Disneyland has just made a surprise announcement that a new type of Magic Key pass will be offered during the next sale. When this pass debuts, the current pass type it’s replacing will be retired.
Keep reading for everything we know about this new pass and how it compares to its former version. At Mickey Visit, we report on the latest Disney news, including return dates for Paint the Night Parade and other 70th offerings, and 2026 opening dates for new Disneyland attractions revealed.
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New Type of Magic Key Pass Debuts Soon
The new Explore Key pass will debut January 13, 2026, on the next Magic Key sale date. This will go on sale alongside the Imagine Key pass.
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This pass is comparable to the current Enchant Key pass but has slightly different perks. The Enchant Key will be retired upon the launch of this new pass. It will no longer be available for sale or renewal.
If you currently have an Enchant Key, you can keep using your pass until its expiration date. If you renew on or after January 13, 2026, you’ll have the option to renew with a different pass type, including the new Explore Key pass.
The key difference between the Explore Key pass and the Enchant Pass is the blockout dates. This article has been updated. Previously, we stated that the parking discount being limited to only Toy Story was a new feature of the pass.
The change in blockout dates is that Explore Key holders will now be able to visit during weekdays in June and July. Enchant Key holders, by comparison, were blocked out for almost the entirety of June and July.
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The price of the new Explore Key pass is $999. This is an increase compared to the Enchant Key pricing of $974.
Here are the other benefits of the Explore Key pass:
- Reservation-based Park Hopper admission with an ability to hold up to 4 theme park reservations at a time
- Up to 10% off select merchandise and dining
- 25% off parking at the Toy Story Parking area
- 25% off the purchase of Lightning Lane Multi Pass
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