Greetings, Marie, and welcome to planDisney! It's great that you're interested in getting a MagicBand+. It adds an extra level of convenience (and fun) to Disneyland Resort trips!
Marie, the cost of a
MagicBand+ can vary. At Disneyland Resort parks, the price currently starts at $34.99, with some specialty and limited-edition bands costing more. Please note that prices are subject to change. You can browse the selection on the
Disney Store website to get a sense of what you like. You may also find additional designs exclusive to the Disneyland Resort inside the parks.
You can easily
pair your MagicBand+ with the
Disneyland mobile app. Once you do, you'll be able to use it to scan into the parks, access Lightning Lane entrances, and link PhotoPass photos to your account. You may also notice special colors and pulses during certain nighttime spectaculars. Don't miss the
special quest in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge!
As part of the 70th Anniversary Celebration, there are
MagicBand+ interactions around Disneyland. These stations feature fun experiences that you can unlock, and a few even provide printed tickets that are perfect for a scrapbook.
Another fun activity that my kids and I enjoyed recently is the
Key to Disneyland, which can be purchased at retail locations throughout the Resort (subject to availability). There are nine different stations where you'd insert the key to unlock interactive features, such as music and bubbles. At the final station, the key will reveal a special trading pin. New gold pins were introduced earlier this month, so it's a real surprise as to what you'll get.
Marie, I hope you have a fantastic time at the Disneyland Resort. If you have any other questions, please let us know – we're always happy to help here at planDisney!
Your pal,
Kriss