Pixar Fest Marketplaces stop serving at Disney California Adventure at 9:00 p.m.
Next Monday marks the beginning of the early fall refurbishment season, with attractions closing in both parks:
Disneyland:
- Disneyland Railroad – closes August 5 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Space Mountain – closed August 5 through September 5 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Monorail – closes August 12 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
Disney California Adventure:
- Animation Academy inside the Animation Building – closes August 5 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Turtle Talk with Crush inside the Animation Building – closed August 5-15 for refurbishment.
- Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome inside the Animation Building – closed August 5-15 for refurbishment.
Deadpool and Wolverine visit DCA
While I was off camping again this weekend, Disney did the almost unthinkable and introduced Deadpool and Wolverine as in-park characters in Disney California Adventure. The announcement on Instagram had me checking the date to make sure this wasn’t April 1st, and came with a series of photos that I honestly never thought I’d see from Disney.
The “merc with a mouth” and the mutant appear at various locations throughout Avengers campus, and at the new Story Time with Deadpool in Hollywood Land. From Disney’s description:
“From his favorite cozy reading chair, join Deadpool as he reads froim his big book of super special stories. These family-friendly tales will delight, charm and inspire in the way only Deadpool can.”
Sensing that parents might be apprehensive about allowing their children to hear from an R-rated character, Disney assures visitors, “Really, these stories are suitable for all ages!” Wolverine also makes a guest appearance at this show.
Wolverine and Deadpool may also appear in the Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off! and Avengers Assemble shows in Disney California Adventure. There’s also a new Chimichanga offering at Pym Test Kitchen
\with seasoned beef, charred poblano, refried beans and shredded cheese, on a pool of guajillo sauce with a pico de gallo side salad. Available starting July 26 at Pym Test Kitchen.
Since I was off in the wilds of San Bernardino County this weekend, I’m sharing here photos and videos taken by our friends at DAPS Magic.
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Deadpool and Wolverine Arrive at Avengers Campus https://t.co/AXnFPFklTd#Deadpool #Wolverine #AvengersCampus #DCA pic.twitter.com/nJ9B8AMWHS
— Daps Magic ~ Disney and positive stuff! (@DAPs_Magic) July 28, 2024
Haunted Mansion Holiday reopens
Disneyland last week delighted fans with word that the Haunted Mansion Holiday would reopen at Disneyland beginning Monday July 29, 2024. The announcement read, “Just in time for the Halloween Time and Holiday seasons at the Disneyland Resort, the attraction will don décor inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” At the center of the “frightful fête’s ballroom” scene is the gingerbread house, with an all-new design for this year.”
We’ve previously shared that the outdoor queue of the Haunted Mansion is currently closed for an extensive renovation to add more space, new theming and a new gift shop near the exit. Due to the ongoing construction, and to help reduce foot traffic in an area which is doubly impacted by construction around the Haunted Mansion and the complete closure of Critter Country, Disneyland will use a virtual queue to manage access to Haunted Mansion Holiday. At least one member of your party will need to have the Disneyland mobile app installed to use the virtual queue, and we’ll go over the step-by-step below.
As was the case with Rise of the Resistance in the pre-Lightning Lane era, Disneyland will open the virtual queue for Haunted Mansion Holiday twice each day. The first opportunity will be at 7:00 a.m., and is only for visitors who made a park reservation to start their day at Disneyland. You do not need to be inside a theme park to join the earlier virtual queue.
A second window opens at Noon, to give visitors who may be park hopping after starting their day at Disney California Adventure a chance to get on the ride. Note that your entire party must already have entered a theme park before Noon to join the second virtual queue, though you don’t need to still be physically in the park to join.
Either way, you want to link the tickets for your entire travel party well before you try to enter the virtual queue. This is an important step if you want your entire party in the same boarding group once the virtual queue opens, and will allow each person to try request a boarding group for the entire party. (We should note that Disney warns visitors not to do this, saying “If multiple people in your party try to join the virtual queue simultaneously, that may inhibit your ability to join a group.”)
