Howdy, Paula! Thanks so much for stopping by planDisney for help with your MagicBand.
Currently,
MagicBand+ requires charging due to its extra magic and pixie dust! These enhanced bands light up and/or vibrate when tapped at theme park entrances and theatre shows, such as
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration at
Disney's Hollywood Studios and
Festival of the Lion King at
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. They also light up during fireworks displays and near the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection sculptures throughout Walt Disney World Resort.
On the other hand, the original MagicBand does not require charging, as it lacks the interactive features of MagicBand+. These classic bands still allow for theme park entry,
Lightning Lane access, room entry, and payments, just without the added interactivity.
If you find that you would like to upgrade your classic MagicBand to a MagicBand+, you can find a variety of themes throughout the theme parks, resorts and
Disney Springs.
Please stop by and see us again soon, Paula, if you need help with MagicBand or even Advanced Dining Reservations!
Toodles,
Korliss