Walt Disney World Lightning Lane 2024 Updated Guide
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Walt Disney World Lightning Lane 2024 Updated Guide
Big changes are coming soon to Walt Disney World, changing the way you can plan your vacation! Genie + is being replaced by Lightning Lane Multi Pass, let's take a look at what this means for your next trip:
Lightning Lane Pass is Disney’s paid service that allows guests to skip the standby queue and more quickly ride attractions via the Lightning Lanes - replacing Genie+. Starting July 24, 2024 you can purchase Lightning Lane passes and make selections up to 7 days in advance of your arrival giving you more time to plan your visit. Let's explore frequently asked questions about Lightning Lane Multi and Single Pass, how to use them, and if utilizing this service is the best choice for your Disney vacation!
What are Lightning Lane Passes?
Lightning Lane Passes are Disney World's newest paid way to skip the standby line for most rides and experiences in Walt Disney World. This is not just a renaming of Genie+, it is a complete revamping of the line 'skipping' services, allowing guests more control over planning their days at the parks. Lightning Lane Multi Pass is replacing Genie+ and Lightning Lane Single Pass is replacing Individual Lightning Lanes. This service allows you to bypass the standby line and enter the shorter 'Lightning Lane' line, eliminating much of the time you would otherwise spend waiting in line for rides, giving you more time in your day to enjoy other experiences Walt Disney World offers, like parades, character meets, and other entertainment!
What is a Lightning Lane Multi Pass?
Lightning Lane Multi Pass (LLMP) is the new service replacing Genie+. Much like Genie+ you are paying to be able to schedule a window of time for an attraction where you can skip the standby queue and enter through the Lightning Lane. Unlike Genie+ you will be able to book your selections up to 7 days prior to your arrival and select 3 different experiences. You will also receive digital downloads of select attraction photos from your day, captured with Disney PhotoPass Service. Plus, access Disney PhotoPass Lenses!
What is a Lightning Lane Single Pass?
Lighting Lane Single Passes are replacing Individual Lightning Lanes. Each park has one or two premium attractions that are not included within Lighting Lane Multi Pass and are purchased separately. You do not have to use Multi Pass to purchase these. Unlike Individual Lightning Lane, you will be able to book your selection(s) prior to your arrival. You will have the ability to make selections and pick your return window prior to purchase.
What are some of the advantages of Lightning Lane Multi Pass over Genie+?
The biggest advantage is being able to manage this pre-arrival, rather than having to wake up at 7am while on vacation to book your first selection for the day. Additionally, you can see availability and make attraction selections and pick times prior to purchase, ensuring you are happy with your initial selection(s) prior to payment. Finally, LLMP offers the ability to hold up to 3 selections at one time. After using one of your pre-booked selections, you can book additional Lightning Lane Multi Passes throughout the day, keeping a maximum of 3 active at any time.
The complimentary features of Disney Genie Service will continue to be available in the MDE app
When does the switch from Genie+ to Lighting Lane Multi Pass take place?
Starting July 24, 2024 you can purchase Lightning Lane passes and make selections up to 7 days in advance of your arrival giving you more time to plan your visit.
What is a Lightning Lane?
Lightning Lanes are Disney's alternative to the standby queue, allowing guests to have a much shorter wait before experiencing an attraction. You must purchase a Lightning Lane Pass (or have DAS) to enter a Lightning Lane.
With Multi Pass, can I choose from any three Lighting Lane experiences?
Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios have a tiered system. You may pick one experience from Tier 1 and two (or all three) from Tier 2. Animal Kingdom only has one tier, and any three experiences that are available may be chosen. We talk about the different groups further down.
When can you buy Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass?
The booking window starts at different times depending on whether you are staying on site at a Disney World Resort hotel or off property:
For guests staying at a Walt Disney World Resort, Lightning Lane Passes, both multi and single passes, can be purchased up to 7 days in advance of check-in, for their entire stay.
