Hey there, Jacob, and welcome to planDisney! Sounds like you’re planning a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth! You asked a fantastic question about Lightning Lane passes—they truly are an excellent way to spend less time waiting and more time soaking up the joy and adventure on your favorite attractions!
Let's zoom in on your options to help you maximize your day! At the Disneyland Resort, you'll find two types of Lightning Lane experiences. First, there's the
Lightning Lane Multi Pass. It allows you to make one Lightning Lane selection at a time for a variety of beloved attractions across both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park throughout the day. Then, for some of the most sought-after adventures, like
Radiator Springs Racers or
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, you can opt for a
Lightning Lane Single Pass. This is purchased separately from the Multi Pass and allows you to book an individual Lightning Lane entry for either of these high-demand attractions.
Now, how do you get your hands on these magical passes, you ask? Both the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass options can be purchased on the day of your park visit (subject to availability), right after you’ve scanned your ticket and stepped into the park for the first time that day. These passes are popular, and availability can change faster than a spin on the
Mad Tea Party, so purchasing them earlier in the day is always a good strategy.
To make your purchase once you're inside the park, you'll want to use the
Disneyland mobile app. Just tap the menu button (three-lined icon at the bottom right of the screen) and select "Lightning Lane Passes". From there, the app will guide you through the steps, allowing you to choose the valid park tickets to which you'd like to add these magical time-savers.
You might also be able to snag the Lightning Lane Multi Pass before your visit! Sometimes, depending on the type of ticket you've purchased, you can add it by heading over to the
ticket modifications page. It's worth a peek to see if that option is available for you!
Here's a pro tip on making the most of your Multi Pass. After you make your first Lightning Lane selection, you can book your next one as soon as you've scanned into your current attraction's Lightning Lane entrance, or after two hours have passed since you booked it, whichever comes first. Here's the really cool part: if you're physically in the queue and redeem your Multi Pass for that attraction, you can immediately hop back into the app and book your next one right then and there! No need to wait until you’ve zoomed through
Space Mountain—you can be a planning superstar even while waiting for your adventure to begin!
I hope this helps you feel ready to conquer those queues with Lightning Lane passes, Jacob! If more questions pop up, please don't hesitate to visit us again here at planDisney!
Wishing you a day filled with maximum adventure and minimal waiting!
Cody