Toddler Tickets and Reservations at Walt Disney World
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be a bit daunting with all of the information available out there. Here are a few answers to some frequently asked questions about toddler tickets and reservations.
To read more about Walt Disney World’s Park Reservation System click here.
Does my Toddler need a Park Ticket?
Children ages 3 and over require a children’s ticket to the parks (up to age 10).
Children under 3, and those turning 3 while on your trip, are not required to have a ticket. They may still have the option to receive a MagicBand if you are staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel, but no park ticket will need to be linked.
Do I need to make a Park Reservation for my Toddler?
Disney no longer requires park reservations to be made unless you are an annual passholder.
Children under 3 who do not require a ticket to enter the park are not required to have a park reservation for that day.
Does my Toddler need a Magic Band?
As mentioned above, each family member included on your hotel reservation has the option to purchase a Magic Band. You can order them to be shipped ahead of time or pick them up at the hotel. For toddlers under three, this band does not need to be linked to a park ticket, but it will open the hotel door.
If you are staying off property and are ordering bands for your park tickets, only family members old enough to need tickets would need a Magic Band. Children under 3 do not need tickets and therefore do not need their own magic bands.
Tip: You can find a selection of available MagicBand+ designs on DisneyStore.com!
RELATED POST: MagicBands: All You Need to Know
Do Toddlers Need Genie+/Lightning Lane Reservations for Disney Rides?
Children under 3 are not required to have Genie+ reservations. As long as they meet height requirements, your toddlers may join you on the ride with your reservation. Children 3 and over require their own park admission and must have their own Genie+/Lightning Lane reservations.
Does my Toddler need a Dining Reservation?
It is important to include all members of your party in your dining reservations, including children in high chairs.
Do Toddlers eat Free at Walt Disney World?
Children under 3 can share from a family members plate for free. This includes all-you-can-enjoy restaurants (family-style dining is available in some restaurants that were formerly buffet style, but many are still temporarily unavailable at this time) and also regular restaurants.
Note, if you order a meal for your child under 3, you will have to pay for that meal.
If you have additional questions regarding ticketing and reservations for toddlers please leave them in the comments. I would love to include as much information as possible for families planning their magical vacation!
