Writer’s Note, News & Views
Let’s see, last week, I wrote:
Interestingly, in recent past years, Disney has celebrated halfway-to-Halloween about now, but we have not heard anything about Magic Kingdom’s plans for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year as of yet. Of course, merely by typing that sentence, haven’t I all-but-guaranteed that Disney will make announcements about Halloween after I hit the publish button on Tuesday? If that’s the case, we’ll be sure to share on social media (at minimum).
Okay, so Disney waited to celebrate Halfway-to-Halloween yesterday. We promptly published an article with all the details for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, and parks around the world. Here’s what you need to know for Walt Disney World, as tickets for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8, for those staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, as well as Shades of Green and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels. General sales open on Wednesday, May 15 for all guests.
Halloween parties begin August 9 this year, and run select nights through October 31. Tickets are $119 to $199, depending on event night. On event nights, the party starts at 7 p.m. and runs until Midnight; party ticket holders may enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4 p.m. on their event night without a separate park ticket or reservation. The usual Halloween costume policy applies, so be sure to read the details if you plan to attend to in costume.
Discounts of $10/ticket apply on some dates for Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members, so, it is particularly important when purchasing online, to log in to your My Disney Experience account that is linked to your credentials. To purchase tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/Halloween or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639. Cast Member discounts are available on some nights on the cast web portal.
The party nights are:
- August – 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
- September – 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27 and 29
- October – 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 31
New this year is a DescenDANCE Party tied to the new Disney+ movie; a first-ever meet-and-greet with Mirabel and Bruno in Fantasy Garden, and, of course, Mickey and friends who will appear in brand-new Halloween themed costumes. Disney says more villains will be out and about during the party than in the past. Trick-or-treating will be available during party hours as usual, and Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade will take place at an earlier time (8:15 p.m.), Disney says, to allow viewing by “little ones who want to enjoy the spooky fun before it’s bedtime.” (The parade will also run at 11:15 p.m.) Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular returns with three scheduled shows for parties through September 28, and four scheduled shows for the rest of the parties. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular (fireworks) will be shown at 10 p.m. on party nights, and reservations for the add-on Dessert Party, which includes fireworks viewing from Plaza Garden or Tomorrowland Terrace., opens June 7 (having a good view of Cinderella Castle for this fireworks show provides the best opportunity to see the giant Jack Skellington puppet-like figure and all of the show’s projections and effects.)
American Sign Language interpretation will be offered at select shows on the following dates:
- Friday, August 23, 2024
- Thursday, September 26, 2024
- Thursday, October 24, 2024
More details are available on Disneyworld.com/Halloween and we’ll highlight the additional specialty offerings as the event’s 2024 debut draws closer. Disney Parks Blog has shared highlights of the merchandise coming to Disney Parks and DisneyStore.com for the Halloween season this year.
Finally, before we turn to the rest of the news and views, it is time for my usual summer comments about the weather. Yes, you read that correctly, summer.
May temperatures here in Central Florida start getting to and above 90º during the day. The humidity starts to climb too. The forecast for the rest of this week is very hot, with possible records coming on Thursday. So, while May also tends to have a good number of fairly nice days, be prepared and stay hydrated! If you are not used to the heat, be sure to take some cooling breaks, and, indeed, even if you are used to the heat, caution is advised, and, in any event, remember that Florida weather is never entirely predictable.
Florida weather reporters have started talking hurricane preparedness, and the National Hurricane Center marks the official start of tropical storm season as June 1. In the meantime, while Central Florida may not see widespread daily thunderstorms, they do start to pop up this time of year too. Remember, an umbrella and a poncho may help you not get too drenched, but they are no protection against lightning; when it is thundering and you see Disney closing outdoor venues because lightning is in the area, it is time for you to seek shelter too.
Cirque du Soleil Previews New “Page to Stage Signature Experience”
As mentioned in our Update last week, “Drawn to Life” presented at Disney Springs by Cirque du Soleil and Disney, is offering a new “Page to Stage Signature Experience” starting May 24. “Page to Stage” is a specially curated experience from pre- to post-show. Guests begin their evening with a personalized greeting and check-in with a host, select concessions of their choice (non-alcoholic beverage and snack) to enjoy during the show, including a souvenir popcorn bucket, and watch the show from premium, reserved seating. Following the show, “Page to Stage” guests have the opportunity to meet and greet some of the cast and take photos. The “Page to Stage” experience then provides guests with an under-the-stage and backstage tour of the theater which includes up-close looks at some of the costumes and props. Guests will receive a Drawn to Life gift bag, in addition to receiving a discount off purchases made at the theater’s Cirque du Soleil store.
