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  • On Feb 8, 2025
    Debbie from MB Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Are Magic Bands used at Disneyland and California Adventure?

    Hi Debbie,

    Thanks for visiting planDisney! I am happy to let you know that MagicBand+ are used at both Disneyland and California Adventure. Here at Disneyland and California Adventure, you can use your MagicBand+ for three main things:

    Park Entry: You can link your MagicBand+ to your ticket through the Disneyland app. I do this for both myself and my little one. She enjoys scanning herself into the park. I got her a new Little Mermaid band for her birthday (shhhh)!

    Lightning Lane: You can use your MagicBand+ to redeem your Lightning Lane reservations. There are scanners at the entrance of the Lightning Lane where you can either scan your park ticket or tap your MagicBand+. Personally this is why I love my MagicBand+ the most, because I don’t have to fiddle with my phone; everyone in my group can just scan themselves in quickly.

    PhotoPass: When you take a photo with any Disney PhotoPass photographer, you can easily scan your MagicBand+ to link the pictures to your account. I was at a park meet up and took a large group photo ( with at least 100 people) and it was great to just get our group photos really quick with a tap of my band. 

    I’ve seen many people get by without a MagicBand+ at Disneyland, so don’t feel pressured to buy one. If  you have traveled to Disney World, and have a MagicBand+, they are compatible with the California Parks. 

    Debbie, I hope this information is helpful. If you are a Star Wars fan, I hope you will be able to catch the Season of the Force at Disneyland (Starting March 28). This is where Star Wars takes center stage at Disneyland. There will be a new nightly projection show called “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga.” Be sure to check out Hyperspace Mountain in Tomorrowland. This is my favorite version of Space Mountain.

    Wishing you a magical trip!

    –Melinda
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Meet the Panelist: Melinda, California

Hello from sunny SoCal! I’m Melinda Grant, an educator and a lifelong Disney enthusiast. As a Southern California native, I grew up going to the parks with my family. My park days look a little different now that I am transitioning from being a “Childless Millennial” to a “Disney Mom.” You can find me with my toddler eating popcorn and singing loudly! I am looking forward to helping you plan a magical trip to my favorite place, Disneyland!   Learn More About Melinda

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