Disneyland Resort Update for June 13–19, 2022
News and Views
Quick takes
Summer is right around the corner, which generally makes for large crowds and slow news cycles. Disney tends to save the big interesting projects and announcements for the slower season, but there are a few things to note as we head into the first “normal” summer season in three years.
…There was a bit of social media buzz last week when some Disneyland Magic Key holders noticed that language in the dining discounts section on some pages of the Disneyland mobile app made reference to “Legacy Passholders” instead of Magic Key holders. The change caused some to worry that the Magic Key program was about to meet the same fate as the prior Annual Passholder program.
We reached out to Disneyland, and learned this was simply a technical error which affected a small subset of Magic Key holders. The Magic Key program has not been discontinued, though sales of new Magic Key passes have been suspended. A spokesperson confirmed the company will be opening renewals for existing Magic Key holders closer to the anniversary date.
…Darth Vader is back in Tomorrowland for a limited time meet-and-greet, inspired by the Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi. In the past Darth Vader greeted visitors inside the Star Wars Launch Bay. With that attraction still closed, the meet-and-greet is outside the lower level of the former Innoventions building, with the line forming nearby. Look for signs near the Star Wars Launch Bay entrance.
“We meet again, at last.”
Darth Vader will return to Tomorrowland for a limited-time, beginning tomorrow! And don't miss the limited series #ObiWanKenobi streaming now only on Disney+. pic.twitter.com/1DtZlCnOmn— Disneyland Resort (@Disneyland) June 11, 2022
…Video posted to Instagram last week shows the moment the Spider-Man “stuntronic” failed to release from its launch wire during a performance at Disney California Adventure last week. The mishap caused the animatronic to swing into a wall instead of making a safe rooftop landing. The set was clearly designed for this scenario, and no humans were injured. The person who posted the video says shows resumed later the same day.
The video is eerily similar to one posted earlier this year by another Instagram user who used computer graphics to fake a crash with the animatronic Spider-Man. Several viewers said they hadn't realized the earlier video was a fake until they saw how the false wall collapsed during the actual incident last week. You can see the faked accident below.
…The walkway between the Paradise Pier Hotel and an exclusive entrance to Disney California Adventure park is now open. Hotel guests must cross Magic Way and show their room key card to a cast member stationed near the driveway entrance to the Grand Californian Hotel to gain access to the walkway. There is a second gate along the walkway, which requires a room key to open, and then guests show their park admission at the new park entrance. The gate is next to Corn Dog Castle in the Paradise Gardens section of the park, and is open during normal park hours.
…Stitch's Interplanetary Beach Party Blast has begun in Tomorrowland. The summertime J dance party runs 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. each night, and features appearances from Stitch and some unusual characters, including Clarabelle Cow, Horace Horsecollar, Chip, Dale and Clarice. If you're a fan of rare characters, this is worth a stop.
Hall D23 schedule announced for D23 Expo
The 2022 D23 Expo is around the corner, and will serve as the kickoff event for the Walt Disney Company's 100th anniversary celebration. Last week, D23 announced the lineup of Hall D23 presentations that headlines the expo, giving ticket holders and those still on the fence a look at what to expect during the three-day event. Hall D23 is the largest venue of the Expo, and can hold nearly 7,000 attendees for each of two major presentations each day.
Friday, September 9
10:30 a.m. – Disney100/Disney Legends Awards Ceremony
The Disney Legends Awards are a highlight of the D23 Expo, and usually features appearances and even performances from the honorees. Disney has not yet announced the 2022 inductees, but the list is never a disappointment. Each honoree receives a two-foot-tall bronze Disney Legends sculpture that signifies the imagination, creativity and magic they have brought to the Walt Disney Company.
3:30 p.m. – Disney Live Action, Pixar Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Animation Studios
Studio executives, directors and stars will take the stage to present a preview of the next several years of theatrical and streaming releases from three Disney divisions. One of the most popular events of every Expo, these presentations are a must-see for film buffs.
Saturday, September 10
10:00 a.m. – Marvel Studios and Lucasfilm
The announcements carry into a second day, this time with Marvel Studios and Lucasfilm sharing news and previews of the upcoming theatrical and streaming releases from their respective franchises.
3:30 p.m. – Disney Branded Television
This panel will feature announcements and previews of future programming on Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Junior, as well as special appearances by some of the performers.
Sunday, September 11
10:30 a.m. – Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
This is the “What's New, What's Next” presentation that theme parks fans eagerly line up for each Expo. DPEP Chairman Josh D'Amaro will cover current and future plans for the Disney theme parks around the world, Disney Cruise Line and Disney experiences.
