2026 Walt Disney World and DCL Discounts & Ticket Deals
- Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
- Jul 8, 2025
- 6 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Updated January 8, 2026 — New Summer 2026 Walt Disney World discounts have just been released, covering packages, resorts, water parks, and dining deals.
Resort & Package Discounts for 2026
Disney World Discounts for 2026
☀️ Summer 2026 Walt Disney World Discounts
Disney has released a full lineup of Summer 2026 vacation discounts, giving families multiple ways to save depending on how (and how long) they plan to travel.
💸 Add Free Days to Your Disney Stay (Room + Ticket Package)
Guests can receive two free room nights and two free theme park ticket days when purchasing a qualifying 4-night, 4-day (or longer) Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package.
Valid for stays most nights May 26 – September 15, 2026
Booking window: January 6 – February 15, 2026
➡️ Best for families planning longer stays who want more flexibility for rest days, pool time, and slower summer pacing.
🏨 Summer 2026 Room-Only Discounts
Save up to 30% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels.
Valid for stays most nights May 1 – October 4, 2026
Florida Residents can save up to 35%
Annual Passholders can save up to 40%
➡️ Great option if you already have tickets, are planning a shorter trip, or want maximum flexibility in resort choice.
💦 Free Water Park Admission on Check-In Day
Guests staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel between May 26 – September 8, 2026 will receive free admission to a Disney water park on their check-in day.
Both Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach will be open
Valid for onsite guests only
➡️ Perfect for easing into a summer trip without using a park ticket on arrival day.
🧭 Need help choosing the right offer?We break down how each of these Summer 2026 Walt Disney World discounts works — and which ones fit different travel styles — in our full guide.
🌸 Spring 2026 Room-Only Discount
Save up to 25% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resorts this spring!Valid most nights Feb 22 – Apr 30, 2026, plus select Sunday–Thursday nights Jan 4 – Feb 19, 2026. Florida residents and Annual Passholders can save even more, with up to 30–35% off.➡️ Great option if you already have tickets or are booking a shorter stay.
💰 Up to $250 Off Packages
Book a room + ticket package and save up to $250 per night on stays at Disney Resort hotels.Valid most nights Feb 22 – Jul 25, 2026, with smaller savings for select Jan–Feb dates. Discounts vary by resort tier: up to $250 (Deluxe/Deluxe Villas), $150 (Moderates), and $75 (Values).➡️ Best for longer trips where you’re purchasing both hotel and tickets together.
👉 Check out our full guide to 2026 Walt Disney World vacation packages - including free dining for kids, booking timelines, and everything you’ll want to know for planning next year.
🎟️ Annual Passholder & Florida/Georgia Resident Deals
☀️ Summer 2026 Annual Passholder & Florida Resident Discounts
Disney has released special Summer 2026 room-only discounts exclusively for Annual Passholders and Florida Residents, offering some of the deepest resort savings of the year.
Florida Residents: Save up to 35% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels
Annual Passholders: Save up to 40% on rooms at select resorts
These discounts are valid for stays most nights during summer and early fall, generally aligning with the May 1 – October 4, 2026 travel window. Availability varies by resort and room type, and popular categories — especially Value and Moderate resorts — tend to book quickly.
➡️ Best for Florida-based guests or Passholders who already have park access and want maximum flexibility without committing to a full package.
🎟️ Walt Disney World Ticket Deals 2026
Florida Resident Theme Park Tickets (2026)
Savings vary by ticket length and dates (often up to 30–40% off standard pricing)
Valid for select travel dates throughout 2026, including summer
Available in multi-day ticket options (2-day, 3-day, 4-day+, depending on offer)
Park Hopper and add-ons may be available for an additional cost
Florida residency verification required
➡️ Best option for Florida residents planning summer trips who do not need a hotel package.
Military Salute Tickets (2026)
Discounted 4-, 5-, and 6-day theme park tickets with significant savings
Available with Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus options
Valid for travel on select dates through 2026 (blockout dates may apply)
Theme park reservations required
Must be purchased by eligible U.S. military members or spouses
➡️ Ideal for eligible military families planning a summer 2026 visit who want strong ticket savings without booking a package.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The Florida Resident deal is rare during holiday season. Locals should snap this up for Halloween or Christmas visits!
Free Dining Plan for Kids in 2026
Looking ahead to everything families can do during a Walt Disney World vacation next year? Well, guests are in luck, because beginning April 22, they can start booking their 2026 vacations to Disney World with plenty of convenient and flexible to options to choose from, with bookings open through October 31, 2026.
It's never too early to start thinking about the next trip, and 2026 is going to be a fantastic year to visit — especially for kids!
Throughout all of 2026, guests staying at one of our more than 25 Disney Resort hotels will get a free dining plan for their kids (ages 3 to 9) when purchasing a dining plan as part of their package for the other members of their party (ages 10 and up). Dining plans can help guests maximize their stay with added peace of mind, letting them enjoy some of the many dining locations we offer from meals to snacks and kid-friendly favorites.
The kids free dining plan offering can be combined with other select special offers, meaning they may still be eligible to take advantage of other deals we later roll out for 2026!
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Thinking about adding the Dining Plan to your package? It can be a great way to simplify budgeting and enjoy more character meals or snacks worry-free. We break down all the details in our Disney Dining Plan Guide.
🧭 Next Steps
Check dates & blockouts carefully — most ticket deals require reservations.
Combine offers smartly — some room discounts can be stacked with ticket or dining promotions.
Book early — the best rooms and ticket inventory go quickly.
And don’t forget our Walt Disney World Planning Guide + fan-favorite Disney Planning Cheat Sheets to make your trip practically perfect.
🌟 Current Disney Cruise Line Offers 🚢 Disney Cruise Line Offers for 2026 & 2027
50% Off Cruise Deposit (Select Sailings)
Book an eligible Disney Cruise and pay only 50% of the required deposit at time of booking
Valid on new reservations for select sailings departing March 2026 through May 2027 (that do not require final payment at booking)
Offer available on all ships except the Disney Adventure
Remaining balance is due at time of final payment (per normal Disney Cruise Line schedule)
Not valid on suites, Concierge-level staterooms, or select restricted categories (IGT/OGT/VGT)
Valid only on new bookings made by January 18, 2026
➡️ Good option for families who want to lock in a 2026–2027 sailing date, ship, and stateroom category now with less up-front cost.
🌴 Florida Resident Rates
Florida residents can enjoy special discounted fares (up to ~35% off) on select sailings. Proof of residency required at check-in.
🎖️ U.S. Military Rates
Active and retired U.S. military members (including Guard, Reserve, and Coast Guard) can book discounted rates on select sailings. Valid military ID required.
🍁 Canadian Resident Rates
Canadian residents save up to 25% on select sailings, with proof of residency at check-in.
Getting ready to pack for your cruise and need a little help? We've put together our Ultimate Cruise Packing List and free downloadable cheat sheet to help! Need more help with planning? Pop over to our DCL and RCL cruise planning hub.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: These offers can’t be combined with each other (or with certain restricted-rate categories), so choose the one that saves you the most. Availability is limited and can change quickly, so the best rates go fast. Need help? Pop over to 👉 Book with Bren.
Pixie Dust Hugs,
Bren, Lyn, and Kim
P.S. Need help planning your vacation? Head over to our Disney Planning Guide of our planning info and best Pixie Dust Tips.
👉 Walt Disney World Planning Guide
Then grab our fan-favorite Disney Planning Downloadable Cheat Sheets.
Want help running the numbers and finding the right deal? Reach out to your favorite Authorized Disney Travel Planner — we know a great one 😉
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