By Tinker Belle Diva
In August 2021, Disneyland fans were given the new Magic Key annual pass program. There was quite a bit of stress in the Key community waiting for information on renewals, and it is finally here! So what is the deal with renewals? And can you buy a Magic Key if you do not already have one?
Magic Key Prices and Benefits as of August 2022
Let’s start with what news was released on August 16th. For those with Magic Keys that want to renew, the four “Keys” from most to least expensive are Inspire (formerly Dream) ($1599), Believe ($1099), Enchant ($699) and Imagine ($449). The Imagine Key is only for Southern California Residents living in zip codes 90000 to 93599. The other three keys are open to anyone inside or outside the state of California. All Keys are Park Hoppers, but the additional perks and discounts do vary based on the type of Key purchased. Here are the prices and benefits, as well as links to the blockout dates:
| Ticket Option | Ticket Price | Additional Perks/Information |
| Imagine Key | $449 | · For Southern California Residents Only
· 10% off select dining, 10% off select merchandise · Check the blockout dates at this link. All weekends and most of the summer/peak times are blocked. · NEW FOR 2022! 25% discount on standard parking in the Toy Story Parking Area (excluding blockout dates). Parking is currently $30, so this would reduce it to $22.50 per visit · Reservation-based admission to one or both theme parks and may hold up to 2 theme park reservations at a time · NEW FOR 2022! 20% discount on Disney Genie+ service. |
| Enchant Key | $699 | · 10% off select dining, 10% off select merchandise
· Check the blockout dates at this link. Some weekends and most of the summer/holiday times are blocked. · NEW FOR 2022! 25% discount on standard parking in the Toy Story Parking Area (excluding blockout dates). Parking is currently $30, so this would reduce it to $22.50 per visit · Reservation-based admission to one or both theme parks and may hold up to 4 theme park reservations at a time · NEW FOR 2022! 20% discount on Disney Genie+ service. |
| Believe Key | $1099 | · 10% off select dining, 10% off select merchandise
· Check the blockout dates at this link. Some Saturdays and most of the holiday weekends are blocked. · 50% off standard theme park parking (excluding blockout days, and available for purchase at Mickey & Friends Parking Structure, Pixar Pals Parking Structure and the Toy Story Parking Area). Parking is currently $30, so this would reduce it to $15.00 per day/visit · Reservation-based admission to one or both theme parks and may hold up to 6 theme park reservations at a time · NEW FOR 2022! 20% discount on Disney Genie+ service. · NEW FOR 2022! Unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads. |
| Inspire Key | $1599 | · 15% off select dining, 20% off select merchandise
· Check the blockout dates at this link. NEW FOR 2022! The winter holidays are blocked. · Standard theme park parking included (excluding blockout days, and available for purchase at Mickey & Friends Parking Structure, Pixar Pals Parking Structure and the Toy Story Parking Area). · Reservation-based admission to one or both theme parks and may hold up to 6 theme park reservations at a time · NEW FOR 2022! 20% discount on Disney Genie+ service. · NEW FOR 2022! Unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads. |
DIVA TIP – be sure to check the blockout calendars as they vary widely with each Key. If you plan to make many visits over a year and need parking, factor that price even with discounts into your budget as it may actually work better to upgrade to a more expensive Key if you are a regular/local visitor.
The prior Disneyland Annual Pass program
Question: I don’t currently have a Magic Key. Can I buy one now? Answer: Unfortunately as of this writing, new purchases are not being taken. Only current Magic Key holders can renew their existing Magic Key.
Question: When can I renew? My pass expires in 45 days and I can’t make new reservations past the expiration. Answer: The renewal window begins 30 calendar days before your current Key expires, and you cannot make reservations past the expiration date until you renew. But the good news is that once you renew, the park reservation calendar will show as available for you and you can make new reservations. New park reservations on your renewed pass will not impact, delete or change any existing reservations you have on your current pass.
Question: I want to renew but change the type of Key I have. Can I do that? Answer: Yes, you can change the type of Magic Key you have as long as it is still available. You can upgrade or downgrade your Key.
Question: Where do I go to renew my pass? Answer: Go to this link https://disneyland.disney.go.com/passes/renew/ and if you are in your renewal window, it will show you the options to renew your Keys.
Question: My Magic Key already expired before Disney allowed renewals. What can I do? Answer: There are Guests that upgraded tickets that were still valid and have expiration dates from earlier this summer. If that is you, you are in luck! IMPORTANT! You need to call Guest Services prior to August 31st, 2022 at 714-781-7277!
Question: I am not ready to renew my Magic Key right now. Can I just buy one later? Answer: You are only guaranteed to renew your Magic Key during your renewal window, which is 30 days prior and up to the day your Magic Key expires. If you let your Magic Key expire, you cannot purchase a new Magic Key. It is possible Disney will start allowing new purchases in the future, but those dates and when that will happen is unknown.
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