“Page to Stage” is designed to be a VIP experience similar to those offered by Cirque at its Las Vegas and other productions. I was invited to a media preview of the tour portion of the new experience last week. The tour is designed to be family friendly and accessible, though, as you can imagine, an under-the-stage and backstage experience includes some tighter spaces, and guests who are unable to walk stairs will be taken between levels of the theater building by elevator. For those that enjoy seeing some of the operations of a professional theater, the tour provides some of the highlights that are out of sight during a performance. Fans of the history of Disney animation will appreciate that this tour provides very close-up looks at set pieces and props that are copies of items found, created and/or used at Walt Disney Animation Studios, and they were created with the assistance of the Walt Disney Company Archives team. The level of detail of these items is quite impressive, especially since during a performance of Drawn to Life, they cannot be seen clearly from most seats in the theater.
Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.
Drawn to Life is presented Wednesdays through Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. Drawn to Life Tickets are available through December 2024. Starting May 24, the “Page to Stage” experience is offered for the second performance on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and is limited to nine guests for each of those shows. (Cirque said it will consider adding to the experience schedule in the future.) Tickets for the experience are $285 for adults and $225 for children; the price includes the premium seating for the show and other perks mentioned above (taxes and fees are included too).
As you may recall, Drawn to Life, took up residence at Disney Springs in November 2021, and it is the first-ever creative collaboration between Cirque and Disney. Its debut, delayed by the global pandemic, followed the two-decade run of La Nouba on the West Side of what is now known as Disney Springs. Drawn to Life tells the story of the love between a father and a daughter, drawing inspiration from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 100-year heritage of storytelling. It celebrates iconic Disney stories and characters through innovative design, acrobatic performances, choreography, musical scores and brand-new animation created by Disney Animation artists.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Celebrated 35th Anniversary
On May 1, Disney’s Hollywood Studios celebrated the 35th anniversary of the park’s opening as the Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park. As the park leadership has often described over the past years, in addition to the park’s name change, its focus has also changed over the years from taking guests behind the scenes of film and television production to immersing guests in their own adventures set within the worlds of Star Wars, Toy Story, and more. Disney invited media, including me, to attend the anniversary celebration.
Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.
Jackie Swisher, Vice President of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, told us the summer plans for the park include a “sneak peak” at Disney-Pixar’s Inside Out 2 starting June 10, and the character Joy (from the film and the original film) will begin meeting and greeting guests that day in Pixar Plaza. She also reminded us that “The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure” will debut at the park in the fall. The new show is told from Ariel’s point of view and, she noted, will include the songs from the Disney animated classic, including “Kiss the Girl.”
This & That & Reminders…
…On June 9, as a salute to U.S. Armed Forces and Veterans, The American Adventure at EPCOT will get a new exhibit, Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors, from the George W. Bush Institute. The exhibit features 60 oil paintings by President Bush of service members and veterans who have served in military uniform with honor since 9/11, and whom the President has come to know personally since leaving office. Each painting will be accompanied by the inspiring story of the veteran depicted personally written by President Bush. While May marks the start of National Military Appreciation Month, this exhibit is part of Disney’s admiration for those who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces and veterans, with additional events to be shared and then followed by the 2024 return of the Department of Defense Warrior Games at Walt Disney World June 21-30.
…As you may recall, 350 new cabins are coming this summer to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort as a new part of Disney Vacation Club, and like all DVC properties, they will be available to Members using points, or anyone through central reservations for cash. The new cabins have the same footprint as those at Fort Wilderness that they are replacing, with 527 square feet of living space plus an outdoor deck. The cabins are categorized as one bedroom units that sleep up to six guests with a queen sized bed and a bunk bed in the bedroom, and a pull-down queen sized bed in the living area. Each unit also has a full kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and a separate vanity. Unlike many DVC one bedroom villas, these cabins do not have soaking or whirlpool tubs and they do not have laundry facilities in the cabin (there are laundry facilities around the Fort Wilderness Resort). Disney invited MousePlanet and other media sites to the Central Florida warehouse where the cabins are being pre-fabricated and gave us a tour of one of them last week. The captions of the photos below will take you through the details we saw and you can read more in our First Look post last week.
Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.
…REMINDER: Disney Parks Blog has published its Foodie Guide for Asian American and Pacific Islander Month.
…REMINDER: “Smellephants on Parade presented by Scentsy” is coming to Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom in May. The new, “interactive search-and-sniff experience,” will feature eight statues. At the ticket booth in front of Big Top Souvenirs, a cast member will provide guests with an illustrated map of the land and a sticker sheet to guide them in the complimentary adventure. At Magic Kingdom on this past Thursday, we spotted six of the eight statues in place along with signs “New Act Coming Soon.”
…UPDATED REMINDER: Walt Disney World Resort salutes Passholders with “v.i.passholder days” from May 1 through June 26, 2024. That catch-all term includes a number of limited time perks, including some perks that are only available for some of those dates.
- Complimentary Passholder Magnet at Creations Shop, EPCOT: May 1 through June 26, 2024
This week’s updated information notes that, a new complimentary Stitch-themed Passholder magnet will be available at Creations Shop at EPCOT. (Usual park entry requirements apply; Passholder must show valid pass or MagicBand or similar plus a matching photo ID; limit one per Passholder.) - Passholder Exclusive Stitch Treat at Sunshine Seasons, EPCOT: May 1 through June 26, 2024
The Stitch Cake Cone features vanilla chiffon cake with coconut buttercream and mango crisp pearls. This Passholder exclusive treat will be at Sunshine Seasons in The Land pavilion at EPCOT during its regular hours, May 1-June 26. Be aware that Sunshine Seasons often has limited hours of operation, and those hours are not published in the My Disney Experience app, so if you want this treat during v.i.passholder days, be sure to have proof of your pass, a valid photo I.D., and stop by this location earlier in the day, as we have often found limited or no operation at this location after 4 p.m.
A Passholder-exclusive Stitch Treat coming to Sunshine Seasons. Image courtesy Disney Parks. - Passholder PhotoPass Photo Opportunities at World Celebration Gardens, EPCOT: May 1 through June 26, 2024
Passholder-exclusive PhotoPass magic shots will be available during regular park hours at EPCOT near Dreamers Point in the World Celebration Gardens area. (Usual park admission required and to obtain the photos, the Passholder must have a downloads option, or Memory Maker, or the photo may be purchased individually in the My Disney Experience app). From May 1 to May 30, a giant Mickey Mouse ice cream bar prop will be available and a Stitch Magic Shot; from June 1 to June 26, an oversized Mickey Mouse donut photo prop will be available and a Stitch Magic Shot. - Passholder Lounge at Restaurant Marrakesh, EPCOT: May 1 through June 18, 2024
A Passholder Lounge is scheduled to operate in from noon until 8 p.m. daily in the former Restaurant Marrakesh space at EPCOT’s Morocco pavilion. It is designated a “Passholder Exclusive,” requiring a valid pass and matching photo I.D. (standard park admission rules apply too), and the description of the perk does not include any non-Passholder guest admissions. Complimentary snacks and water, mobile device charging stations, and a complimentary Passholder button will be available in the lounge.
The Passholder lounge at former Restaurant Marrakesh was rather popular on its opening weekend, with lines snaking through the Morocco pavilion’s courtyard. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka (faces purposely obscured). - Passholder Discount at DisneyStore.com: May 5 through May 24, 2024
From May 5 to May 24, 2024, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save 20% on purchases at DisneyStore.com. Be sure that your Annual Pass is linked to your My Disney Experience account, that you use the same log-on information for My Disney Experience and the Disney Store website, and that you use promo code WDW20 at checkout. Terms and exclusions are spelled out on this page of DisneyWorld.com.
…REMINDER: EPCOT’s CommuniCore Hall and Plaza, including its new Mickey & Friends meet and greet area are scheduled to open on June 10, 2024.
