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Disney Park and Cruise Line Confirm Who Can Access 2027 Vacation Discounts

Eligible U.S. military members have a new set of savings to plan Disney vacations around. The Walt Disney Company announced its 2027 military offerings for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, and Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa, shortly after Universal Orlando Resort unveiled its own Military Freedom Pass for next year.

Walt Disney World Resort

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Walt Disney World Resort runs the broadest discount program for eligible U.S. military service members. Disney Military Salute Tickets will return in 2027, starting at $429 plus tax for a four-day ticket with the Park Hopper Option. Savings of up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotel rooms will also open up in 2027.

Tickets come in four-, five-, and six-day versions, with an optional Park Hopper Plus that adds Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park:

  • Four-day: $429 (Park Hopper), $459 (Park Hopper Plus)
  • Five-day: $449 (Park Hopper), $479 (Park Hopper Plus)
  • Six-day: $469 (Park Hopper), $499 (Park Hopper Plus)
The flag retreat in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort.
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In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket comes back. Eligible U.S. military members and their families get multiple visits from January 1 through December 21, 2027, for $549. Memory Maker is available to eligible guests for $98 and includes free downloads of PhotoPass and ride photos throughout the resort.

All discounted tickets need an advance Disney Park Pass reservation. Blockout dates are March 21 through April 3, 2027, and November 21 through November 27, 2027. Tickets and add-ons expire on December 21, 2027.

Disneyland Resort

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Through December 30, 2027, members of the U.S. military can purchase discounted one-day, one-park tickets for Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park for $104 for adults and $98 for children ages three to nine.

Starting November 17, eligible members can save up to 40% on select Disneyland Resort hotel rooms in 2027. Three-day and four-day Park Hopper tickets begin at $339 per person.

Disney Cruise Line

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Eligible members of the U.S. military can save up to 35% on select Disney Cruise Line sailings. Not all ships and itineraries qualify, so families should check with the company before booking.

Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa

disney's aulani resort and spa
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At Aulani in Hawaii, U.S. military members can save up to 25% on select stays from January 3 to March 31, 2027, and up to 30% on select rooms from April 1 through May 7. Additional savings are available for some stays in May.

The Universal Comparison

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Universal’s Military Freedom Pass costs $235 for adults and $230 for children for two parks, or $270 and $265 for three parks including Volcano Bay, with blackout dates of December 25, 2026, through January 3, 2027, and March 22 through March 29, 2027. Epic Universe is excluded, but eligible service members can purchase discounted tickets for that park separately.

Which Disney destination around the world is part of your dream vacation? Share your thoughts with Disney Dining in the comments! 

Jess Colopy

Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

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