Hi Catherine!
Welcome to planDisney! From mouse ears to park bags, I'm a big fan of all types of Disney accessories, but especially those that enhance my stay. While Guests do not need to purchase a
MagicBand+ to enjoy their visit to Walt Disney World Resort, I find that it makes managing my days in the parks and at my resort as easy as saying "bibbidi-bobbidi-boo!"
With your MagicBand+, Catherine, you'll be able to access your
theme park tickets and
Lightning Lane passes with just a tap of your wrist. If you're staying at a
hotel in the Disney Resorts Collection, you can use your MagicBand+ to charge purchases to your room and
unlock your room door. You may even notice your MagicBand+ come to life with haptics and lights during select entertainment offerings in the theme parks. Plus, with so many fun designs, they're fun to collect, too. To paraphrase my favorite Happy Haunts over at
Haunted Mansion, I always seem to have room for one more!
You can purchase your MagicBand+ before your arrival or once you're on property - the choice is yours! You'll find a selection of MagicBand+ options available on your
My Disney Experience that you can purchase at a pre-arrival discount if you have an upcoming reservation at a Disney hotel. Any MagicBands purchased at least 11 days before your check-in date will be shipped to your home, while those purchased 6-10 days before your arrival will be available for pick-up once you arrive at your resort. If you'd like to browse this selection and take advantage of that pre-arrival discount, you must make your purchase at least 6 days before you arrive. You can also find a selection of MagicBands available from the
Disney Store online. Once you arrive at Walt Disney World, you can find MagicBands located in most shops, including those inside resort hotels.
Catherine, I hope this information has been helpful and that you enjoy a magical visit to Walt Disney World Resort! You've got a friend in me here at planDisney, so please stop by again if you have any other questions!
To Infinity and Beyond!
Kristi