Big news for Disney lovers! Disneyland has announced price hikes on most daily tickets and annual passes as it gears up for the grand debut of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in November and an epic 70th-anniversary celebration in 2025. Despite these increases, the lowest ticket prices remain unchanged.
Starting October 9th, ticket prices for both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have risen by an average of 6%, with the cheapest Magic Key annual pass seeing a 20% increase. The highest-priced one-day, one-park ticket has now surpassed the $200 mark for the first time in the park’s illustrious 69-year history. To put things in perspective, back in 2014, that same ticket would have cost you just $96. The new top-tier prices hit $206 for one-day single park admission and $271 for a one-day parkhopper ticket.
Fans of multi-day adventures will also notice a bump in costs: two-day, one-park tickets now stand at $330, up from $310, while three-day tickets are priced at $415, up from $390. Annual pass holders aren’t spared either, with increases ranging from 6% for the Inspire pass to a hefty 20% for the Imagine pass available only to Southern California residents.
However, there’s still some good news! Disneyland has introduced a special promotional offer with kids’ tickets as low as $50 for a one-day, one-park visit, available from January 7 to March 20. Plus, for those looking to stay a bit longer, the park is offering hotel discounts. Meanwhile, parking remains steady at $35 per day.
These pricing strategies help manage attendance and ensure a more enjoyable experience for everyone, aiming to spread visits from peak periods to quieter times. Since switching to a demand-based pricing system in 2016, Disneyland continues to lead the industry, with competitors like Universal Studios Hollywood and SeaWorld San Diego likely to follow suit with their own price adjustments soon.
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Source: Brady MacDonald
