Merchandise Mobile Checkout Is Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

Since last year, we’ve been testing a new mobile checkout option at select merchandise shops throughout Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, available through our mobile apps. And just in time for holiday shopping, Guests can enjoy this feature at even more locations!

Mobile checkout is currently available or coming soon to the following merchandise locations:

Walt Disney World Resort

  • World of Disney at Disney Springs
  • Creations Shop at EPCOT
  • Emporium at Magic Kingdom Park – New!
  • Mickey’s of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Coming soon!
  • Island Mercantile at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – Coming soon! 

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

  • Disney Clothiers, Ltd., China Closet and Plaza Point
  • Emporium
  • Pioneer Mercantile and Bonanza Outfitters – New!
  • The Star Trader – New!

Disney California Adventure Park

  • Elias & Co.
  • WEB Suppliers – New!
  • Knick’s Knacks – New!

Downtown Disney District

  • World of Disney 
NEW "Scan-and-Go" Merchandise Mobile Checkout Now Available at Walt Disney World - WDW News Today

Guests should check the My Disney Experience or Disneyland app* during your visit for the latest location availability.

If Guests haven’t tried it yet, merchandise mobile checkout is a convenient shopping option available at select shops – it helps Guests save time by scanning and paying for items right from their phone. When Guests are ready to shop, they can simply open the My Disney Experience or Disneyland app and scan the barcodes on their souvenirs as they add them to bag. Once their shopping experience is complete, Guests can show their purchase QR code and selected items to a Cast Member at the designated exit, and they’re all set! 

Shopping with an eligible Annual Passholder, Magic Key or Disney Vacation Club discount?** Guest should make sure their pass or membership is linked to their Disney account, and valid discounts will be applied when they use mobile checkout.

Mobile checkout is just one of the recent enhancements and planning features available in our mobile apps. Mobile order service continues to add new locations for both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort including candy kitchens, where Guests can save time and order holiday treats in advance.

For Guests shopping from home, be sure to check out shopDisney.com for a great assortment of holiday merchandise!

*Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations and features may vary by handset or service provider. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first.  Some app features require valid theme park admission and park reservation.

**At this time, Disney Visa Cardmembers should check out at an in-store register to receive the Disney Visa Cardmember discount of 10% off select merchandise purchases of $50 or more.

Cavalcade Show Times Now Listed

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

Via wdwnt.com

Since traditional parades have still not returned to Walt Disney World, guests are always eager to spot a Character Cavalcade coming through the park to entertain. Catching these performances is now easier than ever, as Disney has posted show times on Digital Boards around the Magic Kingdom, as well as in the My Disney Experience App.

This board near Cinderella Castle displays multiple shows and times, like Mickey & Friends and Tinker Bell & the Lost Treasure.

My Disney Experience App show times

All show times are easily accessible in the app as well under the “Entertainment” section.

My Disney Experience App show times

Disney Reveals Character Cavalcade Times

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Via DisDining.com

As Walt Disney World continues to navigate trying to get back to “normal” after their phased reopening, we’re seeing more and more experiences returning. From attraction experiences (Haunted Mansion Stretching Room), to entertainment (fireworks are back!), and restaurants (Casey’s Corner returns) plus more… we’re slowly seeing the magic unfold back to pre-COVID status. While we know not everything will return as it was, we do have our list of top things we REALLY hope Disney brings back. One of those are the parades! Interestingly enough, the current Magic Kingdom Character Cavalcades now have showtimes listed on the My Disney Experience App.

When Walt Disney World first began their phased reopening, they cancelled all parades due to the issue of guests crowding in one location. They did however offer Character Cavalcades where guests could still see select Disney characters on a parade float that would pass by at unexpected times. Disney purposely didn’t list the times for these cavalcades to keep people from gathering together in anticipation of seeing characters. With social distancing guidelines a thing of the past, guests gathering together now for fireworks for example is expected. With that in mind, Disney is now listing the Character Cavalcades on the My Disney Experience App so you can plan to be near the parade route in advance to catch a glance at Disney characters.

The message posted on the Walt Disney World website still reads: “From special cavalcades down the Magic Kingdom park parade route and friends sailing the waterways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park to processions along World Showcase promenade at EPCOT and motorcades on Hollywood Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, each area will come to life throughout the day. You never know when a party of your pals may come by, so be prepared for plenty of surprises!”

However, guests can now know when to expect Magic Kingdom’s Character Cavalcades as listed on the My Disney Experience App shown in the screenshots below:

Currently, the app is only showing Magic Kingdom’s cavalcades. Since Disney has decided to share times for these character cavalcades, could that mean parades (such as the Festival of Fantasy Parade) make a return soon? If Disney is listing the cavalcade times and crowds are gathering anyway, wouldn’t that mean the return of parades could be possible?

Earth Day Activities Land on My Disney Experience App April 22

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks

Earth Day is right around the corner and Disney is celebrating! While we’re enjoying all the celebrations of Earth Month Disney is currently offering throughout April, we’re thrilled to learn Disney is bringing an extra dose of fun to Earth Day with the My Disney Experience App!

As shared by Disney: “On Earth Day, April 22, be sure to check out the My Disney Experience app to learn all about different projects from Disney destinations around the world and how you can participate through activities at home that can help make a difference. From recycling plastic bottles in Florida to creating pollinator gardens in Paris, we’re finding new practices that help the environment and we invite you to join us wherever you may be!”

Screenshots of Sounds of the Wild and Wild Sights on the My Disney Experience app

On the app you’ll come across activities such as a new series of mini games that will test how well you know the sounds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You’ll even have a chance to meet the adorable Nigerian dwarf goats of Kilimanjaro Safaris! Disney will offer downloadable wallpaper, virtual backgrounds, and more. And if you’re a fan of all things trivia, get ready for an Earth Day trivia challenge which launches on Friday, April 23!  

Be sure to download the My Disney Experience App if you haven’t already so you’ll be able to enjoy these experiences right from the comfort of your home, or while spending the day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Happy Earth Month, and soon to be Earth Day, Disney fans!

MagicMobile Pass Now Listed on My Disney Experience App

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

We previously shared the news that Disney is introducing a new system called “MagicMobile” that will soon debut as an innovative way to have all access to your park tickets and more right from the My Disney Experience App. This new MagicMobile is said to be beneficial to all Disney guests, but especially Disney resort guests which no longer receive a complimentary MagicBands. Well, it looks like the MagicMobile will hopefully be arriving sooner rather than later, as it now appears on the My Disney Experience App menu.

Head to the menu page on your My Disney Experience App where you’ll now see “Disney MagicMobile Pass”.

When pressing the “Disney MagicMobile Pass” option, you’ll be sent to this “Coming Soon!” screen with the details.