As soon as the virtual queue opens, your designated person will select “Virtual Queues” on the home screen of the Disneyland app, then select “Haunted Mansion Holiday.” The user will select their party from a list of people to whom they are already linked in the Disneyland smartphone app, then choose to add their party to the boarding group. The app gives you your assigned boarding group, and lets you monitor the status of boarding groups.
As always, you can only enter the virtual queue once per day. You can be in no more than two virtual queues at the same time – either one ride and one show (like World of Color), or two shows. At the moment, virtual queue is only in use for World of Color and Haunted Mansion Holiday, so there shouldn’t be any conflicts two months after the Anaheim City Council approved zoning changes which clear the way for Disney to begin a $1.9 Billion expansion of the Disneyland Resort.
Disney and unions reach contract agreement
The Disneyland Resort and a coalition of unions representing nearly 14,000 cast members last week announced a tentative agreement for a new three-year contract. The union presented the agreement to their members yesterday, July 29 for approval; results of the vote had not been released as of press time.
In a statement to members, the union said, “We believe this three-year agreement meets our needs and delivers us the wages, seniority increases, premiums, and protections we deserve, but nothing is final until we all have a chance to review the offer and vote on it.” The union also says they were able to affect changes to the attendance policy.
In a published statement, Disney said, “We care deeply about the wellbeing of our cast members and are pleased to have reached a tentative agreement with Master Services Council that addresses what matters most to our cast while positioning Disneyland Resort for future growth and job creation.”
This brings to an end three months of negotiations, and averts a threatened strike by the unions. The negotiations have been contentious, with the union claiming unfair labor practices on the part of Disney. The union staged several demonstrations during the talks, including a march on Disneyland’s birthday, July 17. The two sides have not released any details of the proposed contract to the public, but we do note that the union apparently prevailed on the contract length. Disney had initially offered a five-year deal, while the union asked to be able to renegotiate after three years.
D23 Day details
Hoping to get attendees of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to hop across the street for a day, the Disneyland Resort will host the first-ever D23 Day at the Disneyland Resort on Thursday, August 8.
To start, and while supplies last, all visitors to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will receive a pair of D23 Mickey Mouse ear hats. You don’t need to be a D23 member to receive the ears, but supplies are limited. Even if you miss out on the ears, all visitors will receive complimentary unlimited digital downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos taken on August 8.
At Noon, a cavalcade of 23 characters and select Disney Legends will make its way down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park. There are also limited-time character appearances in the works, including Goofy and Max from “Goof Troop.”
Of course there is merchandise. A new Tarzan 25th Anniversary collection will drop on August 8, and be available at Disneyana at Disneyland, Off the Page at Disney California Adventure and WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney District for a limited time.
Disney California Adventure will host the Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party on August 8, with some special offerings. Ariel from Disney Jr. will make her first appearance in a one-day parade at DCA. There will be an arts and crafts area and live performances in Hollywood Land. The popular “Confection Purrfection with the SuperKitties” cupcake decorating activity will also be offered.
Reservations open soon for more Halloween Time dining
Reservations open soon for more dining packages during Halloween Time, and you need to be on your toes to book as soon as reservations open. While these events are supposed to go on sale 60 days in advance, we’re still checking daily for the reservations to open to the public.
Storytellers Cafe at the Grand Californian Hotel
Disney announced earlier this year that Storytellers Cafe would receive a “autumn-inspired breakfast and brunch,” featuring new seasonal decor and Disney characters in new seasonal costumes. The restaurant’s reservations page has not been updated to reflect this new offering, and there are no reservations available at the location starting September 3. We guess that’s the date the new offering will begin, and so those visiting Disneyland after that date should keep an eye out for reservations to open.
Goofy’s Kitchen at at the Disneyland Hotel
This restaurant received an adorable Halloween overlay last year, and it’s back to charm again this year. We are guessing this character meal will begin on Friday, August 23, because at press time there were no reservations for this location open beyond that date.
Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace in Disneyland
The Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace experience offers each guest a prix-fix meal with a choice of entree, sides, and dessert from a set menu at Galactic Grill, along with unlimited soft drinks, coffee, hot cocoa, and bottled water. Menu details have not been updated for 2024, and it appears the package will only be offered on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting September 1. (With the addition of Labor Day)
Customers pick up their meal from the Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland before heading upstairs to the Skyline Lounge. Your package includes a reserved table in the Skyline Lounge all night, and you can come and go as you please. Note: You may be seated with other parties. Each table in outfitted with charging stations for your electronic devices, and there are a variety of games around the area if you’re so inclined.