Off property guests with date-based theme park tickets can purchase Lightning Lane passes and choose experiences and return times for the total number of valid admission days starting 3 days in advance.
AP, who are not staying on property, and guests with other ticket types must purchase 3 days before their park visit, one day at a time.
What time will guests be able to purchase Lightning Lane Passes?
Guests can purchase Lightning Lane Passes for the days they have valid theme park admission starting at 7:00 AM Eastern Time on their first day of eligibility.
How do I purchase Lighting Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass?
Passes will be available for purchase in the My Disney Experience app
Open the MDE app, then tap the Lightning Lane Passes section on the home screen
Select a date and theme park
Select Lightning Lane Multi Pass, Single Pass, or both
Follow all prompts to complete your purchase
From the confirmation screen, you can tap “Plan another day” to purchase another pass or “View My Day” for details about your selection
*Lightning Lane passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable but can be modified pending availability*
When can international guests purchase Lightning Lanes?
International travelers can only purchase Lightning Lane passes and make selections upon arrival into the United States.
How much does Lightning Lane Multi Pass cost?
The price of Lightning Lane Multi Passes will vary by date and theme park. The prices for Lightning Lane Single Passes also vary both by date and attraction. Beginning July 24, 2024, prices will be available in the My Disney Experience app.
Can you make Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections in a different park if you are planning to Park Hop?
You must schedule your first three Lighting Lanes selections at the same park. If you have a Park Hopper ticket or an Annual Pass, once you redeem your first selection of the day, you can use the MDE app to choose another Lighting Lane return time in any of the other theme parks, subject to availability.
Is there an additional charge for using the Multi Pass when park hopping?
No. There is no additional charge for Park Hopping.
Can I book a Lightning Lane selection to the same attraction multiple times?
No. You may only use Lightning Lane Multi Pass to book an attraction one time each day. But you can always join the standby line to ride twice.
Can you use Lighting Lane Multi Pass with all the same experiences as Genie+?
No. Character meet & greets will no longer offer Lightning Lanes, nor will parades and other entertainment.
Rides Available for selection at each park:
Magic Kingdom:
Tier 1: Choose up to one experience from this tier:
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Jungle Cruise
Peter Pan’s Flight
Space Mountain
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Tier 2: Choose your other 2 experiences—or all 3—from this tier:
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
The Barnstormer
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Haunted Mansion
“it’s a small world”
Mad Tea Party
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Pirates of the Caribbean
Tomorrowland Speedway
Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
EPCOT:
Tier 1 Choose up to one experience from this tier:
Frozen Ever After
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
Soarin’ Around the World
Tier 2: Choose your other 2 experiences—or all 3—from this tier:
Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival
Journey into Imagination with Figment
Living with the Land
Mission: SPACE
The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Spaceship Earth
Turtle Talk with Crush
Hollywood Studios:
Tier 1: Choose up to one experience from this tier:
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Slinky Dog Dash
Tier 2: Choose your other 2 experiences—or all 3—from this tier:
Alien Swirling Saucers
Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
Disney Junior Play & Dance!
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
Muppet*Vision 3D
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Toy Story Mania!
Animal Kingdom:
Animal Kingdom only has one tier. Any three selections that are available may be scheduled from the following experiences:
DINOSAUR
Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain
Feathered Friends in Flight!
Festival of the Lion King
Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!
It’s Tough to Be a Bug!
Kali River Rapids
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Naʻvi River Journey
In addition to Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you can purchase up to 2 Lightning Lane Single Passes per day:
Magic Kingdom:
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
TRON Lightcycle Run
EPCOT:
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Hollywood Studios:
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Animal Kingdom:
Avatar Flight of Passage
Is it necessary to use the Lightning Lane Pass system?
Absolutely not. It is possible to tour the parks without purchasing a Lightning Lane Pass, almost every ride has a standby queue that can be used at no extra charge. The exceptions to this are TRON and Guardians of the Galaxy, which do not currently have a standard standby line, but do have a virtual queue. Depending on crowd levels, having LLMP can make it easier to fit in more rides. However, LLMP is not a requirement for having an enjoyable vacation! We do recommend using LLMP at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, especially if you are aiming experience more of the more popular attractions.
