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  • Mar 22, 2026
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    Hey! We are a family of 7 coming to Disney! We start our vacation my child is 2 years old. Our first day at Disney he is 3 years old. Do I need to purchase a ticket for the 3 year old? The website states he’s 2 when vacation starts.

    Hey there,

    Welcome to planDisney and thank you so much for your question! I'm thrilled to hear you're planning a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth for you and your family. 

    To enter one of the theme parks of the Disneyland Resort, each Guest 3 and older does need their own theme park ticket and a theme park reservation for each day they plan to visit - even if turning 3 on a day during a trip. Guests that are 2 and under are able to enter the parks for free with an accompanying adult.

    With a family of 7, I can certainly understand that tickets can add up! Therefore, if you haven't already, I'd recommend checking out the Kids' Summer Ticket Offer to see if it might apply for your situation. This is a really great discount and I love that it comes with the Park Hopper option.

    Additionally, I also highly recommend stopping by the Baby Care Centers during your trip. There is one located in each park and they're a great place to beat the heat for a quick snack break, potty break, or diaper change. They have high chairs, changing tables, toddler-sized toilets, and vending machines stocked with purchasable items of just about anything you might need when visiting the parks with a little one.

    Lastly, make sure to add the brand new "Bluey's Best Day Ever!" show to your to do list during your trip! It just started a few days ago so I haven't had a chance to see it yet, but my other planDisney pals who have seen it said it's incredible.

    Thanks again for stopping by! I hope you have a wonderful visit to the Disneyland Resort.

    Have a Magical Day, 
    Greg
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Meet the Panelist: Greg, Arizona

Hello there! Greg here from sunny Arizona. I'm a husband, dad to two young kiddos, and an avid fan of all things Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars. I've been visiting the Disneyland Resort since I was 5 and have loved making all new magical memories as a family of 4. I enjoy helping friends get the most out of their trip to the Disneyland Resort, and I am excited to help you plan your most magical vacation ever! Learn More About Greg

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