Plaza Inn at Disneyland
A Disneyland official confirmed that Disneyland’s Plaza Inn will not offer a Halloween Screams dinner package this year.
Celebrate Halloween Time with Get Away Today
From August 23 – October 31, 2024, guests will be able to celebrate Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Save with big with exclusive offers from Get Away Today like Extra Day Free tickets and Extra Night Free specials at select hotels to experience all of the fun.
As a reminder, here’s a glimpse of what you can experience during Halloween Time:
- Halloween SCREAMS Fireworks in Disneyland
- Haunted Mansion Holiday in Disneyland
- Character Experiences
- Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark in Disney California Adventure
- Radiator “Screams” in Disney California Adventure
- Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit in Downtown Disney
- Limited-time merchandise, food and beverage offerings, festive decor and more!
Vacations can be booked for only $200 down when you take advantage of our Layaway Plan – with payment due only 9 days before travel! The best package deals can be found online at Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
This and That
…The popular and sold out Create Your Own Headbands will return to Disneyland Resort starting August 8. The accessories will be available at The Mad Hatter on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland Park and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park.
…The new Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center is now open at Disney California Adventure. Golden Vine House is NOT a DVC Lounge, so set your expectations accordingly. You won’t be able to snag a free Coke and recharge your phone inside this first in-park Welcome Home Center, but you will get to virtually tour the current Disney Vacation Club offerings through a series of interactive displays, and become a Disney Vacation Club member without leaving the theme park. Current Disney Vacation Club members should stop by to see if there are any current giveaways – last week members recevied Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center buttons and a lovely print featuring characters from Inside Out. This Tuesday, July 30 is the first of the Welcome Home Weeks offerings inside DCA. Members can stop by the Golden Vine House between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. to receive a complimentary Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar, ice cream sandwich or fruit bar.
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Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Attraction, restaurants, and stores that are closed for refurbishment are noted below.
All information was current as of this article’s publication date. MousePlanet does not edit past Resort Updates; for the most up-to-date refurbishment calendar, check the most recent Disneyland Resort Update, visit Disneyland.com or use the Disneyland smartphone application on your iOS or Android device.
Disneyland
Closed attractions:
- The Disneyland Story presenting Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln – closed April 16 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – closed May 1 due to construction in the area related to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Davey Crockett’s Explorer Canoes – closed July 8 due to construction in the area related to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Hungry Bear Restaurant – closed July 8 for kitchen refurbishment. Will reopen as Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree
- Critter Country bathrooms – closed July 8 due to construction in the area related to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Critter Country entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – closed July 8 due to construction in the area related to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Haunted Mansion – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Splash Mountain – closed for transformation into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The updated attraction scheduled to open in late 2024.
- Disneyland Railroad – closes August 5 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Space Mountain – closed August 5 through September 6 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Monorail – closes August 12 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Indiana Jones Adventure – closes August 9 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Star Wars Launch Bay
- Magic Eye Theater
Closed shopping:
- Disney Gallery – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Royal Reception
- The Briar Patch – closed May 1 for transformation into Ray’s Berets.
- Pooh Corner – closed May 1 for refurbishment; half of the store will reopen as the Critter Club.
Disney California Adventure
Closed attractions:
- Animation Academy inside the Animation Building – closes August 5 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Turtle Talk with Crush inside the Animation Building – closed August 5-15 for refurbishment.
- Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome inside the Animation Building – closed August 5-15 for refurbishment.
- Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar – closed permanently December 10, 2023.
- Beast’s Library in the Sorcerer’s Workshop inside the Animation Building – closed permanently December 10, 2023.
Downtown Disney District
Permanently closed:
- Rainforest Cafe – now home to the Star Wars Trading Post.
- ESPN Zone – building is being used as a pop-up shop.
- La Brea Bakery – building reopened as a temporary Earl of Sandwich location. Longer-term plans include replacing the building with a new Porto’s Bakery.
- Tortilla Jo’s sit-down restaurant – permanently closed.
- Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s – permanently closed.
- California Sole – permanently closed.
Disneyland Hotel
- Steakhouse 55 – permanently closed. The lobby bar has reopened.
Resort Events
Check here to see if a large convention, competition, or park event might fall during your next trip to the Disneyland Resort. If you know of any in-park events, official or unofficial, that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail.
2024
- Pixar Fest – April 26 through August 4, 2024
- D23 Day at Angel Stadium – Sunday, August 4
- D23 Day at Disneyland Resort – Thursday, August 8
- D23 The Ultimate Disney Fan Event (formerly D23 Expo) – August 9–11 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Tickets are sold out.
- Halloween Time – August 23 through October 31.
- Plaza de la Familia – August 23 through November 2.
- Oogie Boogie Bash – August 25, 27 and 29; September 3, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29; October 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31. Tickets are sold out
- (Inaugural) Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend – September 5–8. All events are sold out.
- Gay Days Anaheim (unofficial event) – September 13–15. More information at the event website.
- Holidays at the Disneyland Resort – Begins November 15.
- 2025 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend – January 30 – February 2. Most events are sold out.
We also recommend checking the convention calendar at the Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau website. When looking at that site, remember to note both the number of people and the number of rooms resulting from each convention. A gathering of 25,000 people booking few room nights (indicating most will be driving in to the area for their meeting) can impact traffic around the resort much more than a crowd of 25,000 staying in area hotels. Of course, that second group is going to make finding a hotel room more difficult (and possibly more expensive), so it’s best to book your own room as early as possible if you see that a big convention is in town during your trip.
Current Discounts and Promotions
Disneyland prices as of October 11, 2023.
Note: MousePlanet does not edit past Updates to reflect price increases; for up-to-date prices, check the most recent Disneyland Resort Update. Several current promotions offer discounted admission to the Disneyland Resort. For your convenience, we have grouped the discount offers based on the number of days the tickets are valid. Check out the category that best matches the amount of time you plan to spend at the resort, and pick the offer that works best for you. And keep those tips coming—let us know if you find a better or different offer, so we can share it with other readers!
This first section is a list of discounts on ticket-only purchases. Though it has become more common in recent years, Disneyland tickets are rarely offered at deep discounts unless you are a resident of Southern California or Northern Mexico. For residents outside that area, the best discounts available tend to be simple advance purchase discounts. If you know of any additional discounts, offers, promotions, or contests that should be listed in this section, drop us a line. Note, we are no longer listing offers from the Anaheim-Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, as their convenience fee negates any savings.
Don’t get scammed! Never buy tickets from an unofficial or secondary outlet, such as through eBay or Craigslist. Never rent or purchase tickets from people approaching you outside the gates stating they have remaining days or leftover tickets. This practice is against the terms of use for Disneyland admission, and may result in denial of entry. It is also common for criminals to shoplift inactivated Disney theme park tickets from supermarkets to resell them. There is no way to determine if these tickets are valid until you try to use them to enter the parks. Only purchase Disney theme park tickets directly from Disney, an authorized seller, or travel agency like MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Today.
One Day Tickets
| Ticket & Season | Adult One-Park | Adult Park Hopper | Child One-Park | Child Park Hopper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Day – Tier 0 | $104 | $169 | $98 | $163 |
| One Day – Tier 1 | $119 | $184 | $112 | $177 |
| One Day – Tier 2 | $134 | $199 | $127 | $192 |
| One Day – Tier 3 | $154 | $219 | $146 | $211 |
| One Day – Tier 4 | $169 | $234 | $160 | $225 |
| One Day – Tier 5 | $184 | $249 | $174 | $239 |
| One Day – Tier 6 | $194 | $259 | $183 | $248 |
Disney Genie+ Add-On: $30 per day, per ticket when purchased in advance. Demand-based pricing applies to same-day purchases, starting at $30 per ticket.
Check the Disneyland website to see what type of ticket you need for the day you plan to visit. Seasonal pricing applies only to one-day tickets.
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Anaheim Resident Ticket Offer – August 5 – September 26, 2024
The Anaheim Resident Ticket Offer is a one-day, one-park ticket to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure for just $69 per person, ages 3 and older. You must be a resident of the city of Anaheim (ZIP codes 92801 – 92809, 92812, 92814 -92817, 92825, 92850 and 92899) to take advantage of this offer.
