Hi there, Rebecca! It’s my pleasure to welcome you to planDisney!
What a wonderful question you’ve brought us—there’s so much magic wrapped up in the Disneyland Resort Magic Key program, and the Inspire Key is the sparkliest tier of them all! Disney and surprises go hand in hand—you never quite know when a bit of magic will appear, whether it’s an unexpected
character sighting on
Main Street, U.S.A., or the moment a new batch of
Magic Key annual passes becomes available. While we don’t know an exact date for when
Inspire Key sales will open again, I can share a few tried-and-true tips to help you be ready the moment pixie dust starts flying.
Your first stop should be the
Magic Key page on the Disneyland website. This is where the most up-to-date information will always appear. When new sales are paused, you’ll see the page mention that keys are available for renewal only—but as soon as sales reopen, that same page will light up with purchase options. Since availability can change quickly, I recommend bookmarking it and checking periodically, especially if you start seeing buzz online about sales reopening.
Another fantastic place to stay in the know is the official
Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account (@disneylandmagickey). In recent years, this has been one of the very first places to announce that Magic Key sales are about to resume. Sometimes they post a few days in advance, giving Guests time to prepare—I believe it’s your best source for timely updates. Turning on post notifications for that account is a smart move—you’ll be among the first to know when it’s time to jump into the queue!
When that day comes, it’s a good idea to sign in early to your
MyDisney account on the Magic Key page and have your information ready. Sales often use a virtual queue system, and demand can be high, so being logged in early gives you the best chance to secure your spot. If you’re a California resident planning to take advantage of the monthly payment option, make sure your residency information is up to date in your Disney account before joining the queue. You’ll also want to review the
Magic Key calendar in advance, so you can be sure the Inspire Key’s available dates align with your favorite seasons and events at the Disneyland Resort.
Between sales windows, don’t worry—this ebb and flow of availability is completely normal for the Magic Key program. Renewals often remain open for existing Key holders, even when new sales are paused. So if you miss out next time, there’s a good chance another opportunity will come along later in the year.
I’m sending a sprinkle of pixie dust your way, Rebecca! Here’s hoping your timing aligns perfectly, and that you’ll soon be unlocking a whole year of magic, memories, and Main Street mornings with your Inspire Key at The Happiest Place on Earth!
Cody