Disneyland Resort Update for May 16–22, 2016
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News and Views
Disney Dollars discontinued | Skyway station to be demolished | CHOC Walk 2016 | Constructionland | Beyond the Berm | This and that… | Crowd Forecast
Disney Dollars discontinued
If you have some older Disney Dollars tucked away in a drawer somewhere in anticipation of your next Disney vacation, better check eBay before you use them to buy a box of popcorn.
Disney last Thursday confirmed an online rumor that Disney Dollars would be discontinued over the weekend, and stopped selling them as of Saturday, May 14. The news sparked a buying frenzy, and the Disneyland Resort reportedly ran through its remaining inventory by Friday morning.
Disney discontinued sale of Disney Dollars effective May 14. Photo © Disney.
Until Saturday, Disney also sold Disney Dollars by phone, and readers reported hold times of up to an hour once the news hit social media. Even then, the only bills available for purchase were the $50 denomination, and purchases were subject to a $15 shipping fee.
If you've never heard of Disney Dollars, they were the private currency of the Disneyland Resort, and accepted as cash at any Disney-owned retailer. Disney Dollars were introduced at Disneyland in 1987, and quickly became popular with collectors due to their colorful character designs. The program expanded to Walt Disney World later that year, and eventually to the Disney Stores. Disney Dollars were tied to the U.S. dollar, and change was given in U.S. currency.
The 2014 Disney Dollars series turned out to be the final collection released. Photo © Disney.
Some parents used Disney Dollars as a way to help their children budget for souvenirs during vacations. Disney treated Disney Dollars as merchandise when selling them, a fact which let smart buyers buy Disney Dollars with a credit card and have instant spendable paper “money” in hand without paying ATM or cash advance fees.
Disney last released a new design in 2014, featuring three iconic Disney mountain attractions.
The $50 note released in 2005 to commemorate Disneyland's 50th anniversary may be worth over $1,000 today. Photo © Disney.
As is often the case, the retirement news also prompted a spike in prices on the secondary market. Disney Dollars, which were barely selling for face value a week before the retirement, were commanding much higher prices over the weekend. Some $1 notes are selling for over $100, and those commemorative 50th Anniversary $50 bills could fetch over $1000 in mint condition.
So while Disney will still accept at their face value any Disney Dollars you may still have, you might want to first check and see how much that bill is worth on the secondary market. Who knows? You may be sitting on enough $1 Disney Dollars to pay for your next Disney vacation.
Skyway station to be demolished
In last week's Update, we pointed out that one dirt-covered structure visible from the Mickey and Friends parking structure was the long-abandoned Skyway station. The station has only recently become visible from outside of Disneyland because of deforestation of the adjacent area from the Star Wars Land construction project. From inside Disneyland, you can really only catch a glimpse of the structure if the sun is at a favorable angle and you know where to look.
The Fantasyland Skyway station—seen here from the Mickey and Friends parking structure—is scheduled to be demolished 22 years after the ride closed. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The chalet has been vacant since the Skyway closed in 1994, occasionally serving as a venue for cast parties but never open to the public. In recent years, Disney set up a “dragon lair” in the area during Mickey's Halloween Party, complete with glowing “eyes” and smoke effects.
David Koenig reported the abandoned station was slated to be demolished in 2013, but that tip didn't pan out. Now it looks like the building will finally be razed. No word whether it's part of the Star Wars Land footprint, or will be used for another project.
CHOC Walk 2016
Childrens Hospital Orange County has provided additional details about the 2016 CHOC Walk in the Park, an annual fundraiser for the Orange County institution, as well as the Paint Your Way to Miracles and Magic event that acts as an unofficial kickoff for the annual campaign.
As we've previously shared, the 2016 event will be held on Sunday, October 30, much later in the month than normal. This will create the first-ever opportunity for a Halloween-themed event, and CHOC has says this event will be “extra spooktacular.” The minimum donation/fundraising commitment for the 2016 Walk has increased to $85 per person.
Paint Your Way to Miracles and Magic
The 2016 Paint Your Way to Miracles and Magic event is scheduled for July 25 in Downtown Disney. This annual event offers children the opportunity to help create a new tile mural to be displayed in Downtown Disney for the following year. The completed mural is placed in a lighted case and displayed along the walkway between the Disneyland Hotel and Downtown Disney. Once removed from the Disneyland Resort, each year's mural is placed on permanent display on the hospital campus.