You can purchase these promotional tickets online through the Disneyland website, by phone at 800-506-6720, or in person at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Eligible residents are limited to purchasing five tickets per person, per day.Disney says proof of eligible residency, including valid government-issued photo ID, is required for purchase and admission, which means you can not buy this ticket for out-of-town friends and family.
There is no option to upgrade this ticket to a one-day park hopper ticket or a multi-day ticket. It’s also important to note that theme park reservations are required to use these tickets – you can’t just buy them and walk right in without a reservation. Disney recommends checking the reservations availability calendar before you purchase the tickets, and make your reservations immediately to secure the dates you want.
Two Day Tickets
- Two-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $310/$290
- Two-Day Park Hopper – regularly $375/$350
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Two-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today
Three Day Tickets
- Three-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $390/$365
- Three-Day Park Hopper – regularly $460/$435
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Three-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today
3-Day Disneyland Ticket Offer – June 10 – September 26, 2024
Visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks three weekdays between June 10 and September 26, 2024 for as little as $149 for ages 3-9, or $249 for ages 10 and older using a new discounted ticket which goes on sale May 29, 2024. That represents a savings of up to $219 off the regular price of a three-day, one-park-per-day ticket for children ages 3-9. The adult offer is a $141 discount, and is the same price than the summer 2023 deal.
You can also choose between a ticket good Monday through Thursday OR a slightly more expensive ticket good any day of the week. There are also options to add park hopping and Disney Genie+ service to your ticket at the time of purchase.
This new offer differs from past discouts discounts, so be sure to pay close attention to details before you purchase.
The 3-Day Disneyland Ticket Offer is a 3-day, 1-park-per-day ticket that offers admission to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure:
- The weekday ticket – starting at $149 for ages 3-9; $249 for ages 10 and older. Three weekdays (Mondays through Thursdays only) between June 10 and September 26, 2024
- The any day ticket – starting at $199 for ages 3-9; $299, for ages 10 and older. Three days (any day of the week, including weekends) between June 10 and September 26, 2024
You can use every day of the 3-Day Disneyland Ticket at the same theme park, or visit different parks on different days, but you can’t use it to enter both parks on the same day unless you add the park-hopper option ($70 per ticket)
There is no “fuse” on this ticket, which means that you can use the first admission on June 10 and wait until September 26 to use the remaining admission. However, remember that you must make a theme park reservation for each day that you want to use the ticket. Disney also warns that reservations for this category of ticket are not guaranteed for any particular dates, and that a date may sell out in this ticket category though other ticket types have reservations of available. It is probably best to purchase early and make reservations as soon as they open for your desired travel dates. Each day of use constitutes one full day of use.
Tickets expire on September 26, 2024, and have no holiday blackouts. That means that you can visit on the 4th of July holiday using a weekday ticket, assuming reservations are available.
May purchase up to 15 tickets per eligible person per day. Tickets are nonrefundable, may not be sold or transferred for commercial use and exclude activities/events separately priced. Offer may not be combined with other ticket discounts or promotions. Subject to restrictions and change or cancellation without notice.
Visit Get Away Today starting May 29, 2024, to take advantage of this ticket offer! Book at Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet. PLUS – if you purchased the Adults at Kids’ Prices deal from Get Away Today last week and this offer is a better deal for you, Get Away Today will of course honor the new ticket for you just as soon as it’s available! Just reach out to Get Away Today on or after May 29 to receive the price adjustment.
Four Day Tickets
- Four-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $445/$420
- Four-Day Park Hopper – regularly $515/$490
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Four-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today.
Five Day Tickets
- Five-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $480/$450
- Five-Day Park Hopper – Regularly $555/$525
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Five-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today.
Six Day (or more) Tickets
No longer offered by Disneyland for domestic customers. Some travel providers may offer tickets for 6 days or longer as part of a package to international customers; residents of Canada, Australia/New Zealand, or the U.K. should check with local travel agencies to see what options may be available.
Disneyland Magic Keys
Inspire Key – $1,649 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- Blocked out December 21 to January 1 each year.