…REMINDER: Tutto Italia Ristorante at EPCOT Walt Disney World has extended its 20% Annual Passholder discount through September 30, 2024. Although the news we received did not explicitly say so, assume the prior restrictions apply: offer applies to regularly-priced food and nonalcoholic beverages and exempting certain holidays, special events and dining packages.
…REMINDER: Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs has increased its Annual Passholder Discount to 20%. The discount applies to all regular priced food and non-alcoholic beverages during lunch hours, which run from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday through Monday. The offer excludes service at the sushi bar, as well as major holidays, including Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs has revamped its offerings with new signature pan-Asian cuisine options for weekday lunch, available 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Highlights of the new lunch menu include:
- Katsudon – Panko breaded pork skirt, dashi soy, organic egg, scallions and pickled ginger on top of house-polished white rice. $21
- Poke Bowl – Tuna, salmon, hamachi marinated in soy, sesame, crunchy garlic chili over sushi rice. $24
- Asian Salad – Mesclun and baby iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, tomato, red onion, orange segment, apple, wonton chips and ginger dressing. $15
Options to add protein: chicken for $9, oishii shrimp for $10, bulgogi beef for $10, calamari for $9 or fried tofu for $5.
The venue’s fast-casual counter, Morimoto Asia Street Food, which features pan-Asian selections, small plates, dim sum options and more, has also introduced some new items:
- Teriyaki Salmon Onigiri (Japanese Rice Ball): Teriyaki-glazed salmon, house-polished short-grain rice, and rice.
- Taiwanese-style Fried Chicken “Gee Pie”: Five-spice marinated chicken with a choice of curry spice or Beijing spice.
- Korean Corn Dog: Beef hotdog, mozzarella cheese, Panko bread crumbs, Sriracha ketchup and honey mustard.
- Bulgogi Kimchi Ramen: Thin-sliced sweet soy-marinated beef, aromatics duck broth, house-pickled kimchi, gochujang sauce, scallion and soy-marinated egg.
Street Food is open daily from 12-8 p.m. and its menu is available for takeout or to enjoy on the adjacent covered patio seating.
…REMINDER: Enzo’s Hideaway at Disney Springs will feature its Bootlegger’s Dinner, featuring Brugal rum pairings, May 16 or 22 • 7 p.m. It is $75 + tax and gratuity for “a trip back in time, to the days of prohibition, speakeasys, and rum-running.” The evening starts with a tropical Brugal 1888 cocktail, paired with coconut shrimp arancini. Next, it explores “the complex depths of a Brugal Visionara concoction,” served with paccheri al ragù cinghiale. Finally, it provides “a luxurious Brugal 1888 dessert drink” to accompany its “decadent affogato.” Adventurous guests can add a 1 oz. pour of Brugal Maestro Reserva for $25. Space is limited, and guests must be 21+ to attend. More information and tickets are available on this page of the Tock website.
…REMINDER: Jaleo at Disney Springs is offering a Florida residents discount (for an unspecified time). According to a promotional email without a lot of specifics, “As a token of appreciation for our local community, all Florida residents can now receive in a 20% discount on their total bill at Jaleo. Just present your Florida ID to your server, and the discount will be applied at the end of your meal.”
…FINAL REMINDER. Don’t forget Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday, May 12. In addition to merchandise offerings to consider as gifts for mom, Disney Springs has a number of mom-themed activities “presented by AdventHealth,” including the return of the “Mom!” photo op. There is also a “Postcards for Mom” station featuring flower-seeded postcards for guests to write and send heartfelt messages.
A number of the Disney Springs venues have asked us to share their offerings that you may consider making reservations for.
Brunch at Maria and Enzo’s at Disney Springs Maria & Enzo’s will be open on Mother’s Day, serving its Sicilian cuisine-inspired brunch menu from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy family-favorites like the Crunch Toast, a cornflake crusted brioche with nutella mascarpone and strawberry compote, plus the Spaghetti Carbonara Americana, featuring thick cut spaghetti imported from Italy with applewood bacon and a soft poached egg on top. Signature craft cocktails and bottomless mimosas or bellinis are also available.