I am excited to use this new system on my upcoming trip!
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Hi, I am Chali, your Walt Disney World and Universal vacation specialist with Vincent Vacations. I am an out of state Annual Passholder who spends around two months a year on Disney property, and I love helping families plan magical vacations with the most up to date tips and savings. If you are looking for ways to make your next Walt Disney World vacation more affordable, this is an offer you will want to take a look at.
This new Disney Visa Cardmember room offer includes some of my family’s favorite Disney resorts at incredible prices. Part of this promotion even falls during EPCOT Festival of the Arts, my personal favorite festival of the year, which makes these early 2026 dates even more exciting.
Before we get into the details, it is important to know that this offer is valid for both Disney Visa credit and debit cardholders. As someone who personally has a Disney Visa myself, my family has found the card benefits to be genuinely worthwhile over the years. It is not something I promote, but I always like to mention that the perks have been helpful for us during our trips.
Disney Visa Cardmember 2026 Room Offer
Disney Visa Cardmembers can save big on rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels for stays of two consecutive nights or longer. The offer is valid for most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 4 through February 10 of 2026. To book, you will need a valid Disney Visa Card or Disney Rewards Redemption Card, and that same card will secure your room deposit.
Here is a breakdown of the current special pricing before tax:
• $99 per night at Disney’s All Star Sports Resort, Standard Room
• $199 per night at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Village, Standard Location
• $299 per night at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Cars Family Suite
• $399 per night at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Standard Savanna View
• $429 per night at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, 1 Bedroom Villa
• $449 per night at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Resort View
These prices are amazing on their own, but the value becomes even better when you look at options for larger families. A Cars Family Suite at Art of Animation for under 300 dollars per night is incredible for families who want extra space without paying deluxe pricing. The 1 Bedroom Villa at Saratoga Springs under 430 dollars a night is also a fantastic savings for families who want more room to spread out or who love the convenience of a kitchen and private bedroom.
This offer becomes even stronger for families with younger children, because it is combinable with Disney’s current Kids Free Dining Plan offer. Kids ages three to nine can receive a free dining plan when adults in the same room purchase a dining plan as part of their package. When you pair the already low room rates with complimentary dining for kids, it creates a huge overall savings for families who want a little more space to relax.
It is important to remember that the number of rooms available for this promotion is limited. Once they are gone, they are gone, so booking early is key.
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If you are looking for a meaningful Christmas gift this year, gifting a future Walt Disney World vacation is a beautiful way to create memories instead of adding more things to your home. A winter escape to warm Florida sunshine, the magic of Festival of the Arts, and stays at some of Disney’s most beloved resorts makes this offer perfect for surprising your family on Christmas morning.
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Hi, I’m Chali, a Travel Advisor with Vincent Vacations based in Oklahoma, and I specialize in Disney and Universal vacations for families who want to make the most of their time in the parks. I love sharing updates and tips that help make your vacation planning easier — and this latest one is something many Disney travelers have been waiting for!
One of Walt Disney World’s most beloved conveniences is making a comeback. The Airport Luggage Transfer Program is returning and expanding even further — now available round-trip for select guests.
Following a successful testing phase that began April 3rd, 2025 offering luggage service from your resort to MCO, the program will soon include all five Walt Disney World Value Resorts and offer luggage service TO your resort as well!:
✨ Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
✨ Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
✨ Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
✨ Disney’s Pop Century Resort
✨ Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Beginning November 18, 2025, eligible Southwest Airlines passengers can once again enjoy the convenience of skipping baggage claim and having their checked luggage delivered directly to their Disney Resort hotel — and back to the airport for their return flight.
Registration opens November 13, 2025, and guests can sign up online between 30 and 50 days before their Southwest flight.
