Do I have to buy Magic Bands before I check in? I’m surprising my kids with a trip to Disney World, but they won’t know until the night before we arrive at the resort. I want to let them pick Magic Bands at Disney Springs, is this something we can do?

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Welcome to planDisney, Nicole!

I am so happy to hear you will be surprising your kids with the gift of magic! Get ready to make memories you will cherish forever during your Walt Disney World Resort vacation!

Guests staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel can purchase MagicBands at special pre-arrival prices, but that is not mandatory. You are welcome to buy MagicBands upon arrival at several merchandise locations throughout the Walt Disney World Resort, and I really like the idea of visiting Disney Springs to do that! I highly recommend stopping by World of Disney store and Disney's Pin Traders to check their selections. I am sure your kids will find the perfect MagicBand to remind them of this special family vacation.

planDisney tip: If other Guests in your party do not wish to use a MagicBand, please stop by Front Desk at your Disney Resort hotel to pick up a Key to the World card or use Disney MagicMobile service.

I hope this information is helpful, Nicole! Come back to visit us if you have additional questions and be sure to check our Panel Extras for more tips and advice!

Best magical wishes,
Thiana

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