4:15 p.m. – Disney Princess – The Concert
The 2022 D23 Expo closes with a special performance of Disney Princess – The Concert, currently on a North American tour. The production features four Disney Princesses from stage and screen: Susan Egan, Isabelle McCalla, Anneliese van der Pol, and Syndee Winters.
While three-day Expo passes and single-day Saturday tickets are sold out, a limited number of single-day tickets are still available for Friday and Sunday. Visit D23Expo.com for more information or to purchase tickets.
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This and That
…The final Grad Nite of the year is scheduled to take place this Friday, June 17. Be sure to check our Disneyland Resort Update from May 9 for a recap of what to expect from these after-hours events, as well as the daytime school trips which take place this time of year. Of course, there are still three Disneyland After Dark: Grad Nite Reunion events on the schedule through the end of June.
…Tickets are still available for all three nights of the Disneyland After Dark: Grad Nite Reunion event at Disney California Adventure. The events are June 23, 28, and 30. Tickets now on sale via the event website or save $5 per ticket when you buy from MousePlanet's travel partner, Get Away Today.
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Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Attraction, restaurants, and stores that are closed for refurbishment are noted below. All other closures should be presumed to be due to COVID protocols, and are subject to change at any time without notice as the state of California issues new guidance.
All information was current as of this article's publication date. MousePlanet does not edit past 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.
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Closed attractions:
- Pirates of the Caribbean – closed for refurbishment. Reopens July 1.
- Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date unknown.
- Tarzan's Treehouse – closed for unscheduled refurbishment. Reopening date unknown.
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway – under construction in ToonTown; scheduled to open in 2023.
- Mickey's Toontown – closed for extensive refurbishment. Scheduled to reopen in 2023.
- Star Wars Launch Bay
Closed shopping:
- Magical Transformations at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
- Royal Reception
- Silhouette Studio
Disney California Adventure
Closed attractions:
- Mater's Junkyard Jamboree – closed June 13–16 for refurbishment.
- Red Car Trolley
- Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar
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.
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel – now open at limited capacity
- PCH Grill – permanently closed. No timeline released for a possible replacement.
Disneyland Hotel – now open at limited capacity
- New DVC tower – now under construction. No timeline released.
- Guest room refurbishment – was ongoing at the time of the Resort closure. Fantasy tower appears to be complete, but Frontier and Adventure towers may still be under renovation. No updated timeline available.
- Steakhouse 55 – permanently closed. No timeline released for a possible replacement.
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.
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- Grad Nites: May 13, 14, 18, 20, 21, 25, 26, and 31; June 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 17
- Disneyland After Dark: Grad Nite Reunion – June 23, 28, and 30 at Disney California Adventure. Tickets now on sale via the event website or save $5 per ticket when you buy from MousePlanet's travel partner, Get Away Today.
- 2022 D23 Expo – September 9–11, 2022 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
- Gay Days (unofficial event) – September 16–18. More information at the event website.
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.
Non-Disney Resort Events
Notable events at parks and attractions around Southern California. If you know of an event that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail.
Current Discounts and Promotions
Disneyland prices as of October 25, 2021.
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.
Ticket Prices and Promotions
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One Day Tickets
| Ticket & Season | Adult One-Park | Adult Park Hopper | Child One-Park | Child Park Hopper |
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| One Day – Tier 1 | $104 | $164 | $98 | $153 |
| One Day – Tier 2 | $119 | $179 | $113 | $173 |
| One Day – Tier 3 | $134 | $194 | $127 | $197 |
| One Day – Tier 4 | $149 | $209 | $141 | $201 |
| One Day – Tier 5 | $159 | $219 | $150 | $210 |
| One Day – Tier 6 | $164 | $224 | $155 | $215 |
Disney Genie+ Add-On: $20 per day, 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.
Two Day Tickets
- Two-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $255/$240
- Two-Day Park Hopper – regularly $319/$300
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $20 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 $330/$310
- Three-Day Park Hopper – regularly $390/$370
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $20 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Three-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today
California Resident Ticket Offer
The California Resident Ticket is a 3-day, 1-park-per-day ticket that offers residents of California admission to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure:
- The weekday ticket – starting at $249, three weekdays (Mondays through Thursdays only) between June 13 and September 15, 2022
- The any day ticket – starting at $299, three days (any day of the week, including weekends) between June 13 and September 15, 2022
You can use every day of the California resident 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.
The weekday ticket is $249 for ages 3 and up, this ticket is valid only Mondays through Thursday, and weekends are not included. The any day ticket costs $50 more, starting at $299 for ages 3 and up, but adds Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to your list of days.
For an additional $60, you can also upgrade the ticket to a park-hopper, which allows entry to both parks each day.