Registration for Paint Your Way to Miracles and Magic opens June 1 via the CHOC website. A minimum donation of $60 per painter is required, and there are only 192 tiles available.
Constructionland
The most notable change this week is the large earthen berm taking shape inside the construction zone, and the continued demolition of smaller support buildings on the west side of the park.
A view over the Star Wars Land construction site. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Workshops on the west side of the Rivers of America have been demolished. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
A view over the Star Wars Land construction site. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Beyond the Berm
The Seven Seas Food Festival kicked off last week at Sea World San Diego, and runs through June 12.
This and that…
Destiny the Whale joins Dory and Crush in the Turtle Talk with Crush show at Disney California Adventure. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
…Characters from Finding Dory have joined the Turtle Talk with Crush show at Disney California Adventure.
…Last week we incorrectly listed the date of the upcoming Artist Showcase with SHAG and HARVEYS. The event is this Saturday, May 21, from 3–5 p.m. Product will be available for sale starting at 8:00 a.m., and vouchers will be distributed for the afternoon signing event at the time of purchase. This is expected to be one of the most popular merchandise events of the year, and there is a firm limit of 5 items per transaction.
Popcorn lovers can try a variety of flavors every day at the Cozy Cone in Disney California Adventure. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
…The Cozy Cone popcorn stand in Disney California Adventure has switched from its practice of offering just one or two unique flavors per day to a new system where a half-dozen popcorn flavors are available on request.
To make the flavored popcorn, workers scoop buttered popcorn into a container, add a scoop of powdered seasoning, and shake to combine. Reader cstephens noted that lines at the stand have been longer since the change, as each serving of popcorn must be individually flavored.
A Cozy Cone cast member shakes up a batch of buffalo ranch popcorn. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
…We reported last week that the official Disneyland Resort refurbishment calendar lists brief closures of both Star Wars: Path of the Jedi and Tomorrowland's Galactic Grill later this month. The brief closures are said to be for minor updates, and do not signal the end of the Season of the Force promotion. The update schedule is:
- Star Wars: Path of the Jedi – closed May 24 for refurbishment.
- Galactic Grill – closed May 23 – 26 for refurbishment.
…It's probably worth noting that Disneyland's “Value” admission season comes to an end on May 19. For admission purposes, everyday between now and August 22 is considered “Regular” or “Peak” season.
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Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Note: Not all attraction closures have been officially confirmed by Disney, and are all subject to change at any time. Refurbishment schedules are estimates only. We recommend checking for updates as you plan your visit. All information is subject to change without notice. To get the most recent updates, visit Disneyland.com—this information is no longer available from the automated phone service.
Disneyland
- Disneyland Monorail – closed through May 19 for refurbishment.
- Star Wars: Path of the Jedi – closed May 24 for refurbishment.
- Galactic Grill – closed May 23–26 for refurbishment.
- Tarzan's Treehouse – closed May 16 – June 9 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Railroad – closed for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to reopen spring 2017.
- Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes – closed for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to reopen spring 2017.
- Fantasmic! – on hiatus for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to return summer 2017.
- Pirates Lair on Tom Sawyer Island – closed for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to reopen spring 2017.
- Sailing Ship Columbia – closed for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to reopen spring 2017.
- Mark Twain Riverboat – closed for Star Wars Land-related construction around the Rivers of America. Expected to reopen spring 2017.
Disney California Adventure
- Muppet*Vision 3D – closed indefinitely. The theater has been renamed the Sunset Showcase Theater, and will likely be used for movie previews until a permanent replacement is found.
- Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular – closed. Frozen Live at the Hyperion opens May 27.
- Grizzly River Run – closed through May 17 for refurbishment.
- Silly Symphony Swings – closed for refurbishment through June 9.
- Soarin' Over California – closes Wednesday, June 15. Reopens as Soarin' Around the World on Friday, June 17.
Disneyland Resort
- Starbucks #2 – A second Starbucks location in Downtown Disney is now under construction, and expected to open summer 2016.
- House of Blues Anaheim – closes May 31. Disney has not said what they will do with the 23,000-square-foot restaurant and concert venue.
