Hello, Shawn, and welcome to planDisney! I love that you're planning ahead for your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth! How exciting!
Sounds like you're interested in taking advantage of the
Canada Resident Ticket offer, which is very smart, Shawn, as it's an incredible value! This special 3-, 4- or 5-day ticket is running from May 16 through December 31, 2025, and available for Canada residents only. Valid proof of Canadian residency, including government-issued photo ID, is required for purchase and admission. Be aware that Canadian residency will be validated for each adult Guest in the party prior to theme park admission.
You will need to make your theme park reservations for all park days at the time of purchase, Shawn, and current park availability only goes 180 days out, as you mentioned. So, if you are interested in visiting Disneyland Resort in December with the Canada Resident ticket, you have two options: One, wait to purchase the Canada Resident ticket when your desired dates become available, or, two, purchase now by selecting random dates and then modify your park reservation dates once December becomes available. Both of these options are a little risky as we don't know how long the Canada Resident ticket will be offered, and there is no guarantee of park availability in December for the dates you are hoping for.
Though I can't make this decision for you, Shawn, I can tell you, you are able to
modify park reservation dates after purchase as long as availability and validity allows you to do so. I did confirm this with a Cast Member! So, I'll be wishing upon a star that your dream of visiting Disneyland in December will come true!
I hope this information has been helpful for you, Shawn, and you'll be immersed in the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth very soon. If you have any additional questions that come up in your planning, please don't hesitate to stop by again and
ask me another question. Chatting about Disneyland is my most favorite thing.
Warmest wishes,
McCayla