Hiya, Frank! Welcome to planDisney! I'm so excited to help you get ready for your upcoming visit, especially since it involves such a fun topic: MagicBand+! They're an awesome way to add a little extra magic and convenience to your trip!
That's a great question about your MagicBand. I can definitely see why you'd want to use it again! Unfortunately, the MagicBands from 2017 aren't compatible with the Disneyland Resort. The older models, like yours, have a battery that isn't replaceable, so it sounds like it's simply retired from its magical duties.
However, since your wife's MagicBand is rechargeable, it sounds like she might have the newer version (called the
MagicBand+) which is compatible with the Disneyland Resort! If she pairs it with her
Disneyland mobile app, she should be able to use it around the resort to enter the parks, tap into queues with optional
Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and even interact with some of the nighttime
entertainment.
If you’re thinking of purchasing a new MagicBand+ for yourself, Frank, I have some good news: It’s super easy, and there are several places to find them! If you'd like to have one before you arrive, you can order one online from the
Disney Store. Or, if you prefer to wait, you can buy one at many locations throughout the Disneyland Resort, like the
Emporium in Disneyland Park. Once you have your new MagicBand+ in hand, you'll be able to pair it with your
MyDisney account through the Disneyland mobile app.
And here's a fun pro tip for you and your wife, Frank! If your visit is during the
Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, you can participate in a
special interactive offering! With your MagicBand+, you can embark on a quest to discover special surprises inspired by some of the park's opening-day attractions. Simply tap your MagicBand+ at special touchpoints in five different locations throughout Disneyland Park to unlock unique interactions, sound effects, and even printed souvenirs! You can find a map with the locations in your Disneyland app. It's a great way to commemorate the resort's 70th Celebration!
I hope this helps you get ready for a magical visit to the Happiest Place on Earth, Frank! If you have any other questions as you continue planning, please feel free to stop by and visit us at any time.
See ya real soon!
Cody