Italian at Enzo’s Hideaway For mothers who are fascinated in secret speakeasies and the Prohibition era, lunch or dinner at Enzo’s Hideaway would be the perfect Mother’s Day surprise. Located in a storied rum runner tunnel under Maria & Enzo’s restaurant, Enzo’s Hideaway pours Prohibition-era cocktails and serves hearty Roman-style dishes. The entrees include handmade pasta, fresh fish, chicken and steaks. The signature Salumi e Formaggi platter is made to order and features a selection of imported cured meats and aged cheeses.
Pan-Asian Delight at Morimoto Asia treat Mom to Japanese Master Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s Pan-Asian destination, featuring mouth-watering traditions like Pecking duck carving and dim sum, plus delicious ramens and sushi options. Perfect for celebrations, as the restaurant boasts a gorgeous interior with views of the culinary action with the glass-encased kitchen.
Jaleo Disney Springs This Mother’s Day, Jaleo Disney Springs will offer a special brunch experience to celebrate all the mother figures in one’s life. For $49 per person, guests will enjoy a four course menu, featuring classic tapas, Spanish-style brunch favorites and a variety of seasonal specials curated by Head Chef Kristoffer Anderson, like paella with artichokes and pork ribs. The meal is accompanied by live performances of classic rumba music by roaming guitar players and vocalists. To book this experience, click HERE.
1920s Fun at The Edison For mothers who enjoy live entertainment, signature handcrafted cocktails and the lavish lifestyle of a 1920s-themed restaurant, The Edison is the one-stop destination for a Mother’s Day celebration. The ‘20s had a big personality — and the signature dishes at The Edison’s have big flavors to match. A two-handed burger with a mountain of fries, gooey grilled cheese and velvety tomato soup, a crisp Caesar salad with buttery brioche croutons, accompanied with a craft cocktail menu and nightly entertainment are what await guests.
Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.
…The Disney Springs AMC 24 Dine-In Theaters is promoting the upcoming release of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, which is being released on May 10 by Disney’s Twentieth Century Studios.
…REMINDER: Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic event nights are scheduled on select nights into the summer of 2024. The complimentary, after-hours events feature select attractions with shorter-than-usual wait times, plus character greetings, entertainment and more. The remaining events are:
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – June 4 and July 11.
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios – August 27.
Early registration opens for eligible Disney Vacation Club members (namely, those that have bought a certain number of points directly from Disney) with a qualifying Disney Resort hotel reservation on the event date(s). Pending availability, all other eligible Members may try their luck at reservations for the event on the other General Registration specified dates. A link to the event registration queue is posted online shortly before the registration windows open. If you are an eligible member and have a hotel reservation for an event date, keep an eye on your email for a registration reminder which also includes the link. All of the relevant 2024 registration dates are now posted on the event website. The relevant dates for the remaining 2024 Moonlight Magic events are:
| Moonlight Magic Event | Dates | Hotel Reservation Finalization (Party Size) by 11:59 p.m. Eastern | |
| Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park | June 4 | July 11 | |
| Early Registration | CLOSED | CLOSED | |
| General Registration | May 9 | June 27 | N/A |
| Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Aug 27 | ||
| Early Registration | Aug 1 | July 28 | |
| General Registration | Aug 15 | N/A | |
…REMINDER: Give Kids the World Village, the 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee that provides cost-free week-long trips to critically ill children and their families, announced that its Gingerbread Run is returning this fall and will take place at night – under the holiday lights! On Saturday, November 23, you’ll have the chance to run, roll or stroll a 5K or family fun run through the whimsical storybook Village illuminated by thousands of holiday lights. Information and registration is available on this page of the Village’s website.
…NEW. As noted above, Disney Cruise Line also celebrates Halloween on the high seas. This year, Mickey Mouse and friends will have new costumes for the occasion on the Disney ships.
…And, while DCL’s Disney Treasure ‘s maiden voyage is scheduled for December 21, after the Halloween season concludes, as DCL previously announced, its newest ship will feature the Haunted Mansion Parlor, drawing inspiration from The Haunted Mansion. As part of the Halfway-to-Halloween celebration, Disney Parks Blog shared a few new details and a bit more of the storytelling included in the new venue.
…And, finally, before celebrating Halfway-to-Halloween, DCL provided a first look at the entertainment coming to its new island destination Disney Lighthouse Cay when it starts receiving guests on select sailings this summer.
