2026 Moonlight Magic – New Dates Added!
Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic events—a favorite Membership Magic benefit—are back! Experience a night full of excitement at these no-charge events offering exclusive after-hours access. Enjoy select attractions, shorter-than-usual wait times, Character greetings, entertainment and delectable delights!
NEW! Additional Moonlight Magic event dates have been added for 2026 at EPCOT on October 15 and at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park on November 30 and December 22. Eligible Members may register for one of these extra event dates even if they attended a Moonlight Magic event in 2026. See event and registration details below.
JOIN THE FUN
What Is Moonlight Magic?
During a Moonlight Magic event, eligible Members can visit a select theme park for a special celebration after the park has closed to the public! Enjoy an evening of enchantment, entertainment and so much more as the park becomes your playground.
Highlights for our privileged partiers include:
- Shorter-than-usual wait times for popular park attractions
- Disney Characters greetings
- Exceptional entertainment
- Complimentary special treats and delectable delights
Note: Activities and offerings are subject to change without notice.
Know Before You Register
Before registering for this event, be sure to review important information.
Early Registration for Members with Resort Reservations
Members may have access to early event registration, when they hold a confirmed qualifying Resort reservation* made:- by using their Membership with Vacation Points, Reservation Points or cash, and
- by calling Member Services or visiting DisneyVacationClub.com, and
- by the Resort reservation/modification deadline.
General Registration
The general registration is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
The Member selected during the Moonlight Magic registration must be present at the event and check in their full party.
Event Registration Limits
In order to allow as many Members as possible to enjoy Moonlight Magic, Members are eligible to register for one event date during each event season regardless of whether your registered event date was confirmed during early registration or during general registration.
2026 Event Seasons:
- Winter: January – March
- Spring: April – June
- Summer: July – September
- Fall: October – December
Party Size Limits
A Member may register themselves and up to 4 additional Guests per Membership (for a total of 5)—or up to the number of Guests on their Resort reservation, so long as the Resort reservation was updated with the correct Guest information before the Resort reservation/modification deadline. Children younger than 3 years of age do not need to be registered for this event.
Modifications and Cancellations
This event cannot be booked or modified through Member Services. If a Member wishes to change their party size or the date that they are attending Moonlight Magic, they may modify their event registration through the link found in their confirmation email.
Please note:
- If you cancel your Resort reservation which was used to access early registration, your event registration will be cancelled automatically. This does not apply to Resort waitlists. A Resort waitlist match, cancel and rebook, does not affect the Moonlight Magic event registration.
- Cancelling and rebooking an event registration increases the risk of losing one's registration.
- Modifications or cancellations of an event registration cannot be made the same day as booking.
- We request that Members cancel at least 48 hours in advance.
Other Important Information
- Admission to this no-charge, after-hours event is valid for the duration of the event. If you wish to enter a park before the event, valid theme park admission is required and a valid theme park reservation may be required depending on your admission type and the date of your visit. Learn more about theme park reservations for Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.
- This offer is non-transferable and cannot be sold. It is subject to availability, change or termination without notice.
- Attendees younger than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian.
- This is a rain-or-shine event; however, some experiences may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
- Park pre-planning services, including Lightning Lane passes, are not available during Moonlight Magic events.
Registration and Check-In Details
Event registration is required to attend this event. Early Registration opens at 11 AM Eastern Time and General Registration opens at 11 AM Eastern Time, during the online registration window. Register online during the corresponding registration window. Please check each Moonlight Magic event location for details as registration windows for Guests with and without Resort reservations will vary.
To register:
- Visit this page and select “RSVP Online”. Be sure to have your Member number ready and have pre-selected what Member listed on the Membership will be in attendance to check in for the event.
- To enter the virtual waiting room, an eligible Member number must be entered. This process secures your Membership a random place in line. Do not refresh the page as access is limited.
- When it’s your turn, you’ll be sent to the registration form to sign up for a night of Moonlight Magic!
