Disney MagicBand+ (Everything You Need to Know)

What You Need to Know about Disney MagicBand+

If you have had a Disney MagicBand in the past, you are probably aware of how the band works. And while you can still use the old style of MagicBands, the new Disney MagicBand+ uses next-level technology.

Entrance to the Parks

Your MagicBands serve as your park entrance ticket when you link it through the Disney app. You will simply scan your band each time you enter a park.

PhotoPass

If you are using Disney’s PhotoPass service, the photographer will simply scan your band and link your photos right to your account!

Lightning Lane Entrance Check-In

No need to fumble for your phone to check in for Lightning Lane barcodes! You can simply scan your band!

Pay for Food & Gear

If you are staying at a Disney Resort, you can use your band as a payment method. When you check in, you can set it up and the only thing you will need to remember is your four-digit access code.

More MagicBand Facts

In addition to the ways to use the MagicBand, you will also be glad to know:

Disney MagicBand+ Interactive Features at Disney World

Your MagicBand+ will light up, vibrate and interact with various parts of Disney World. Here are some of the things you can experience the magic:

Disney Fab 50 Character Collection

Guests can go on a scavenger hunt throughout the four Walt Disney World parks using MagicBand+ and interact with the NEW 50th Anniversary golden character sculptures.

Using the Play Disney Parks app, guests will find hints and keep track of sculptures they find which will unlock digital achievements, including an augmented reality feature.

Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters

Guests can join the Batuu Bounty Hunters’ Guild in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Using their MagicBand+, guests will find virtual bounties hidden throughout Black Spire Outpost and be given missions. Once completed, guests will return to the local guild master, who will reward them with galactic credits.

Disney MagicBand+ Interactive Features at Disneyland

Your MagicBand+ will also light up, vibrate and interact with various parts of Disneyland & California Adventure. Here are some of the ways you can experience the magic:

Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters

Using their Magic Band, guests will hunt for virtual bounties that have been hidden throughout Black Spire Outpost. Once done, they will return to the local guild master who will give them a reward.

Avengers Campus in Disney California

When watching Dr. Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts’ show in Avengers Campus, bands interact according to the music and special effects of the performance.

Nightshow Interactive Features

During Fantasmic!, World of Color & Wonderous Journeys, guests with the NEW MagicBand+ will find that their bands light up in sync with the music and show’s special effects.

How to Purchase Disney MagicBands

Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel or are Annual Pass Holders may receive a special pre-arrival price on a customized MagicBand+ if they purchase through My Disney Experience prior to their arrival.

Guests not staying on Disney property can purchase Disney MagicBands online, in resort gift shops, at Disney Springs or at the Disney parks and set them up immediately.

Setting up your MagicBand

1. Create or sign in to your Disney account.
2. Link your reservation or Annual Pass to your Disney account.
3. Select My MagicBands and Cards to complete your order.