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California Resident Disneyland Ticket Discounts are BACK!

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Disneyland is now offering an incredible discount to ALL Southern California residents for 2023!  While tickets are available for Disneyland from their site, my favorite way to save even more money is to check out Get Away Today! Make sure to use the code HIGHLIGHTS to get an additional $10 off the already discounted Disneyland tickets and hotel packages. 

Undercover Tourist also has great deals for Disneyland, while we typically purchase through Get Away Today, I must admit, I have seen slightly lower prices on Undercover tourist for California resident deals recently. Click the photo below to cross reference the prices.We are HUGE fans of Get Away Today, but we are here to serve our readers first. We highly suggest you at least check the Undercover Tourist option as you may be able to save a bit more there. Click on the castle picture below to see what the best deals are today!


 

It is the MOST wonderfully frugal time of year! Here is the much anticipated SoCal Resident Disneyland Tickets information.

What is the CHEAPEST time to go to Disneyland?

Disneyland can be so busy at times, but right now Disneyland guests can enjoy smaller crowds and shorter lines. One of the best ways to save money is to not only purchase a discounted ticket, but also go when it is not quite as busy. Guests can enjoy more of the magic when crowds are down.

While the holidays at Disneyland are magical, they also draw a big crowd. Now that school is back in session and winter break is over, the crowd predictor for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park show a big ease in crowds up until Spring break.  Early in the year is always the best time to go to Disneyland in my opinion, but even more so if you are a Southern California Resident.  Right now there is a huge discount on tickets for Southern California Residents only! If you are looking for all the information on SoCal Resident Disneyland Tickets – we have all the information here!  Park Hopper or one park per day Three Day ticket options are available!

What is Genie+? Is it worth the extra fee?

Genie+ is a runaway hit and so popular with guests. It saves so much time; which means more rides and fun! We think the new Genie+ service is a perfect fit for our guests who travel to Disney rarely.  While guests with annual passes can visit multiple times a year;  those who come once a year or less really want to see and experience as much as possible. These guests want to make the most of their vacations, and Genie+ just takes it to the next level. And again, we can’t say it enough, it will be so useful during Spring Break and other peak travel times.

  • Lightning Lane access for up to 19 attractions (once per attraction, per day) – you’ll feel like a VIP and save so much time in line, so you can spend it elsewhere!
  • PhotoPass pictures are included – we love the on-ride photos you can’t get any other way
  • Audio Tour clips throughout the Parks – you’ll become an expert in all things Disneyland!
  • So flexible – especially with a Park Hopper – make reservations for rides in either park

Disneyland Resort Hotel Deals

There are also incredible Disneyland Resort Hotel deals available also. If you are looking to splurge on a Disneyland Resort Hotel, deals are reported at up to 25% off normal prices.  You cannot get closer to the park than to stay at one of the three resort hotels.As always, make sure to take advantage of the $10 bonus discount using the code HIGHLIGHTS when you purchase your Disney vacation package.

Disneyland castle

California Resident Tickets 2022 Dates and Ticket Prices

Southern California Residents can save up to $136 on each 3-Day DISNEYLAND® Resort Park Hopper® or 1-Park per Day Ticket for weekday visits now through May 26, 2022! These tickets are valid for admission Monday – Friday, and are not available for use on Saturday or Sunday. Theme park reservations are required, so don’t wait to purchase your tickets.

Do you have to use your SoCal Disneyland Multi Day pass consecutively?

Days do NOT have to be used consecutively. Just make sure all three days are used by May 26, 2022 and save big!

Disney Lunar New Year 2022

Make sure to use one of your tickets between January 21st and February 12th 2022.  Lunar New Year is celebrated at Disney California Adventure during this time. Celebrate with special menu items, merchandise, unique entertainment, as well as meet and greets with rare characters.

Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2022

Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival will be held March 4 – April 26, 2022.  The Food and Wine Festival also occurs during the dates you can use your 3 day ticket.

How Crowded is Disneyland right now?

Disneyland does not publish attendance. Word from guests is that it is not as empty as when they first opened, but it is also not as busy as pre Covid times.  Below is a video from Summer 2021.

Disneyland Crowds during Covid

 

Information from year’s past….

For a limited time, Southern California residents can visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks for $67 per day with the purchase of a three-day, one-park per day ticket. Park Hopper options also are available. The tickets are available for purchase Jan. 7 through May 18, 2020. Eligible guests may purchase up to five tickets per person, per day, and prices are the same for adults and children. This special ticket also includes one Magic Morning, which gives admission to select attractions on select days at Disneyland park one hour before the park opens to the general public.