You can also add the paid Disney Genie+ service to your California resident ticket. Although you can upgrade all three days in advance for $20 per day (for a total of $60 for the three days), our recommendation is to pay for the service on the first day, after you enter the theme park. This will let you make sure the service provides a value for you, to decide whether you want to spend the extra money for your remaining days.
Tickets are available through the Disneyland website, or through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Today.
There is no “fuse” on this ticket, which means that you can use the first admission on June 13 and wait until September 15 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 ticket sales may be paused or ended at any time, so it's probably best to purchase early so you're ready to make reservations as soon as they open for your desired travel dates.
Tickets expire on September 15, 2022, and have no holiday blackouts. This does mean that you could visit on the 4th of July with the weekday ticket assuming reservations are available.
Disney states that proof of residency is required for purchase and admission, and each resident can purchase up to five tickets per day.
Now for the official fine print:
California Resident Ticket
- Valid for California residents within ZIP codes 90000–96199; proof of eligible residency, including valid government-issued photo ID, is required for purchase and admission.
- Tickets are not valid before June 13, 2022, expire September 15, 2022, and are limited in availability.
- The Weekday Tickets (Mon-Thurs) are not valid on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- To enter a theme park, Guests (ages 3 and older) need a valid ticket and a theme park reservation for the same day and same park they want to visit.
- Theme park reservations can be made up to 120 days in advance and are limited and subject to availability and restrictions.
- Guests may update their theme park reservation dates until September 15, 2022 by canceling their existing reservations and booking new reservation dates; new reservation dates are subject to availability.
- Each day of use constitutes one full day of use.
- Eligible residents may purchase up to 5 tickets per day with valid ID.
- 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, and is subject to restrictions, change and cancellation without notice.
- Sales may be paused from time to time or terminated at any time.
Four Day Tickets
- Four-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $360/$340
- Four-Day Park Hopper – regularly $420/$400
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $20 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 $380/$360
- Five-Day Park Hopper – Regularly $440/$420
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $20 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
Dream Key [Not currently available to purchase] – $1,399, or $102 per month after down payment.
Details
- No blockout dates
- Can hold 6 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 20% merchandise discount
- 15% food & beverage discount
- Parking included
Believe Key [Not currently available to purchase] – $949, or $65 per month after down payment.
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
Enchant Key [Not currently available to purchase] – Price: $649, or $40 per month after down payment.
Details
- ~ 150 blockout dates
- Can hold 4 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
Imagine Key [Not currently available to purchase] – Exclusive to Southern California Residents – $399, or $19 per month after down payment.
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
A monthly payment plan is available to California residents, after a $179 down payment.
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!
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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.
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.
Disney Rewards VISA Credit Card Holders
See the Disney Visa website for terms and conditions for all of these promotions.
Disney Magic Shot at Disney California Adventure – cardholders have access to a private photo opportunity at Disney California Adventure, where a Disney character will be digitally added to your photo. 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.
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, and Star Wars character will be digitally added to your photo.
Disneyland Resort merchandise – cardholders also receive 10% off qualifying merchandise purchases of $50 or more from Disney-operated retail stores.
Disneyland Resort dining – 10% off at selected Disneyland Resort restaurants, (River Belle Terrace, French Market, Cocina Cucamonga, Wine Country Trattoria (lunch), Paradise Garden Grill, , and Storyteller's Café (lunch).
Downtown Disney District dining and merchandise – 10% off at Ralph Brennan's J
SoCal Resident Ticket Offer
See above.
If you know of an offer that we've missed, please drop us an email with the details.
azz Kitchen (maximum discount of $40, excludes alcohol), Wetzel's Pretzels, and Alamo Rent a Car.
Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 15% off the “Welcome to Disneyland,” “A Walk in Walt's Footsteps,” “Discover the Magic,” and “Cultivating the Magic” guided tours.
Southern California Residents
Disney Vacation Club Members
None currently available
If you know of an offer that you think most Members don't know about, please drop us an email with the details.
Service Members
Disneyland Resort Military Discounts
Disneyland has not yet announced details of a 2021 Military Salute program.
If you purchased a ticket under the 2020 program, the expiration date will be extended through December 16, 2021. Tickets may be used on non-consecutive days.
Hotel & Travel Packages
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/Blockout Dates
- DL – Disneyland
- DCA – Disney California Adventure
- DCA – Downtown Disney
Early Admission – full description available on the Disneyland website:
- MM – (Not currently offered) Magic Mornings for 3-plus day ticket holders and promotional “bonus” tickets.
- EMH – (Not currently offered) Extra Magic Hour for Disneyland Resort Hotel guests.
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- LNY – Lunar New Year
- F&W – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
- GN – Grad Nite.
- OBB – Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure
The Ticket Tier calendar is published on the Disneyland website for the next eight to 11 months.
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