MagicBands are a must for all Walt Disney World guests. They are access to your room, dining credits, charging privileges, and so much more! As awesome as MagicBands are, they still bring up a lot of questions as guests prepare to visit the Walt Disney World Resort for the first visit, or maybe the first visit using MagicBands. These RFID enabled bands are fun to decorate, personalize, and even collect! But before you visit the Walt Disney World Resort, you may want to learn more about MagicBands and their functionality.
How do I know if my MagicBands have been ordered? In My Disney Experience, choose the MagicBands and Cards. This is where you will choose the color and personalize the bands. About 30 days before your trip, you should see a Shipping Notification and Tracking Number in My Disney Experience. This lets you know they are on their way! If you do not see this, visit the customization page and be sure to confirm your shipping address.
How long does it take for my MagicBands to arrive? After your 30 day mark, they will take about a week to ship. They will go directly to your home via USPS. So keep your eyes open for them!
May I reuse my MagicBands from a previous trip? Yes. If you have a MagicBand from a previous trip, you are welcome to reuse it on a future trip! You can manage which ones are active in your profile on My Disney Experience.
What is the best way to decorate a MagicBand? There are several great options. First, you can purchase Band-Its, Sliders, or Covers at Walt Disney World. Those can be found in the gift shops all over Walt Disney World. Other people choose to use temporary tattoos that they find at the Dollar Store or other locations. Smaller baubles, like you may use with a pedicure or manicure, can be hot glued on your MagicBands to give them some bling. Many people sell high quality vinyl stickers, or if you are crafty, you could make them yourself!
I’m not staying on site. Should I buy MagicBands? Some guests do, some don’t. They do add some extra fun to your trip. You can purchase them before you go via the Disney Store website for $12.95. Some guests like to do this to use them in revealing a surprise trip to family members. How fun!
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