Not from Southern California? Not a problem!  There is a great special on kid’s tickets to Disneyland as well!

SoCal Resident best discount for Disneyland

The BEST verified deal for SoCal Residents for Disneyland!

Special Ticket Offer for Kids Everywhere

For families visiting from outside of Southern California, there’s a special value for kids. For a limited time, guests can save on Disneyland Resort park tickets for children ages 3 to 9 for $67 per day with the purchase of a three-day, one-park per day ticket.  Park Hopper options also are available. The tickets are available for purchase Jan. 7 through May 18, 2020. Guests may purchase up to eight tickets per person, per day. This special ticket also includes one Magic Morning, which gives admission into select attractions on select days at Disneyland park one hour before the park opens to the general public. These special tickets may be purchased at https://www.getawaytoday.com/tickets/disneyland-resort?referrerid=7591 .  This three-day ticket expires 13 days after first use or on May 21, 2020, whichever occurs first.

Now is also the time to splurge on a Disneyland Resort Hotel!  Disneyland Resort hotels are as magical as the parks, but they can be the priciest option in the area. Right now, since crowds are lower, you can enjoy 25% off Disneyland Resort hotels!!

Disney vacationers who wish to stay and play in the heart of the magic will enjoy special savings with room offers at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Hotel guests can save up to 25 percent off select rooms, Sunday-Thursday nights, based upon availability through April 16, 2020. Guests can save up to 20 percent on standard rooms and 25 percent on premium rooms at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa; up to 20 percent on standard rooms and 25 percent on premium rooms at Disneyland Hotel, and up to 10 percent on standard and premium rooms at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. These room offers may be reserved for stays now through April 16, 2020 when booked by March 16, 2020.
The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort offer easy, convenient access to both parks, with benefits and magical touches that only a Disneyland hotel can provide. Whether it’s discovering whimsical Disney art at Disneyland Hotel, stepping back in time to the golden days of California beachfronts at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, or appreciating Craftsman-style elegance at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, staying at any of the resort hotels provides the Disney magic from check-in to check-out.
Enchanted experiences available at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort include character dining, character wake-up calls by request and themed room elements. Hotel guests can make the most of their time with the Extra Magic Hour, with their valid theme park ticket. Extra Magic Hour offers park admission to a designated theme park one hour earlier than the general public and is only available for guests who stay at a Disneyland Resort Hotel.

 

SoCal Resident Ticket information for year’s past.

Guests may visit for as little as $60 per day with the purchase of a three-day, one-park per day ticket, and also enjoy special offers at the
Hotels of the Disneyland Resort!  Here are all the details on how to get this special discount!

The Disneyland Resort is celebrating the new year with a special ticket offer just for Southern California residents. Beginning Jan. 7, 2019, eligible guests may visit Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park for as little as $70 per day with the purchase of a three-day, one-park per day ticket. Now is the ideal time to enjoy even more spectacular entertainment, favorite festivals, the newly reimagined Pixar Pier, Super Hero experiences and the biggest celebration ever for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. In addition to this special ticket offer, the three Hotels of the Disneyland Resort are offering special rates on standard and premium rooms for a limited time.

At Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park, guests can pal around with their favorite characters from Disney•Pixar’s “The Incredibles,” including Mr. and Mrs. Incredible (pictured), Frozone and Edna Mode. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)

Southern California Resident Limited-Time Ticket Offer
The Southern California Resident Ticket Offer* provides special values to enjoy magic and
adventure for three days, including one day of Magic Morning** in Disneyland. For a limited time,
Southern California residents may select from these specially-priced ticket options and save on
select multi-day tickets:
• 3-day, 1-park per day ticket for $179
• 3-day Park Hopper ticket for $234

SoCal Resident tickets available here!  (Starting January 7th) You may also purchase tickets at the park in person.  Proof of residency is required for the SoCal Resident deal.

SoCal Resident tickets are available for purchase from  Jan. 7 through May 20, 2019.

You may use tickets in 3 consecutive days OR on separate days during the promotional period.

There are NO Block out dates for the SoCal resident deal this year!

Make sure to include the code HIGHLIGHTS to get an additional $10 off your booking!
 