At this time, the program remains in a testing phase, with luggage expected to arrive at your resort approximately four hours after flight arrival. The service is provided through a third-party luggage delivery partner and is currently available for domestic Southwest arrivals and departures at select Disney Resorts.
This convenient service can save you valuable time at the airport. Lines at the Southwest check-in area at MCO can get quite long, and having your luggage handled for you means less stress and more time to start your Disney vacation the moment you land!
This is such an exciting step toward bringing back the seamless vacation experience guests have always loved — and I cannot wait to see it expand to even more resorts in the future.
For detailed information about this service, visit the official Walt Disney World page here:
When you are ready to start planning your next Disney vacation, I would love to help you create a trip that is perfectly tailored for your family. From resort recommendations to park-day planning and everything in between, I’ll take care of the details so you can focus on the magic.
There’s something extra magical about the holidays at Walt Disney World—and for my family, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a tradition we never miss. We look forward to it every year, and honestly, walking down Main Street, U.S.A. with “snow” falling and Cinderella Castle glowing in holiday lights never gets old.
From festive ride overlays to exclusive character greetings and jaw-dropping entertainment, this event truly transforms Magic Kingdom into a winter wonderland. It’s one of only two events where you can meet Jack Skellington and Sally, and it’s the only place to catch Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade—complete with toy soldiers, gingerbread men, and Santa himself!
If you’re thinking about attending in 2025, here’s everything you need to know:
🎄 2025 Party Dates
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place on select nights from November 7 through December 21, 2025.
November:
7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 30
December:
2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21
🎟️ Guests with a party ticket can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00 PM, even though the party officially runs from 7:00 PM to midnight.
🎁 What’s Included with Your Ticket
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade – Toy soldiers, classic characters, and Santa himself
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks – Fireworks paired with castle projections and holiday music
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration – A high-energy stage show in front of Cinderella Castle
Frozen Holiday Surprise – Watch Elsa transform the castle into a frozen masterpiece
Dance Parties – Club Tinsel and Disney Junior Jingle Jam light up Tomorrowland
Character Greetings – Meet Mickey & Minnie in festive outfits, Anna & Elsa, Santa Claus, and Jack & Sally
Attractions with Holiday Overlays, including:
Jungle Cruise (becomes the Jingle Cruise)
Space Mountain – Holiday Run!
Mad Tea Party with festive lights
TRON Lightcycle / Run
Complimentary cookies & cocoa
Snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.
Exclusive holiday snacks and merchandise
💸 2025 Ticket Prices
Ticket prices vary by date and age. Children’s pricing applies to ages 3–9.
Date
Adult Price
Child Price
Nov 7
$199
$189
Nov 10
$169
$159
Nov 11
$169
$159
Nov 13
$179
$169
Nov 14
$189
$179
Nov 16
$179
$169
Nov 18
$179
$169
Nov 20
$179
$169
Nov 21
$189
$179
Nov 25
$199
$189
Nov 26
$199
$189
Nov 28
$209
$199
Nov 30
$199
$189
Dec 2
$199
$189
Dec 4
$199
$189
Dec 5
$209
$199
Dec 7
$209
$199
Dec 9
$209
$199
Dec 11
$209
$199
Dec 12
$219
$209
Dec 14
$219
$209
Dec 16
$219
$209
Dec 18
$219
$209
Dec 19
$229
$219
Dec 21
$229
$219
💡 Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can save on select party nights with special discounted pricing.
🗓️ When Can I Buy Tickets?
✅ Now Available – Tickets are currently on sale for Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests, including guests of the Swan, Dolphin, and Shades of Green.
🌐 July 22 – Tickets will go on sale for all other guests.
While most dates will not sell out immediately, I recommend booking early if you have your heart set on a specific night.
If you are ready to experience the magic of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party—or want help deciding which date works best for your family—I would love to help you plan a vacation full of holiday joy.
Reach out through my contact page or find me on social media @ChaliPlansMagic. Let’s make your holidays magical!