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 (link).
2016
- Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration – through September 5
- Grad Nite events – This party for high school seniors graduating in 2016 will be held on these dates: May 13, 14, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 31; June 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 15, 17. The 2016 event includes admission to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park during regular operating hours, and a private party in Disney California Adventure park from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Season of the Force – no end date announced.
- Back to Disneyland Saturday – Saturday, August 20 – This will be the first Saturday that Deluxe annual passholders can use their passes for admission since Saturday blackouts started in March, 2016. It is typically a very busy day at Disneyland.
- Back to Disneyland Monday – Monday, August 22. This will be the first day that Southern California and Southern California Select annual passholders can use their passes for admission following the summer blockout season. It is typically a very busy day at Disneyland.
- 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend – September 1–4. Registration is still open for the Dumbo Double Dare and Disneyland Half Marathon races. Volunteer Registration opens May 24, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. PDT. Details on the runDisney website.
- Gay Days Anaheim (unofficial event) – September 30 – October 2. More information at the event website.
- 2016 CHOC Walk in the Park – Sunday, October 30 at the Disneyland Resort. MousePlanet readers, friends, and family are invited to register with Team MousePlanet and walk with our group. Registration opens on June 1, 2016 at www.chocwalk.org
- Dapper Day Fall Soiree (unofficial event) – Sunday, November 6. More information at the event website. This popular event grows larger each year, so it's worth making note of the date if you plan to visit the park during this weekend.
- 2016 Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend – November 10–13. Formerly called the Avengers Half Marathon. Registration is open for all events except the Captain Strange 10K and the runDisney Kids Races. Register via the runDisney website. Volunteer Registration opens July 19, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. (PDT).
2017
- 2017 Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend – January 12–15, 2017. Registration opens June 14, 2016.
- “Use it or lose it” weekend – January 28–29, 2017. Our designation for the final weekend of January, which marks the deadline for cast members, community groups, and Club 33 members to use their remaining complementary admission tickets from the 2016 allocation.
- 2017 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – May 11–14, 2017. Registration opens September 20, 2016.
- D23 Expo – July 14–16, 2017. Tickets go on sale July 14, 2016.
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 (link).
Knott's Berry Farm
- Knott's Berry Farm Ghost Town 75th Anniversary – Through September 5
Legoland California
- Star Wars Days at Legoland California – June 4–5.
- Red, White and Boom! at Legoland California – July 4.
- Brick-Or-Treat at Legoland California – October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.
- Kids' New Year's Eve at Legoland California – December 31.
Sea World San Diego
- Summer Nights at Sea World – May 28 to September 5.
- Seven Seas Food Festival at Sea World San Diego – May 7 to June 12.
- Sea World's Summer Vibes – June 17 to August 15.
- Halloween Spooktacular at Sea World – September 24–25; October 1–2; 8–9; 15–16; 22–23; 29–30.
- Wintery Wonderland at Sea World – November 18, 2016 to January 1, 2017
Universal Studios Hollywood
- Halloween Horror Nights – dates to be announced
School Holidays
Notable school holidays that may impact park attendance. If you know of any other holidays that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).
2016
- Nevada Day (observed) – Friday, October 28. A school holiday for our neighbors to the northeast creates a 3-day weekend and usually adds to the Halloween weekend crowds. Some Nevada schools take the entire week off as a Fall Break.
- Utah Education Association convention (UEA, a.k.a. “Utah Escapes to Anaheim”) – October 20–21. Expect holiday-level crowds October 19–24 as Utah students and families take advantage of a Fall Break scheduled around an annual state education convention. Not all Utah schools close for UEA, but the impact on the resort is significant enough to mention.
- Thanksgiving Break – November 21–25. Many local schools close for the entire week of Thanksgiving.
- Winter Break – December 19, 2016 – January 6, 2017. Most schools close only two of these three weeks, but some districts close all three weeks due to the Saturday Christmas.
Merchandise Events
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WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Gregg Visintainer. 6–10 p.m. |
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Current Discounts & Promotions
Disneyland prices as of February 28, 2016.
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.
