Disneyland and Disney World have announced a price increase for most tickets and annual passes, marking a significant adjustment for visitors. The changes, which took effect on Wednesday, impact various ticket tiers for regular park admission, including single-day, multi-day, and Magic Key annual passes. While the price hikes are smaller compared to previous years, they still reflect ongoing increases in operational costs.
At Disneyland Resort in California, the Tier 0 ticket, the lowest-priced single-day option, remains at $104, a price that has been consistent since 2018. In contrast, the Tier 6 ticket, which is valid during peak holiday periods, has seen an increase from $206 to $224 per day, representing an 8.7% rise. Notably, the number of days available at the $104 price point has increased from 26 to 46 this year.
Annual pass prices at Disneyland also reflect steeper increases at the higher tiers. The top-tier Inspire Key will rise to $1,899, an increase of $150 from the previous price of $1,749. The Believe Key will see a similar rise, from $1,374 to $1,474. Meanwhile, prices for the two lower-tier passes, the Enchant Key and the Imagine Key, will remain unchanged at $974 and $599, respectively. Multi-day tickets are also facing modest increases of between 1% and 2%, with a five-day ticket increasing from $511 to $520.
Parking rates at Disneyland will also rise, with all tiers increasing by $5.
In Florida, Walt Disney World has similarly adjusted prices, with single-day park tickets exceeding $200 for the first time in its 54-year history. Visitors will need to pay $209 per person to enter the Magic Kingdom during peak holiday periods in November and December. Annual pass prices at Disney World also increased on the same day, with adjustments ranging from $20 to $80, although renewal rates for existing holders of the Sorcerer Pass and Pixie Pass remain unchanged.
In addition to ticket prices, parking fees at Walt Disney World rose from $30 to $35 per day. The price for the Lightning Lane Multi Pass, which allows guests to bypass long lines, has increased to a maximum of $45 per day, up from $39.
Disney attributed these pricing adjustments to growing operational costs and increased wages for park employees. A spokesperson for the company stated, “Disney Parks offer a full day of experiences, with ticket, hotel, and dining options designed to suit a wide range of needs and budgets for all who visit. Our commitment to creating magical experiences for everyone remains at the heart of what we do, and that will never change.”
Disney has maintained its lowest-priced ticket at $104 over the past seven years while increasing wages for many cast members by more than 100%. Recently, an Orange County judge approved a $233 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit that claimed Disneyland cast members did not benefit from an Anaheim minimum wage law. This law, passed in 2018 as Measure L, mandates a minimum wage of $20.52 per hour for certain companies in Anaheim’s resort area.
Despite the increases, Disney offers several ways for guests to save on their visits. Disneyland has introduced the California Resident Park Hopper Ticket Offer, available from December 3, allowing eligible guests to access both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure for as little as $83 per day with a three-day Park Hopper ticket. Disney World is also rolling out new promotions, including deals on dining plans for children and discounts on specific hotel packages.
Gavin Doyle, founder of MickeyVisit.com, emphasized that flexibility can lead to savings. “If guests are willing to be flexible with travel dates and visit on weekdays during less busy months, they can find better deals,” he noted. Nearby hotels such as the Castle Inn & Suites and Hilton Anaheim offer more affordable lodging options for those looking to visit the parks.
These price increases occur amidst a growing demand for in-person entertainment, as Disney continues to rely on its theme parks to drive profits while investing in new attractions and enhancing employee wages.