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  • On Mar 13, 2026
    Bryan from NJ Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Do you offer any discounts for government employees or temporary discounts due to the government shutdown when buying theme park tickets?

    Hiya, Bryan, and welcome to planDisney!

    Planning a visit to Walt Disney World is so exciting, isn't it? From choosing where to stay to deciding what to eat, planning certainly has a way of amping up the anticipation! Of course, the most important part of planning is also the most boring - and by that I mean setting the budget!

    Bryan, I'm no stranger to stretching the budget in Disney World, which is why my first stop when I start planning is always the Disney World Special Offers page. There's nothing I love more than Disney magic...unless it's saving a buck like Scrooge McDuck!

    Unfortunately, there are currently no special offers that are specifically for government employees. However, you may be eligible for other special offers and discounts, like this ticket offer for certain Disney+ subscribers or the current 4-day, 4-park Magic Ticket offer (good for arrivals between May 26 and September 26, 2026).

    If you're staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel, there are even more promotions that can help you save some cash! If you're traveling with Mouseketeers ages 3 to 9, the Free Dining Plan for Kids in 2026 promotion gives them a free dining plan when you purchase a Disney World vacation package that includes an adult Disney Dining Plan. Meanwhile, the Free Disney Dining Plan offer gives kids and adults a free Disney Dining Plan when you purchase a room-and-ticket package. This promotion is valid only for arrivals on select nights and must be booked by April 30, 2026!

    Finally, this last offer is a great one if you're looking to stretch the budget this summer. With the Free Water Park Benefit in 2026 promotion, guests of Disney resorts receive free water park admission on check-in day (valid for arrivals between May 26 and September 8, 2026)! This is a fantastic bonus that gives you more park time at no additional cost.

    I hope this information is helpful, Bryan. From one New Jerseyan to another, I hope your Disney vacation is full of magic and pixie dust! If you have any other planning questions, you know where to find me right here at planDisney!

    Magic awaits, 

    Allison
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Meet the Panelist: Allison, New Jersey

Hello, I'm Allison. I'm a wife, mom, and writer with a lifelong love of Disney magic! Like Belle, I’m a book-loving dreamer who’s always ready for the next adventure...especially if it involves castles, pixie dust, and Mickey-shaped treats! To me, every Walt Disney World vacation is a story waiting to be told, and I can’t wait to help you write your most magical chapter yet! Learn More About Allison

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