Hey there, Tyler! It's always great to connect with a fellow Magic Key holder here at planDisney! Consider this perfect timing—I just so happened to use my pass to unlock the magic of the parks this past weekend and purchased Lightning Lane Multi Pass myself, so the pixie dust is still fresh!
Let's dive into your question about adding that Lightning Lane magic ahead of time. While Magic Key holders enjoy so many
wonderful perks, pre-purchasing
Lightning Lane Multi Pass isn't currently one of them. The ability to add this upgrade appears only after you've scanned your pass and entered the park for the day. While this isn’t the news you were hoping for, I’m happy to share that purchasing Lightning Lane Multi Pass via the
Disneyland mobile app once you're inside the park is a quick and easy process—you won’t miss a beat!
As soon as your Magic Key pass is scanned and you're officially inside the park, simply open the Disneyland app. You should see a prompt on the home screen inviting you to purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass. If it's playing hide-and-seek, no worries! Just tap the menu button (the three-lined icon at the bottom right), select “Lightning Lane Passes”, and follow the prompts to make your purchase.
Once that’s all set, you can make your first attraction selection right away! Head to “Today's Plans” (via that same menu icon), then tap the “Tip Board” tab at the top. Here's where you'll see which attractions offer Lightning Lane access and their current return windows. Pro tip: For those super popular, can't-miss attractions like
Indiana Jones Adventure or
Space Mountain, try to snag those return times early in the day. Availability can disappear faster than the Cheshire Cat! My niece and I found that out the hard way this past weekend with
Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!—we waited until afternoon, and the next available time was quite late. Lesson learned!
Now, here’s how you keep the Lightning Lane magic flowing: You can make a new selection either two hours after booking your last one, or as soon as you redeem your current selection by scanning into the attraction's Lightning Lane queue—whichever comes first! And here's a favorite tip of mine: You can make your next selection right in the Disneyland app while you're waiting in line for your current ride. No need to wait until you exit; you can already be plotting your next dash past the standby line!
Finally, Tyler, let's talk about a couple of fantastic perks you can look forward to. Magic Key holders receive a discount on Lightning Lane Multi Pass—a little extra magic for our keys is always welcome, right? Purchasing Multi Pass also unlocks access to
Disney PhotoPass Lenses right within the Disneyland app! These are fun augmented reality filters that add whimsical effects, character cameos, and themed overlays to your photos and videos. They're a fantastic way to capture even more unique and playful memories of your Disney day!
There you have it, Tyler—the scoop on purchasing Lightning Lane Multi Pass with your Magic Key! Wishing you an absolutely fantastic time at the Happiest Place on Earth, and remember we're always here at planDisney if any more questions pop up!
Cody