Riders on TRON at Night; magic kingdom
  • On Mar 18, 2026
    Lindsey from IL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hello, I have a split stay on property. I have some park tickets tied to the first reservation and some park tickets tied to the second reservation. Can I book the Lightning Lane for my second reservation 7 days before my first reservation check-in day?

    Hi Lindsey!

    Welcome to planDisney! It sounds like your Lightning Lane booking window is about to open up, so let’s get straight to the answer!

    As long as both resorts you’re staying at are Disney World resorts (or select good neighbor hotels) and the reservations are consecutive, you should be able to book all of your Lightning Lanes for your trip at once, pending availability. So, plan for your Lightning Lane booking window to open at 7 AM Eastern, 7 days prior to your first resort check-in date.  

    I recommend being on your My Disney Experience app as soon as that booking window opens to give yourself the best chance at getting the Lightning Lanes you’re hoping for. Each park day will be a separate booking process and transaction. So, I’ve found that booking the Lightning Lanes toward the end of my trip first, then working my way backward, gives me a better chance at snagging some of those harder-to-get Lightning Lanes. 

    The only time I veer from that strategy is if there’s a very high-priority attraction during one of my earlier park days. Then, I’ll complete that day first before moving to the strategy of booking the park days at the end of my trip. 

    If there’s no availability for a Lightning Lane you had your heart set when your booking window opens, remember that you can always try to modify your Lightning Lanes leading up to your trip and even on your park day. While it’s not guaranteed, it’s worth checking here and there to see if anything pops up. 

    I hope that helps! Have the BEST trip! We’ll see you real soon!

    Jenn J. 

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Meet the Panelist: Jenn, Ohio

Hello from Ohio! I’m Jenn–a physical therapist, wife, and mom of 3 boys…who look just like Huey, Dewey, and Louie if you squint! I grew up visiting “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” and now I consider Walt Disney World my home away from home. I have a healthy mix of Joy and Nostalgia when I’m at the Disney Parks, and I’m so excited to help you make lifelong memories on your next Disney vacation. Learn More About Jenn

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