- Can hold 6 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 20% merchandise discount
- 15% food & beverage discount
- Parking included (excludes blockout dates)
- Unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital downloads
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Believe Key – $1,249 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- ~ 48 blockout dates per year
- Can hold 6 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 50% parking discount
- Unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital downloads
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Enchant Key – Price: $849 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- ~ 150 blockout dates per year
- Can hold 4 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 25% parking discount in Toy Story lots
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Imagine Key [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases] – Exclusive to Southern California Residents – $499
Details
- ~ 235 blockout dates
- Can hold 2 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 25% parking discount in Toy Story lots
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
A monthly payment plan is available to California residents, after a $184 down payment. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them.
Additional Discounts
Did we miss an offer? If you know of an authorized discount on Disneyland Resort tickets, standing offers for Annual Passholders from non-Disney vendors, or other promotions which might interest our readers, please drop us a note!
Discounts for Everyone
Disneyland Resort Hotels – June 10 – September 26, 2024
Hotel guests may save up to 25% on select stays at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel or The Villas at Disneyland Hotel when staying four nights or longer, or may save up to 20% at these hotels Sunday – Thursday without a minimum night stay. These offers are for stays June 10 through September 26, 2024, and can be reserved May 29 through September. 12, 2024, subject to availability and restrictions.
You can book through the Disneyland website or contact MousePlanet’s travel partner Get Away Today and let them find the best deal for you. Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
Purchase with purchase offers – Disneyland Resort shops frequently offer a reduced-price souvenir (often a tote bag, watch, or blanket) with a qualifying minimum purchase. These are offered at Disney-operated stores only, and selection may vary by location.
Disney usually allows customers to purchase more than one of the offers in a qualifying transaction, so if you spend $40 or more you can buy both items currently available if you wish. If you’re a passholder, the minimum purchase is calculated after your discount, and your discount does not apply to the promotional item.
Discounts for Magic Key Holders
Magic Key Holders receive discounts on food and merchandise at participating locations, based on Magic Key type. Visit the Magic Key Discounts website for current details.
Contact MousePlanet’s travel partner Get Away Today and let them find the best deal for you. Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
July brings a new batch of offers for Magic Key members from Downtown Disney merchants. These discounts are valid through July 31, 2024. Here’s a list of the deals and where to find them:
- Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio
- Special menu item – Dragon Fruit Mojito (ages 21+)
- JZK Happy Hour. M-F from 2-4 p.m. only, Magic Key holders receive $1 off all appetizers from the main menu, plus a 10% MK discount.
- Naples Ristorante e Bar
- Double your Discount Days: Magic Key holders receive 20% off menu items M-th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., excluding alcohol.
- Paseo
- Special Chef’s Favorites $100 dinner for two. (Three courses to share)
- Salt & Straw
- Buy 1, Get 1 Free ice cream pint. One per MK holders.
- Splitsville Luxury Lanes
- $15 flat-rate bowling. Applicable to walk-in bowling only; no other discounts apply.
- Tiendita
- Free Aqua Fresca when you purchase $25 or more before tax.
Disney Rewards VISA Cardmember Perks
Disney Character Experience at Disney California Adventure – cardholders have access to a private photo opportunity at Disney California Adventure, where they can meet and pose with a Disney character. The location is open daily from 10:30am – 1:30pm., and is adjacent to the Monsters, Inc. attraction in Hollywood Land. Members receive one free image download per visit.
It looks like a second, limited-time offering is now available from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the same location, featuring Spider-Man, Captain America.
Star Wars Magic Shot at Disneyland – cardholders have access to a private photo opportunity outside of the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland, across from Autopia. This is open daily from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Members receive one free image download per visit.
Disneyland Resort merchandise – cardholders also receive 10% off qualifying merchandise purchases of $50 or more from Disney-operated retail stores, plus 10% off at Arribas Brothers Crystal Shops (Crystal Arts and Cristal d’Orleans)
Disneyland park dining – 10% off at selected Disneyland restaurants:
- Cafe Orleans
- Carnation Café
- The Golden Horseshoe
- Harbour Galley
- Plaza Inn
- River Belle Terrace
- Royal Street Veranda
- Troubadour Tavern
Disney California Adventure dining – 10% off at selected Disney California Adventure restaurants:
- Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
- Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining
- Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill
- Lucky Fortune Cookery
- Paradise Garden Grill
- Sonoma Terrace
- Studio Catering Co.
