News Summary
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are increasing the availability of their low-priced $104 tickets by 60%, expanding the offered days from 20 to 32 over the next six months. Despite a recent price hike, the park aims to balance attendance and reduce crowding during peak times. Notably, the $104 ticket price has only risen slightly since 2015, while higher-tier ticket prices have seen more significant increases. Alongside the ticket changes, certain annual pass prices are also rising as part of Disneyland’s pricing strategy.
Anaheim, California – Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have announced a 60% increase in the availability of its low-priced $104 tickets over the next six months, following a recent price hike implemented on October 8. The number of days during which these tickets will be available will rise from 20 to 32 compared to the same time frame last year.
The specific dates when the low-priced $104 tickets will be offered are as follows: November 3-6, November 10-13, January 6-8, January 12-15, January 20-22, January 26-27, February 3-5, February 10-12, February 24-26, and March 3-5. This adjustment is part of a broader trend, as Disneyland had previously increased low-priced ticket availability by approximately 50% in 2023, offering nearly two months’ worth at the $104 price point. The increase results in a total of 60 days of $104 tickets available in 2023, up from 38 days in 2022, 35 days in 2024, and a projected 38 days in 2025.
For the first four months of 2026, Disneyland will also offer 24 days with $104 tickets, compared to 16 days in 2024 and 15 days in 2025. Disneyland’s ticket pricing system, which is based on demand, was introduced in 2016, allowing ticket prices to be tiered according to expected attendance levels.
Since 2019, the park has maintained the $104 ticket price, raising only the prices of higher-tier tickets over the years. Notably, the $104 ticket price has increased by just $5 since 2015 when it was $99. However, the park’s off-season—which typically has the lowest-priced tickets—has been gradually diminishing as Disneyland continues to introduce new festivals and events each year.
Analysts suggest that the revised pricing strategy enables more guests to visit during off-peak times, leading to a better overall experience with decreased crowd levels. Alongside the increase in low-priced ticket availability, Disneyland is also raising the prices of certain annual passes. For example, the Inspire Key will increase to $1,899, a $150 rise, while the Believe Key will now be priced at $1,474, an increase of $100. Prices for other Magic Key passes, including the Enchant and Imagine keys, will remain unchanged.
This adjustment also reflects an increase in ticket prices for peak visitation periods. For instance, ticket prices during Thanksgiving week will rise from $199 to $224. Moreover, the Tier 6 single-day ticket for the busiest days of operation has increased from $206 to $224. The five-day Park Hopper pass will now cost $655, an increase of $39, while standard parking fees have seen a rise from $35 to $40.
Following suit with Disneyland, Walt Disney World in Florida is also seeing price increases for similar ticket options, although starting prices are expected to remain steady through October 2026. This price hike has come as part of increased demand for visits during holidays and peak seasons. Disneyland’s current pricing strategy does offer discounts for specific groups, such as California residents, and promotional deals are available for three-day Park Hopper tickets.
In summary, Disneyland’s expansion of the $104 ticket availability aims to balance guest attendance, reduce crowding during peak times, and enhance the visitor experience while keeping ticket prices relatively stable over the years.
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