Must-Do Magical Experiences in Early 2020:

mickey-Minnie-Happy-Lunar-New-Year
• Lunar New Year: Disneyland Resort will ring in the Year of the Pig this Lunar New Year
in Disney California Adventure, from Jan. 25 through Feb. 17. A joyous celebration of
Asian cultures, the Lunar New Year celebration welcomes guests of all ages to
commemorate the tradition with beloved Disney characters, and welcome another year
of good fortune. Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession, a limited-time offering during the
Lunar New Year celebration, is a bright and bold parade hosted by Mulan and her
faithful dragon, Mushu. As a special treat for the Year of the Pig, the Three Little Pigs will
join the procession. Delicious Asian food and kid-friendly crafts and activities will be
available as well.

Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival
• Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival in the Spring – seasoned foodies along with culinary newbies will delight in experiencing this
eight-week celebration of California-inspired cuisines. Guests will enjoy indulging in
favorite dishes and broadening their palettes with more than a dozen delicious Festival
Marketplaces, featuring small plates, specialty wines and craft beers. From celebrity
chef appearances to family-friendly cooking demonstrations, there is something for
connoisseurs of all ages to enjoy. In addition, children can participate in Junior Chef, a
fun, hands-on “cooking” experience, specially designed for young chefs. Participants
will receive a sweet surprise following the seminar.***

woody jessie pixar fest
• Pixar Pier: Beloved Pixar stories and characters come to life in this recently reimagined
land in Disney California Adventure that features the thrilling Incredicoaster and Pixar
Pal-A-Round attractions, the high-scoring fun of Toy Story Mania!, plus imaginative
neighborhoods, Pixar-inspired food, the Lamplight Lounge, exciting entertainment and
more.

black widow summer of heroes disneyland
• Heroic Encounters: In Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure, fans may have
the opportunity to meet some favorite Super Heroes such as Spider-Man and Captain
America, as well as Black Panther and Captain Marvel coming soon for a limited time.
Additional Super Heroes will also appear to interact and take photos with guests.
• Digital Experiences: To enhance a visit to the Disneyland Resort, guests may
download the official Disneyland App to purchase tickets and get useful information at
their fingertips, including attraction wait times, Disney FastPass return times, maps,
entertainment guides, Mobile Order and other special features.****

Save Up to 25% at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort

Disney vacationers who wish to stay and play in the heart of the magic will enjoy special savings
with room offers at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Hotel guests can save up to 25 percent
off select rooms, Sunday through Thursday nights, based upon availability from Jan. 6-April 11,
2019. Guests may save up to 20 percent on standard rooms and 25 percent on premium rooms at
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa; up to 20 percent on standard rooms and 25 percent on
premium rooms at Disneyland Hotel, and up to 10 percent on standard and premium rooms at
Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. These room offers may be reserved now through March 16, 2019.Ϯ
To learn more, guests may visit www.disneyland.com.

The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort offer easy, convenient access to both parks, with benefits
and magical touches that only a Disneyland hotel can provide. Whether it’s discovering
whimsical Disney art at the Disneyland Hotel, stepping back in time to the golden days of
California beachfronts at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, or appreciating Craftsman-style
elegance at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, staying at any of the resort hotels provides
Disney magic from check-in to check-out.
Enchanted experiences only available at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort include character
dining, wake-up calls by request and themed room elements. Hotel guests may make the most
of their time with the Extra Magic Hour, with their valid theme park ticket. Extra Magic Hour
offers park admission to a designated theme park one hour earlier than the general public and is
available for guests who stay at a Disneyland Resort Hotel. Ϯ Ϯ

Located in Anaheim, California  the Disneyland Resort opened July 17, 1955. Open daily, year-round.

Yes, I know this picture says 2018…. the photo is left for SEO purposes and you can ignore – the information above is accurate and up to date for the SoCal Disneyland tickets for 2020

 

Not a Southern Californian?  Not to worry!  There are deals this time of year for everyone! Get Away Today has an awesome deal for Disneyland! Buy an adult ticket at the kid’s ticket price! (limited time offer for all – not just SoCal!).  If you do choose to purchase through Get Away Today, make sure to take advantage of our site’s exclusive discount code. Use the code “Highlights” when you check out for an additional $10 off your already discounted package! This discount code is good only on Get Away Today (link above) and can be used on 2 night vacation packages (not just for Disneyland, so make sure to bookmark it!).

disneyland discount

Southern Californians can look forward to the Disneyland SoCal Resident Ticket discount too. Disneyland just announced their popular discount ticket is back for 2018! The Disneyland SoCal Resident Ticket Discount is by far the best deal for those who live in Southern California. Right now Southern California Residents can enjoy admission to Disneyland for up to 25% off!  I am thrilled to share all the information about the 2018 SoCal Resident Disneyland Tickets deal options at the Disneyland Resort.