- Wine Country Trattoria
Disneyland Resort Hotels dining – 10% off at selected Disneyland Resort Hotel restaurants. (GCH Craftsman Bar, Storytellers Café, Goofy’s Kitchen).
Downtown Disney District dining and merchandise – 10% off purchases at Curl Surf and California Sole; 20% off purchases at Wetzel’s Pretzels.
Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 15% off the “Walt’s Main Street Story,” Guided Tour, “Disney’s Happiest Haunts” Tour (offered seasonally) and the “Holiday Time at Disneyland®” Tour (offered seasonally)
Disneyland Resort Military Discounts
2024 Military Ticket discounts
Through December 10, 2024, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:
- 3-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket: $269
- 3-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket with Disney Genie+ Service: $359
- 4-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket: $315
- 4-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket with Disney Genie+ Service: $435
Disneyland tickets may be used January 2 through December 13, 2024. There is no blockout period for spring break this year.
Active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. No more than six Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (or spouse) pursuant to this offer. All tickets and options are non-transferable and must be used by December 13, 2024.
This offer can only be purchased at a participating US military base ticket office.
2024 Military Hotel discounts
Military discounts are valid for stays most nights from January 2 through December 13, 2024. You can book now through December 10, 2024, and travel must be completed by December 14, 2024.
Disney does not publish the actual discounted rates, and instead asks eligible U.S. military personnel to call (833) 618-0536 to check pricing, availability and to make reservations. In past years, the offer was generally 30% to 40% off, based on room category. Concierge rooms, Signature or Premium suites, or 2-or 3-Bedroom Villas are excluded from the offer, and this offer can not be combined with any other discount.
Unlike the Walt Disney World version, the Disneyland offer allows the eligible service member to book up to two rooms, and allows their spouse (with valid and proper ID) to qualify in the absence of the service member, provided the spouse stays in one of the rooms booked.
Hotel and Travel Packages
Contact MousePlanet’s travel partner Get Away Today and let them find the best deal for you. Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
Costco Travel Packages – many different travel packages including visits to Disneyland and Disneyland hotels are available through Costco.
Disney’s Resort Magic and Good Neighbor Magic Packages – these package includes accommodations in one of the three resort hotels or at one of 40 Good Neighbor hotels, along with theme park admission. The packages also come with a variety of extra inclusions and bonuses, usually a souvenir pin and lanyard, and discount coupons for various Downtown Disney merchants.
Contact Disney Travel at (714) 520-5050, book on line. through the Disneyland website, or call your favorite travel agent to inquire about these packages.
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Park Schedule and Blockout Dates
- DL – Disneyland
- DCA – Disney California Adventure
- DCA – Downtown Disney
Early Admission – full description available on the Disneyland website:
- EE –Early Entry for Disneyland Resort Hotel guests.
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- LNY – Lunar New Year
- F&W – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
- GN – Grad Nites
- OBB – Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure. 2024 dates: August 25, 27 and 29; September 3, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29; October 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31. Tickets are sold out
- DaD – Disneyland After Dark
The Ticket Tier calendar is published on the Disneyland website for the next eight to 11 months.
| 7/28 | 7/29 | 7/30 | 7/31 | 8/1 | 8/2 | 8/3 |
| Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest |
| 8/4 | 8/5 | 8/6 | 8/7 | 8/8 | 8/9 | 8/10 |
| Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ Pixar Fest | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ D23 Day | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ D23 Expo | Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ D23 Expo |
| 8/11 | 8/12 | 8/13 | 8/14 | 8/15 | 8/16 | 8/17 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ D23 Expo | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 8/18 | 8/19 | 8/20 | 8/21 | 8/22 | 8/23 | 8/24 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 8/25 | 8/26 | 8/27 | 8/28 | 8/29 | 8/30 | 8/31 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 9/1 | 9/2 | 9/3 | 9/4 | 9/5 | 9/6 | 9/7 |
| Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
