Walt Disney World annual passholders occasionally receive special discounts and benefits in the Disney theme parks. Following a freebie rolling out this year, Disney shared new perks as the holiday season approaches. Disney World recently raised prices for annual passes and removed a passholder discount.
Walt Disney World announced new perks for annual passholders to take advantage of in October, November, and December 2026. We have details and dates for these new benefits, one of which involves a big change for a popular Disney World dining location. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including the closure end date for an upcoming Magic Kingdom ride refurbishment and the highest prices ever coming for select Disney World Lightning Lanes.
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Disney Store Online Discount
Walt Disney World passholders can purchase select holiday merchandise from Disney Store online for 20% off from October 14 to October 25, 2026.
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To use the discount, log in to DisneyStore.com using your MyDisney account information, the same credentials you use for DisneyWorld.com. At checkout, use code WDW20 to apply the 20% discount.
The discount doesn’t apply to limited-edition merchandise or items from many special branded collections.
This deal is for online purchases only, but as a reminder, passholders already receive 20% off most in-person merchandise in Disney World stores year-round.
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Nomad Lounge Meal Deal and Change
Nomad Lounge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of our favorite spots to relax in all of Walt Disney World. The dining location debuted a new menu a few months ago. A newly revealed passholder offer at Nomad Lounge is coming, and it possibly indicates a big change for the dining location.
Disney World annual passholders can stop by Nomad Lounge for a special combo deal: 2 small plates and 2 beverages for $49, excluding tax and gratuity. The deal is valid from October 20 to December 18, 2026, starting at 3:00 PM daily and continuing through closing time.
Non-discounted pricing varies based on the item, but generally the $49 deal should save you around $20. Passholders can bring up to 3 guests with them to enjoy the Nomad Lounge deal.
For food, guests can choose from any of the menu’s small plates except the charcuterie board. This means the following items will be valid for the deal:
- Churros
- Chinese Five-Spice Glazed Chicken Wings
- Grilled Beef Kefta
- Taveller’s Provisions (roasted Naan bread with dips)
- Sticky Pork Ribs
- Wild Mushroom Dumplings
For beverages, select alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks are valid.
The fine print of this deal includes this noteworthy item: “Prior to November 8, 2026, seating at Nomad Lounge is on a walk-up basis only. Reservations are available beginning November 8, 2026, and are highly recommended but not required. Dining reservations and walk-up availability are limited.”
Confirmed by Disney’s official Disney Eats Instagram account, Nomad Lounge will begin accepting reservations on November 8. This is a big change, as the lounge currently only operates with a day-of waitlist accessed through My Disney Experience. Reservation booking will open on October 28. Disney says a waitlist will still be available.
Nomad Lounge added mobile order for its popular mini churros earlier this month.
More Ongoing Passholder Deals
Several previously announced perks for Disney World annual passholders are still valid.
Passholders who renew their pass will receive a Mickey Mouse magnet in the mail.
A passholder-exclusive shirt and pin are available at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom, happening on select nights now through October 31. The shirt and pin are available at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.
Passholder-exclusive merchandise is also available during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, taking place daily now through November 21. The exclusive merch is available at Creations Shop.
Disney World passholders can purchase 1-day water park tickets for $49. This is compared to the usual $79 price.
Passholders can save $10 on tickets for select nights of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom and any night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Passholders can save 20% on tickets to Drawn to Life, the Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs, now through December 13.
Passholders can stay at select Disney World hotels for discounted rates of up to 30% off select dates now through December 24, 2026, and up to 35% off select dates from January 3 to April 29, 2027.
Also in 2027, passholders can save $30 on tickets to Disney After Hours at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. See our report from attending Disney After Hours events in 2026 at EPCOT and at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to see if the parties are worth attending.
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