Disney fans finally have their first detailed look at the 2026 holiday season, and Annual Passholders have more than one reason to celebrate.
Along with bringing back popular Christmas celebrations across the resort, Disney has confirmed the return of several exclusive perks that could help lower the cost of a holiday trip.
The offers arrive just as many guests begin planning vacations for one of the busiest times of the year. Between hotel discounts and savings on special-ticket events, Passholders once again have extra reasons to celebrate the Christmas season at Walt Disney World.
The Holiday Season Is One of Disney's Most Popular Times to Visit
Christmas has become one of the signature seasons at Walt Disney World. Every park embraces the holidays with its own traditions, giving guests plenty of reasons to return year after year.
Magic Kingdom comes alive during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, while Disney's Hollywood Studios hosts Disney Jollywood Nights. EPCOT adds another layer to the festivities with the Festival of the Holidays, and Disney Resort hotels feature elaborate decorations that many guests visit even if they don't spend the night.
Of course, that popularity comes at a price. Higher demand throughout November and December typically means higher vacation costs, especially for Disney Resort hotels. That's why Disney's latest Passholder offers stand out.
Hotel Discounts Lead the Returning Benefits
The biggest financial perk announced for Annual Passholders is a discount on stays at Disney Resort hotels.
Passholders can save up to 30% on select Disney Resorts Collection rooms for visits between October 4 and December 24. Reservations became available on June 25, and Disney has not announced a final booking deadline.
For many guests, this could be one of the best opportunities of the year to save on a Disney vacation. Holiday room rates are often among the highest of the calendar year, so reducing those costs can have a noticeable impact on the overall trip budget.
Plenty of Resorts Are Included
Disney didn't limit the offer to only a few hotels. Instead, the company included resorts across multiple categories.
The highest savings of up to 30% apply to Disney's Riviera Resort, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney's Contemporary Resort, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, Disney's Beach Club Resort, Disney's Beach Club Villas, Disney's Yacht Club Resort, Disney's BoardWalk Inn, Disney's BoardWalk Villas, Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village, Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort King Bed Rooms, Disney's Old Key West Resort one-bedroom and two-bedroom villas, and The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort (Disney Vacation Club).
Guests can save up to 25% at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort & Bungalows, and Disney's Old Key West Resort Deluxe Studios.
Meanwhile, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, and Disney's All-Star Music Resort qualify for discounts of up to 20%.
The broad selection means Passholders can find savings whether they prefer Value, Moderate, Deluxe, or Disney Vacation Club accommodations.
Discounts Extend Beyond Resort Stays
The savings continue after guests check into their hotels.
Disney also confirmed that Annual Passholders can receive $10 off tickets to Disney Jollywood Nights and, on select dates, to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. While the discount may seem modest, every dollar counts as Disney vacation costs continue to rise.
Families purchasing several tickets could see meaningful savings, especially when those discounts are combined with lower hotel rates.
Disney Shares Pricing for Both Holiday Parties
Alongside the returning Passholder perks, Disney also revealed ticket prices for this year's holiday events.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party will cost between $189 and $229 per person, plus tax. Pricing varies by event date, with earlier parties in November generally costing less than dates closer to Christmas. Children ages 3 through 9 receive a $10 discount, while children younger than 3 may attend free of charge.
Disney Jollywood Nights tickets range from $169 to $199, plus tax, depending on the night selected. Children ages 3 through 9 also receive a $10 discount.
Although both parties remain premium-ticket experiences, guests continue to purchase them for exclusive entertainment, festive food and drinks, seasonal offerings, and shorter waits for many attractions.
Disney Is Giving Passholders Another Reason to Return
The Christmas season already attracts large crowds to Walt Disney World every year, and Disney's latest announcements give Annual Passholders even more value when planning a visit.
Between discounts of up to 30% on select resort hotels and reduced pricing on holiday party tickets, Passholders have several ways to stretch their vacation budget. With reservations now available and no booking deadline announced, those planning a Christmas getaway may want to lock in their travel plans before availability shrinks.