Important Registration Information
- Registration is required and limited. Unfortunately, walk-ins will not be permitted.
- The Member who registers must be in attendance and be the person who checks in their full party.
Checking In
When checking in, please keep in mind:
- Your valid Disney Vacation Club Digital Membership Card and photo ID are required at check-in.
- Your Digital Membership Card should be added to the digital wallet of your mobile device before arrival.
- The Member who was selected during the event registration process must be in attendance to check in their full party.
- The entire party must check in together to gain access to the event.
- Entry prior to the event mix-in time requires a separate paid theme park admission and may require a theme park reservation depending on your admission type and the date of your visit. Learn more about theme park reservations for Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.
WHERE TO FIND THE MAGIC
For the November 30, 2026 and December 22, 2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom event:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the November 30, 2026 and December 22, 2026 events is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 20, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after September 20, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration Open - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the November 30, 2026 and December 22, 2026 events is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
Event and registration dates are subject to change.
Event Dates: April 22, 2026 and July 20, 2026
For the April 22, 2026 Disney’s Hollywood Studios event:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the April 22, 2026 event is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on February 22, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after February 22, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the April 22, 2026 event is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
For the July 20, 2026 Disney’s Hollywood Studios event:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the July 20, 2026 event is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on May 31, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after May 31, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the July 20, 2026 event is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
Event and registration dates are subject to change.
Event Date: February 23, 2026
For the February 23, 2026 Disney California Adventure Park event:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the February 23, 2026 event is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on December 10, 2025. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after December 10, 2025, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the February 23, 2026 event is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
Event and registration dates are subject to change.
Event Dates: October 15, 2026
For the October 15, 2026 EPCOT event:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the October 15, 2026 event is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 20, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after September 20, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration Open - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the October 15, 2026 event is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
Event and registration dates are subject to change.
Event Dates: June 25, 2026, August 4, 2026, and August 20, 2026
For the June 25, 2026 Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park event:
Early registration open - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the June 25, 2026 event is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on February 22, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after February 22, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the June 25, 2026 event is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
For the August 4, 2026 and August 20, 2026 Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park events:
Early Registration - Registration Closed
The early registration window for the August 4, 2026 and August 20, 2026 events is open to eligible Members with qualifying Resort reservations*. See the “Know Before You Register” section for more information. All Resort reservations and modifications—including changing your party size—must be completed by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on May 31, 2026. Modifications to your Resort reservation party size after May 31, 2026, will not increase your party size for the event.
General Registration - Registration Closed
The general registration window for the August 4, 2026 and August 20, 2026 events is open to all eligible Members (limited availability).
Event and registration dates are subject to change.
* To qualify, the Resort reservation must be booked in the state where the Moonlight Magic event is taking place. Eligible Resorts booked using your Membership include:
- The following Disney Vacation Club Resorts: Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village, Disney’s Beach Club Villas, Disney’s BoardWalk Villas, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- The following Walt Disney World Resort and Disney’s Beach Resorts hotels: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, Disney's All-Star Music Resort, The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
- The following Disneyland Resort hotels: Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel and Pixar Place Hotel
Membership Extras—such as exchange options in the Disney Collection, options offered through hotel exchange, certain discounts, offers and special events—are incidental benefits. These incidental benefits are subject to change or termination without notice, may require the payment of a fee and cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Membership Extras are also subject to availability and blockout dates may apply, including high periods of demand such as Christmas and New Year’s Day. To receive any Membership Extras, purchasers must present a valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card along with a corresponding valid photo ID. Effective June 3, 2021, to obtain a Disney Vacation Club Membership Card, Members must accumulate a total of at least 150 Vacation Points purchased directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC. Exchange options in the Disney Collection and options offered through hotel exchange are not available for ownership interests not purchased directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC after March 21, 2011, and, effective April 4, 2016, Members who have not purchased an ownership interest directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC will not have access to Membership Extras.
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