Winnie the Pooh Topiary at Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
  • On Mar 13, 2026
    Rana from MI Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi there! I have been reading rumors that the Disney+ gift cards can now be used as regular Disney gift cards to purchase food and merch in the parks and to pay for park tickets. Apparently, this rule just changed several days ago. Is this accurate?

    Howdy Rana

    Welcome to planDisney. We absolutely love using Disney Gift Cards during our vacations to Walt Disney World. We like to give them to our kids so they can purchase their own souvenirs. The great thing about the gift cards is that we can add a preset amount to each one, which gives them some accountability for how much they get to spend. 

    I’m happy to share that, according to the Info & FAQ page on the Disney Gift Card website, a Disney+ Gift Card functions like a Disney Gift Card. This means you can now use these cards at locations such as Walt Disney World Resorts, Disneyland Resorts, Disney Cruise Line, and the Disney Store, as well as other locations listed on the Info & FAQ page. 

    Now that you have your gift cards, let me tell you about one of my favorite festivals to use them at, the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.  This festival is really special because all of Epcot is decorated with the most amazing gardens and character topiaries.  Our family loves to stroll through the park and take pictures with all of the characters.  There are also lots of festival-exclusive dining options at the kiosks that I know you will love. You can also do a fun scavenger hunt, following Spike the Bee on his pollination trail. Spikes Pollen-Nation Exploration will be sure to keep the whole family busy as a bee.  

    Rana, I hope that you and your family have a magical time using your Disney+ Gift Cards while visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth. Please buzz back by if you have any further questions, and we’ll be happy to help.

    See ya real soon,
    Robert
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Meet the Panelist: Robert, Texas

Howdy from Texas! I'm Robert, a husband and Dad of two Mouseketeers.  When I'm not practicing martial arts, I love spending time with my family and, of course, vacationing at the Happiest Place on Earth.  I'm excited to help you by sharing my unique insights and tips to make your trip a magical one! Learn More About Robert

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