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  • On Nov 17, 2025
    Tamara from TN Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I am trying to find out more info on the 499 military ticket, who is eligible, how it works, how to plan trip packages with it and such.

    Well, Ali Baba had them forty thieves. Scheherezad-ie had a thousand tales. But Tamara, you’re in luck ‘cause up your sleeves you got a brand of magic never fails. You got some power in your corner now, some heavy ammunition in your camp. You got some punch, pizzazz, yahoo and how? See all you gotta do is ask planDisney. Consider me your Genie, bring a question, and *poof* – I offer an answer! 

    I’m so excited about the new Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket! This ticket gives you entry to the theme parks from January 1, 2026, through December 18, 2026, with advanced theme park reservations. This ticket does have the following block out dates, where you will not be able to visit the theme parks using this ticket type: 

    • March 29 through April 11, 2026
    • November 22 through November 28, 2026

    Outside of these dates, you can enjoy nearly an entire year of magic at the Walt Disney World theme parks. The $499 plus tax Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket is a Park Hopper ticket, so you can visit multiple parks in one day! It is such a great value, and I can’t wait to purchase one for myself and begin a magical year in 2026 with several visits to Walt Disney World! 

    The Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket is available for purchase by active or retired members of the U.S. Military. This includes the National Guard, Reservists, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Space Force, the Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Commissioned Corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Spouses of Eligible Military Service Members also qualify if they can present a valid and active U.S. Military identification. 

    If you are eligible to purchase the Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket, you will need to make a theme park reservation for the dates you plan to visit. You will need to activate your ticket at a theme park ticket window before the first use. The Eligible Service Member or spouse must be present and present valid identification to activate military salute tickets. Check out the savings on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for Eligible Service Members to create a vacation package with your military salute ticket. 

    You ain’t never had a friend like planDisney, Tamara! I hope you enjoy a year of magic at Walt Disney World with a Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket. If you have more questions, bring them here! We are always ready to help our Pals experience a whole new world of magic with a Disney vacation. 

    Angie 
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Meet the Panelist: Angie, Florida

Hi! I'm Angie, a Yoga and Pilates Instructor from The Sunshine State! I am happy to share my love and passion for travel and Disney vacation planning. My family has been enjoying our Vacation Club Membership since 2012 and discovered a whole new world, taking incredible vacations to Walt Disney World, cruises on Disney Cruise Line, and even a trip to Disneyland Paris. I would love to help you experience a magical Disney vacation! Learn More About Angie

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