Hi Kathy!
Welcome to planDisney! How exciting that you will finally get to activate and use your
Walt Disney World Annual Pass! I know the last year has been challenging for so many of us and it feels wonderful to begin traveling again.
As an Annual Passholder myself, I have gone through the activation process many times. It is pretty simple, but I do recommend you leave yourself extra time as it can take a few minutes to process.
Before you visit a theme park for the first time, head to
Guest Relations either outside one of the theme parks, water parks, or at Disney Springs. You’ll need to provide your ticket information in the form of a Magic Band, confirmation number, or linked Annual Pass in your My Disney Experience Mobile App, and a government-issued photo ID. The Cast Member will activate your Annual Pass and issue you your Annual Passholder Card to use for discounts and special perks.
Then it’s time to head into the theme parks for a year’s worth of magic! Remember to always ask when dining or purchasing merchandise if there is an
Annual Passholder discount available, and I recommend checking out the
Passholder Program Page to get an overview of all the magic that’s included in your Annual Pass!
I hope this helps with your planning, Kathy. Please let me know what additional questions you may have before your visit, we are here to help!
-Kate