Disney World and Disneyland have raised ticket prices amid higher demand. Single-day tickets reach $199, with further increases during busy holiday periods.
Immediate price increase announced
Walt Disney World and Disneyland affected
Single-day tickets rise to $199
Thanksgiving tickets increase to $224
Annual pass prices also rising
Lowest-priced tickets unchanged
Disney has raised ticket prices for both Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, effective October 8, 2025. These changes reflect ongoing adjustments to meet demand and cover operational costs.
Disneyland Ticket Price Increases
Single-day tickets now have seven pricing tiers.
The lowest tier remains $104 for adults, unchanged for the past three years.
On popular days, such as during Thanksgiving and the December holiday season, tickets increase to $224, up from $206, marking an 8.7% rise on peak dates.
Most tiers increased by about 3% or less; five of the seven tiers had small increases.
Annual passes like the Inspire Key rose by $150 to $1,899; the Believe Key went up by $100 to $1,474. Enchant and Imagine passes saw no hike.[1][2][3]
Walt Disney World Ticket and Pass Price Updates
Standard ticket prices increased by about $5 to $10 across parks, with the highest one-day ticket hitting $209 on peak dates such as around Thanksgiving 2026.
Price ranges for 1-day tickets post-increase:
Magic Kingdom: $159–$209
EPCOT: $139–$199
Hollywood Studios: $149–$204
Animal Kingdom: $119–$184
Annual passes increased between $20 and $80 depending on tier:
Incredi-Pass: $1,629 (up $80)
Sorcerer Pass: $1,099 (up $20)
Pirate Pass: $869 (up $40)
Pixie Dust Pass: $489 (up $20)
Some renewal prices remained stable for select passes.[4][5][6][7]
Additional Price Changes
Add-ons like Disney PhotoPass and Water Parks & Sports options rose from $99 to $109.
Lightning Lane service maximum pricing increased to $45.
Parking and merchandise prices also saw increases.[6][8]
Disney’s Statement
Disney highlighted that the parks provide a variety of ticket, hotel, and dining choices to suit different budgets while maintaining its commitment to creating magical experiences for all guests.[9][3]
This price increase comes amid steady demand for Disney parks, especially during holidays and peak travel days. Despite higher prices, Disney continues to offer tiered options and discounts that cater to a wide range of visitors.[10][11]
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