Make sure to pin this deal to share with your followers and to bookmark for yourself! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/237846424054345980/

rides at disney with short waits

Below is all the information you need to know about this great off season discount at Disneyland…..

  • The Disneyland SoCal Resident Ticket is only available for purchase and use by Southern California residents. Southern California residents within ZIP codes 90000-93599 and Northern Baja California residents within ZIP codes 21000-22999 with proof of residency can purchase these special tickets. Proof of residency is required at admission.
  • This year three day tickets available with the SoCal Resident Disneyland Tickets. You can choose a park hopper or single park per day options. I very much prefer a single park ticket. I like to focus on just one park per day, it also is a slightly less expensive option. A single park per day ticket will save money and time. Both options are a money saver over any other time of the year so you can’t go wrong either way.
  •  The only blockout dates are during Spring Break.  (Spring Break is always so busy, I personally like to avoid during this time of year).
  • You do NOT need to use tickets in consecutive days, but all days of your pass must be used up by the end of the promotion.
  • Magic Mornings are available with your tickets! Always take advantage of Magic Mornings. While this is early, it is a great way to visit some of the most popular rides before the majority of guests are in the park.
  • All tickets are for guests ages 3 and up. There is no additional discount for children. If your child is under three you will not need a ticket for that child.

Disneyland Fantasyland

Disneyland SoCal Resident Discount Ticket Options

If you are thinking of staying on property to take advantage of the Magic Mornings deal that is included with your SoCal ticket, you can check out pictures and reviews of The Grand Californian Hotel and The Disneyland Hotel here.

Make sure to check out dates and times.  Some days will have longer hours than others at the same price.  We personally find that a week day can often be a very quiet day in Disneyland or Disney California Adventure Park. Our experience is that even though week days tend to have shorter hours (not always), you can enjoy more because the crowds are so light. Make sure to check out Disneyland’s site (linked above) and find the perfect day for your visit!

This is a great discount over the normal admission prices which start at $97 per day for one park. While SoCal Resident Disneyland Tickets. All the information you need about the new SoCal Resident for Disneyland Tickets. 2018 information! Beat the crowds and enjoy the best price at the Disneyland Resort. Prices jumped from last year, but it is still a great deal for the Happiest Place on Earth! Our family has taken advantage of the SoCal deal since before we even had kids!  We have already set up dates to take advantage.

Baby's First Trip to Disneyland

Remember to purchase your tickets online. Buying your tickets online saves you time! Why wait at the ticket booth when you can be in the gates?! Guests with Magic Mornings tickets are able to enter the park an hour before the general admission. This gives guests the opportunity to grab a fast pass for the most popular ride, grab a photo with a character, and even ride a couple rides before most guests are even in the gates!

Fast Pass Disney

We love to visit the Disneyland Resort during the off season because crowds are typically smaller so we spend less time in line and more time on rides and enjoying attractions, shows, and treats. Please note that during this season there are always a few rides closed for renovation and the hours are often shorter.

Toy story mania at Disney

Looking for more ways to save at Disneyland? Check out our Disneyland on a Budget article too!

characters at Disneyland

We are a family on a budget too and we love to visit Disneyland during the SoCal deal ourselves.  Share this article with a friend who needs to know about the deal that is going on at Disneyland right now!

Until Next Time ~ Kate
Categories:  Disney Travel, Travel
  1. […] you are a SoCal resident you can enjoy Pixar Fest before the SoCal Resident Ticket Deal ends!  Please see our post (linked) for all the details. Guests who take advantage of the SoCal […]

  2. Michie Steenhard says:

    Do u have a military discount?
    Military appreciation

  3. Nicole says:

    This says 2018 all over the place. You might want to change that. (The pictures.)

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  6. […] Right now is an excellent time to visit the Disneyland Resort.  Crowds tend to be lighter during the off season.  Ticket prices tend to be lower as well! If you are a SoCal Resident, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the best deal on Disneyland tickets for SoCal Residents. […]

  7. Marisela says:

    Can California resident’s buy non residential family members tickets for that price?

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