Ticket Prices and Promotions
| One Day Tickets |
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. No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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2-Day So Cal Resident 1-Park Per Day Ticket ($149) – offers residents of Southern California and Northern Baja California admission to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure on one day, and then a second visit to either park on another day on or before May 26, 2016. You can use both days of this ticket at the same theme park, or visit one park one day and the other park on the second day, but you cannot use it to enter both parks on the same day. The ticket is $149 for ages 3 and up, a $20 jump from the 2014 offer. You can also upgrade the ticket to a park-hopper, which allows entry to both parks each day, for an additional $40, a savings of up to $36 compared to the box office price of a two-day park-hopper ticket. 2-Day So Cal Resident Park Hopper Ticket ($189) – offers residents of Southern California and Northern Baja California admission to Disneyland and/or Disney California Adventure on two separate days on or before May 26, 2016. Get full details, terms and conditions of the 2016 So Cal Resident offer No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Three Day Tickets |
3-Day So Cal Resident 1-Park Per Day Ticket ($179) – offers residents of Southern California and Northern Baja California admission to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure on one day, and then two more visits to either park on or before May 26, 2016. You can use each day of this ticket at the same theme park, or visit one park one day and the other park on the next day, but you cannot use it to enter both parks on the same day. When purchased in advance, this ticket comes with one Magic Morning entry; tickets sold at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths do not include this benefit. 3-Day So Cal Resident Park Hopper Ticket ($219) – offers residents of Southern California and Northern Baja California admission to Disneyland and/or Disney California Adventure on three separate days on or before May 26, 2016. When purchased in advance, this ticket comes with one Magic Morning entry; tickets sold at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths do not include this benefit. Get full details, terms and conditions of the 2016 So Cal Resident offer No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Military |
2016 Disney Military Promotional 3 – Day Park Hopper Ticket ($143) Through December 16, 2016, 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 the Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $143 each [an increase of $11 from the 2014-2015 offer]. Disneyland tickets may be used January 3, 2016, through December 19, 2016, except that the tickets may not be used March 20 through April 1, 2016. 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 19, 2016. For complete information regarding Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets and discounted resort rates, military personnel may visit the Disneyland Resort website, or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. |
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Four Day Tickets |
A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. Offer valid for travel through November 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Five Day Tickets |
A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. Offer valid for travel through November 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. Five Days for the price of Four Park Hopper Bonus Ticket – $300/$285 A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. The first day of use must occur on or before December 31, 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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| Six Day or longer tickets | No longer offered by Disneyland; some travel providers may offer tickets for 6 days or longer as part of a package to international customers; residents of Canada, Australia, or the U.K. should check with local travel agencies to see what options may be available. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Disneyland Resort Annual Passports |
California residents can take advantage of the monthly payment plan when purchasing any but the Premier Annual Passport.
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Southern California CityPASS |
2016 Southern California CityPASS ($329/$294) – includes a 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket (including one early-entry day), a one-day admission to Sea World San Diego, and a one-day admission to LEGOLAND California. The CityPASS expires 14 days after first use at any location, and the first use must occur by December 31, 2016. Purchase CityPASS through the Disneyland website or on-site at the ticket booths of Disneyland Resort or the other theme parks included in the pass. You can also purchase directly from the CityPASS website, though a shipping charge may apply depending on how quickly you need the ticket. When you purchase the CityPASS, you have the option of adding a one-day admission to either San Diego Zoo or San Diego Safari Park for an extra $38/$30. This upgraded pass is only available for purchase directly from the CityPASS website. You can also upgrade your CityPASS to add more days at participating locations:
Prices listed above are valid until December 31, 2016 Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them. |
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| Disneyland Resort & Universal Studios Combo Pass |
A special combo ticket available exclusively through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. The bundle includes either a 2-day or 3-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket, plus a 2nd Day Free Universal Studios Hollywood Ticket. |
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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:
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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. Recently, Disney has begun allowing 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. Current offers:
