Hey Julie!
Welcome to planDisney! I am so thrilled to hear that you have a trip to Walt Disney World coming up so soon. You will be immersed in shimmering EARidescent magic in no time. Right now all four theme parks are a part of
The World's Most Magical Celebration. This 50th-anniversary event has brought many new and exciting things to the parks. And MagicBand+ will be debuting as part of the 2022 celebration.
Julie, I am also eagerly waiting for an official release date for
MagicBand+. The new advanced features look truly spectacular. I am particularly excited to try the bounty hunting feature that allows you to virtually track bounties in
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. There is so much to look forward to with the release of the new bands. It does look as if we will be waiting just a little while longer for the launch. I recommend keeping an eye on the
Disney Parks Blog for the official announcement about the release date.
So, let's talk about
MagicBand options that are available right now. I am sorry to hear that the online selection has been limited. The inventory does change often, so be sure to check back regularly if you would like to order a MagicBand before your upcoming travels. There are some important dates to keep in mind when pre-ordering before a trip. You will need to place your order at least 11 days before arrival to receive your bands before heading to The Most Magical Place on Earth. Because shipping times can vary, I would order at least two weeks out. If you are staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Collection Hotel, orders placed 11-6 days before arrival will be sent directly to your hotel. You can pick these up at the front desk.
I understand how important the right MagicBand can be! Whether a band adorned in Mickey Pretzels or glittering castles is the one, you wear these magical accessories throughout your entire vacation. You should absolutely love it! Online inventory can be limited, and sometimes the perfect band can't be found before your departure. There is the option of purchasing a band after arrival. You can find a huge variety of MagicBands at all four theme parks, in Disney Springs, and at most Disney Resort hotels. Once you have secured the MagicBand with your favorite must-have design, you can easily activate the band through
My Disney Experience or with a Cast Member. After linking your band it will work immediately.
I hope that this information helps you make the right selection!
We'll see ya real soon!
Tammy