Hi there, Terri!
Welcome to
planDisney, and thanks so much for sending us your question. I hope you’re getting excited for all the magic that awaits you in
Disneyland Park and
Disney California Adventure Park!
It sounds like you already know that to use your
theme park tickets, you need to make a
theme park reservation in advance. First, make sure that the tickets you purchased are linked to your Disney account on
Disneyland.com or the
Disneyland mobile app. Personally, I think using the app is the easiest way to link tickets and make reservations. Either way, I suggest downloading it if you haven’t already because it’s a very valuable tool to have when you’re exploring the theme parks! Open the app and tap the icon that looks like three horizontal lines to reach the main menu. Tap "Tickets and Passes" and then the “+” symbol. Tap “Link Tickets & Passes'' and you’ll be able to scan the barcode for each ticket with your smartphone’s camera or type in the ticket ID numbers by hand.
After your tickets are linked to your account, select “Ticket and Reservation Details” and then “Make Park Reservations” to choose an available date and confirm your plans! Please remember that available reservation days may depend on the type of tickets you purchased. If you have any issues making a theme park reservation for your desired dates, you’re welcome to call (714) 520-6222 to get help from a Cast Member.
I hope this information is helpful, and that your upcoming
Disneyland Resort vacation is a dream come true, Terri! Please send along any other questions you have before your adventure begins. We’d love to help you plan!
Wishing you magic,
Courtney