Landry's Select Club – members of the Landry's Select Club get priority seating at the Rainforest Cafe when available (which makes a huge difference on busy days). This club replaces the former Rainforest Cafe Safari Club, and runs on a point-based system that gives you a $25 gift certificate after you spend $250. Membership now costs $25, but comes with a $25 birthday reward. We recommend that you prepurchase your membership before your visit so you can take advantage of the priority seating benefit. ESPNZone MVP Club – membership in the MVP Club does not offer any discounts on food. However, once a member you can make an online reservation for your party up to three days in advance and will get a 25 percent increase in points purchased when playing games in the Sports Arena (and 40 bonus points at activation). You must register online and your membership card will then be mailed to you within two weeks. The card must then be activated at any ESPNZone by the person who signed up for the card and ID will be required (link). Character Dining Vouchers – discounted character dining vouchers are available for purchase online, in advance of your trip, through Get Away Travel. |
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| Annual Passholders |
Disneyland Resort merchandise – Disneyland extended the 20 percent merchandise discount offered to Premium annual passholders through December 31, 2016. All other passholders receive a 10 percent merchandise discount. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. Guided Tours – 15 percent off the regular price of 6 guided tours – Walt in Walt's Footsteps; Cultivating the Magic; Discover the Magic; Happiest Haunts; Welcome to Disneyland; and Holiday Time at Disneyland. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. Dining – 10 to 15 percent off at a variety of Disneyland Resort locations, including Disney-owned and independent restaurants. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. |
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Disney Visa cardholders |
Character Meet-and-Greet at Disney California Adventure – cardholders have access to a private character meet-and-greet photo opportunity at Disney California Adventure, and receive one free 5″x7″ photograph per visit. Star Wars Imperial Meet-and-Greet at Disneyland – cardholders have access to a private character meet-and-greet photo opportunity in the Star Tours Launch Bay in Tomorrowland. Offered daily from 4pm to 8pm. As of 1/23/16, Kylo Ren replaced Darth Vader at this location. Disneyland Resort merchandise – Cardholders also receive 10 percent off qualifying merchandise purchases of $50 or more from Disney-operated retail stores. Disneyland Resort dining – 10 percent off at selected Disneyland Resort restaurants, (Big Thunder Ranch, River Belle Terrace, French Market, Cocina Cucamonga, Wine Country Trattoria (lunch), Paradise Garden Grill, The Lounge at Steakhouse 55 (breakfast), Steakhouse 55 (breakfast), PCH Grill (breakfast and dinner), and Storyteller's Café (lunch). Downtown Disney District dining and merchandise – 10 percent off at Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen (maximum discount of $40, excludes alcohol), Wetzel's Pretzels, Ridemakerz, Alamo Rent a Car, and ESPN Zone. 15 percent off littlemissmatched purchases. Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 15 percent off the “Welcome to Disneyland,” “A Walk in Walt's Footsteps,” “Discover the Magic,” and “Cultivating the Magic” guided tours. See the Disney Visa website for terms and conditions for all of these promotions. |
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U.S. military |
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| Southern California residents | No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. | |
| Hotel and travel package offers |
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 online 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
Annual Pass blockouts:
- SL – Southern California Select Annual Pass
- SC – Southern California Annual Pass
- DX – Deluxe Annual Pass
- SG – Signature Annual Pass
Early Admission – full description available on the Disneyland website):
- MM – Magic Mornings for 3-plus day ticket holders, promotional “bonus” tickets, and Southern California CityPASS
- EMH – Extra Magic Hour for Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests
- EA – Early Admission for Annual Passholders (not currently offered)
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- FW – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
- GN – Grad Nite.
- MHP – Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 5/29 | 5/30 | 5/31 | 6/1 | 6/2 | 6/3 | 6/4 |
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
| 6/5 | 6/6 | 6/7 | 6/8 | 6/9 | 6/10 | 6/11 |
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 6/12 | 6/13 | 6/14 | 6/15 | 6/16 | 6/17 | 6/18 |
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: Grad Nite |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 6/19 | 6/20 | 6/21 | 6/22 | 6/23 | 6/24 | 6/25 |
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Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Ticket Season: DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
Visit our Annual Passholders Blockout Dates page to see more dates. You can see future calendar schedules at Disneyland. As always, specifics are subject to change without notice (or occasionally, without us noticing) so when information conflicts between what is presented here and that presented by Disney, it is best to assume Disney's information is correct.
Visit the Park Hours section of our Disneyland Park guide for additional details about Magic Morning and Toontown Morning Madness, including available attractions. Entertainment schedule: Go directly to the Disneyland Resort schedule for this week at Disneyland.com here.
The Seasons calendar is published on the Disneyland website for the next 8-11 months.
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