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Resort Reservations, Ticket Advice & Special Offers
Note: MousePlanet does not edit past Updates to reflect price increases; for up-to-date prices, check the most recent Walt Disney World Resort Update.
Disney Springs area hotels have special rates are available to book through July 15, 2024 for stays through July 31, 2024, based on availability. Some blackout dates may apply, and availability may be limited. The rates do not include the Resort Services Fee or daily parking fee (if applicable), taxes or gratuities. The offer is not valid with any other special offers, promotions, existing reservations, or for groups. Rates and more information for the seven official hotels is available at https://disneyspringshotels.com/magic/.
The 4-day Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket is $235 ($59 per day), plus tax, and offers admission to one theme park per day. The ticket is valid through September 28, 2024, and park reservations are required. The ticket can be used on consecutive or non-consecutive days, and there is no fuse, so you can use the first admission in April and space out your remaining visits over the summer.
A 3-day version of the ticket is also available for $219 ($73 per day).
Both of these tickets also offer optional upgrades:
- Park Hopper Option
—$40 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.
Visit more than one theme park on the same day.
- Water Park and Sports Option
—$35 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.
Visit one theme park per day. Plus, get a certain number of visits to a water park, golf course or miniature golf course based on the length of your ticket. For example, if you purchase a 3-Day Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket with the Water Park and Sports option, you can visit a Walt Disney World theme park on 3 days with an advance theme park reservation—and visit a Disney water park on 3 additional days by September 28, 2024.
- Park Hopper Plus Option
—$55 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.
Visit more than one theme park on the same day. Plus, get a certain number of visits to a water park, golf course or miniature golf course based on the length of your ticket. This option is a combination of the Park Hopper option and the Water Park and Sports option.
It really is important to stress the necessity for making your park reservations as soon as you complete your purchase. Disney is only setting aside a limited number of reservations for this ticket type each day, and states, “Reservations may be unavailable for any particular date or park, especially as you get closer to the date of visit or ticket expiration date.”
If you are not a Florida Resident, or you are, but park reservations are not available for the dates you want to visit, Disney is also offering the 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket from $99 Per Day, Plus Tax (Total Price from $396, Plus Tax). The 4-Park Magic Ticket includes one admission to each of the 4 Walt Disney World theme parks—Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios—for a total of 4 admissions, on 4 separate days. Limit one admission per theme park, one theme park per day. This is a date-based ticket, so it does not require a theme park reservation to enter a park, but you must pick a start date through September 22, 2024, and the ticket must be used within 7 days of the selected start date. This ticket cannot be used to enter the same theme park more than once.
If you are willing to skip Magic Kingdom, Disney is also offering a Special 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom only, starting from $89 per day, plus tax (total price starting from $267, plus tax). This is also a date-based ticket that does not require a theme park reservation to enter a park, but you must pick a start date through September 24, 2024, and the ticket must be used within 5 days of the selected start date.
Disney+ subscribers can get a FREE dining plan when purchasing a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option. This offer is valid for arrivals most nights July 1 through September 30, 2024. Visit DisneyWorld.com/SpecialOffers for additional offer details!
Disney Rewards Visa Card users can get a free dining plan when using the card to purchase a non-discounted 4-night/4 day Walt Disney Travel Company Package including room at select hotels and tickets with Park Hopper Option for arrivals most nights July 1 – 31, September 1 – 7, and December 9 – 21, 2024. More details, restrictions, information, and the opportunity to book are on this page of the DisneyWorld website.
Florida residents can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights from July 8 through October 3, 2024. Which resort qualifies for which discount and booking opportunities are available on this page of DisneyWorld.com.
Details and more special offers are available on this page of DisneyWorld.com.
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Only purchase Disney theme park tickets directly from Disney, an authorized seller, or a travel agency like MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Today! As always, we remind our readers that Walt Disney World Resort theme park tickets are rarely offered at deep discounts unless you are a resident of Florida or eligible for U.S. Military Personnel benefits. Historically, non-Florida residents tend to benefit the most by purchasing tickets in advance (and, of course, being mindful of the rules relevant to those tickets). 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 Disney property stating they have remaining days or leftover tickets. This practice is against the terms of use for Walt Disney World Theme Park admissions, and may result in denial of entry. There is no way to determine if these tickets are valid until you try to use them to enter the parks.
