Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sells Out for Magic Kingdom on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve 2024

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Posted: Sunday December 22, 2024 8:30am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Walt Disney World's Lightning Lane Premier Pass has now sold out for several key dates during the 2024 holiday season, including Magic Kingdom on both December 25 (Christmas Day) and December 31 (New Year's Eve), as well as Hollywood Studios on December 30.

Magic Kingdom Fully Booked for Christmas and New Year's Eve

Magic Kingdom's Lightning Lane Premier Pass is officially sold out for December 25 and December 31, two of the most popular days at Walt Disney World.

New Year's Eve is equally busy, with guests packing the Magic Kingdom for its special fireworks display and party atmosphere.

Hollywood Studios Joins the List with December 30 Sell-Out

Hollywood Studios has also reached capacity for the Lightning Lane Premier Pass on December 30. Even though there is no major New Year's Eve fireworks show at Hollywood Studios, must-see attractions like Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Slinky Dog Dash continue to drive crowds.

Overview of Current Sell-Out Dates

Here is the latest list of Lightning Lane Premier Pass sell-outs during the holiday season:

Magic Kingdom: December 21, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
EPCOT: December 21
Hollywood Studios: December 28, 29, 30

Why the Premier Pass Is in High Demand

The Lightning Lane Premier Pass provides one-time access to every available Lightning Lane attraction in a single park on a given day. Unlike other Lightning Lane options, it offers unmatched flexibility by allowing guests to visit attractions without scheduling specific arrival times.

The pass also includes Disney PhotoPass perks, such as digital downloads of attraction photos and videos.

Tips for Guests Without a Premier Pass

If you were planning to visit Magic Kingdom on December 25 or December 31, or Hollywood Studios on December 30, and have not purchased a Premier Pass, here are some options to consider:

Explore Other Lightning Lane Services: The Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Lightning Lane Single purchases may still be available for select attractions.
Adjust Your Schedule: Consider visiting a different park or adjusting your plans to a date with better availability.
Arrive Early: Guests using standby lines should aim to arrive before park opening to maximize their day.

Looking Ahead to New Year's Week

Guests planning to visit Walt Disney World in the coming days should secure their passes as early as possible or explore alternative strategies to navigate the crowds.

Stay tuned for updates on Lightning Lane Premier Pass availability and tips for making the most of your holiday visit to Disney World.

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Vegas Disney Fan1 day ago

We always go to WDW in the fall/winter when the chillier conditions already decrease the heat risk on my Gfs health, MP will allow us to continue to do that, so in that scenario it works. It’s no replacement for DAS in the heat though so we still won’t be renewing our DL keys as we still won’t be able to go during the hot months without DAS. It’s far from a perfect alternative but at least we aren’t completely shut out which is what we feared. Our formerly 30+ days a year at the parks (8-10 weekend trips to DL plus a week in WDW) is now likely 4-10 days (our normal winter week in WDW and now likely a cool weather weekend or 2 in DL) but that’s a whole lot better than 0.

Ayla2 days ago

So it was a perfectly acceptable alternative to DAS.

Vegas Disney Fan2 days ago

Just returned from our WDW trip and gotta say we really enjoyed MultiPass, felt nearly like the old days with FP, just wish they’d eliminate the 1 time per ride limitation. Frustrating to have to pay for something that was previously free but at least it was a good experience. If they’d offer a yearly option we’d consider keeping our DL keys but it just doesn’t make financial sense to buy an annual pass and then have to pay an extra $20-30 daily just to enjoy the rides also.

TheMaxRebo12 days ago

and the services of the CM and you can go to multiple parks while LLPP only works at one park ... but yeah, if the main reason you are doing the VIP tour is to skip lines/get on rides then LLPP might be a good alternative

WDWTrojan12 days ago

You get one ride on Tron, one on Tiana's and two rides on Guardians. Everything else offers re-rides, though frustratingly you have to sit through all the pre-shows every time. That's a big ask for a $750/hour tour - especially when you basically get the same thing (minus the car and fireworks viewing) for $300/person with the new product.

MickeyLuv'r12 days ago

I should think cutting out daily room service saves WDW quite a bit of money.

MickeyLuv'r12 days ago

I feel the complete opposite. I much prefer the ease of using Express Pass over WDW's LL's. At Universal, I just go on whichever ride I want, whenever I want, and I can go on it as many times in a row as I wish with minimal waiting. With EP, even over busy holiday weeks, which I've done many times, I do not wait 30+ for the rides at Universal. (If you're regularly waiting that long, you're likely doing something wrong.) At WDW, guests have to jump through all kinds of hoops to get a limited # of LL passes. It is not at all as easy to use as EP. Even if I bought LLPP, I'd only be able to ride each attraction once. I also dislike WDW's dumb 7am VQ lottery. In the morning, I want a few moments to quietly sip my coffee while I enjoy the sunrise. Alas, I vote with my wallet. I save WDW for slower months and favor Universal if I'm visiting Orlando over a major holiday week. MK still has better fireworks, but at present, US is vastly easier to tour over holiday weeks.

Disstevefan112 days ago

you sure about that? They may have changed it but I watched a couple of YouTubers and it was only once (no re rides) on the VIP tour and also on this one, they COULD NOT GET ON TRON!!!! it was when it first opened or previews or something