Hello Gary!
Welcome to planDisney! The new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system is still
brand new and everyone is still learning all about it. It's like a blend of all of the prior systems that Walt Disney World Resort had in place but with some differences. I can see why you came here for help!
I reached out to a Cast Member and my fellow planDisney panelists today to help you. The answer appears to be that
Annual Passholders who have a
theme park reservation can only book three days before that reservation day. If you wish to book for another day you will have to wait three days before that day. Don't forget that you will need a theme park reservation at this time or will have to wait for a
good-to-go day when theme park reservations are not needed. If you choose to stay at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel then you will gain the ability to book 7 days prior and for the entire period of your stay. Remember that you can purchase and start making Lightning Lane reservations at 7 am, no matter which day you are allowed to start booking. I know it will be a bunch of early mornings for you right before your trip but consider it training for rope dropping the Parks.
I also want to let you know that we are learning that Lightning Lane Multi Pass will not be offered during special events such as
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. However, you may find that it is not even needed due to lower wait times and the fact that cookie-eating may become your priority.
I hope that this was helpful and you have a great time!
Happy Planning!
- Nimmy