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Disneyland is reopening to California residents on April 30th along with the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa! Guests will need to book an advance reservation using the new Disneyland reservation system. The parks will look a bit different when things first open with new preventative health policies in place, including limited capacity, in order to make it a safe experience for guests and cast members.

The question now that everyone is asking is: how do I get a reservation for Disneyland? Our guide will help you navigate the new reservation system so you can ensure you get a spot at Disneyland’s opening under the new limited capacity guidelines.

Disneyland’s New Reservation SystemDisneyland is reopening on April 30th, the parks will use an advance reservation system for guests to secure their spots. A Disneyland reservation and Disneyland ticket will be required for all guests over the age of 3 years old.

Disney also reconfirmed that until further notice, due to state guidelines, only California residents will be able to visit the theme parks and in groups no larger than 3 households, in line with current state guidelines. Proof of residency will be required.

Existing ticket holders (ticket expiration dates have been extended on most ticket types)

will get the first chance to reserve a theme park reservation. The theme park reservations for select dates will be available on a rolling basis so we anticipate you should be able to secure you day if you’re visiting far enough in advance.

• April 9: Existing ticket holders can begin to check the reservation system for availability for your ticket type at Disneyland.com/ParksUpdates.
• April 12: Disneyland will launch the theme park reservation system “no earlier than 8 a.m. PT on April 12” and guests who already hold Disneyland theme park tickets can begin making Disneyland theme park reservations
• April 15: Guests who do not already hold a Disneyland theme park ticket can purchase a ticket and make reservations “no earlier than 8 a.m. PT on April 15”
• April 22: Disneyland will begin to open reservation options for Disneyland dining

Frequently Asked Questions About Reservations

Do Disneyland Resort Hotel guests have to get ticket reservations?

Yes, guests staying at a Disneyland hotel are required to also secure ticket reservations- a stay at a Disney hotel does not guarantee a theme park reservation.

Will park hopping be available when Disneyland reopens?

Yes! Guests with park hopper tickets will get to pick where they want to start their day and then after 1PM they can visit the other park.

Will multi-day ticket holders have to make multiple reservations?

Yes, multi-day ticket holders will make a reservation for each day of their visit.

How long will Disneyland be open when the parks reopen?

Upon reopening, Disneyland will be open from 9AM-7PM. As time goes on, these hours could be extended but for now these will be the initial daily operating hours.

What kind of face covering will I need to wear?

Disney has a strict policy regarding face coverings to help guests be informed on what type of face covering is allowed in the parks. As a reminder, guests aged 2 years of age and older must wear a face covering at all times (including water rides) except when dining.

• All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) must:
  • Be made with at least two layers of breathable material
  • Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin
  • Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
  • Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the guest to remain hands-free
• Unacceptable styles:
  • At this time, based on guidance from health authorities, neck gaiters and open-chin triangle bandannas are not acceptable face coverings nor face coverings containing vales, mesh, or holes of any kind.
  • Costume masks are also not considered appropriate and are prohibited from being worn, in alignment with Disney’s existing rules.

• Until further notice, only California residents may visit the parks and party size is limited to no more than 3 households, in line with current state guidelines. Proof of residency required
• Theme park reservations are limited and subject to availability; reservations are not guaranteed until a reservation is finalized.
• Guests with Park Hopper tickets may visit the other park after 1 PM. Learn more about Park Hopper tickets.
• A park reservation must be made for each day of entry. If you have a multi-day ticket, you will be required to make a park reservation for each date of your visit.
• Limit one theme park reservation per Guest, per day.
• Theme park reservations cannot be modified, but can be cancelled by visiting My Theme Park Reservations. If you’d like to cancel an existing reservation and book a new one, please first check on the availability of reservations for your new desired date and/or park.
• We highly recommend that you make your theme park reservation as soon as you complete your ticket purchase, as availability can change until the reservation is finalized.
• To accommodate as many types of ticket holders as possible, park reservations for select dates may be made available on a rolling basis.

How to Make a Disneyland Reservation

Here’s all the steps you need to take to make your Disneyland theme park reservation:

Step One

Purchase your Disneyland tickets and sign in to your existing Disney account—or create a new one.

If you have a vacation package through the Walt Disney Travel Company then you will need to retrieve your resort hotel reservation via My Hotel Reservations and link it to your Disney account before making your theme park reservation.

Step Two

Link your tickets to your Disney account- you’ll need to enter a valid theme park ticket number for each person in your party to link their tickets to your account and enter the names for each ticket holder. Once you’ve done that, select the ticket you’d like to make the reservation for.

Step Three

Now you can begin making your reservation! Select your date and theme park you want to visit from the available choices.

Guests with Park Hopper tickets for either park on that date may choose which theme park they wish to start their day—they may visit the other park on the same day after 1:00 PM.

If you have a multi-day ticket, repeat the process to make reservations for each day of your ticket.

Step Four

Once you’ve finished making your selections, review and confirm your theme park reservation. You will be prompted to agree to the Terms & Conditions, including the COVID-19 liability waiver before completing your reservation.

Disney will send you an email confirmation of your reservation along with a QR code. Disneyland will use this QR code and the ticket to confirm your reservation upon arrival.

Walt Disney World Park Pass Reservation System

Walt Disney World has been successfully using a theme park reservation system, called Park Pass, since their reopening in July 2020. Currently this system allows guests to book reservations through Spring 2022 which gives you an indication these theme park reservation systems might be here to stay. While both Walt Disney World and Disneyland are vastly different, it does help to look at how Walt Disney World’s reservation system works to give us an idea of how Disneyland’s policies may look like moving forward.

Here are the most important takeaways:

• Disney World on-site resort guests get first priority at reservations, followed by Annual Passholders, and regular ticketholders.
• Disney World is constantly adjusting their ‘buckets’ for ticket types to create more flexibility and availability for guests in their reservation system.
• Guests use their Disney account to make their reservations with a valid theme park ticket linked in order to secure a Park Pass reservation.

Again, it’s important to keep in mind that Disney World and Disneyland are very different so we might not see the same policies implemented at Disneyland but it’s likely the systems will be similar. You can read more about Walt Disney World’s reservation system in our guide.

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