Anyone who has been to Walt Disney World in recent years knows that the Disney World App is an integral part of the resort experience, which makes any changes to the system’s interface a big deal!
Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle
In mid-March 2026, Disney rolled out some changes that updated the My Disney Experience app’s visual language as some functionality elements.
The app’s main welcome page still looks similar, with information on the Lightning Lane tiers…
©Disney
… along with park hours, and links to ongoing events and new attractions.
©Disney
The full Disney World map remains available as one would expect…
©Disney
… including the ability to zoom into each park to see all attraction and dining wait times.
©Disney
The visual look of the search interface has been overhauled, with the images made large and changed in shape from round to rectangular. We did note some occasional glitches with the search, as well as the tendency to list events before the attraction itself.
©Disney
For reference, here’s what the search page used to look like when populating results:
©Disney
Shortcuts are still available to pull up from the bottom of the page…
©Disney
… and features including dining reservations, mobile order, tickets, Lightning Lanes, etc. are still available as well.
©Disney
Given the importance of the Disney World App to the overall resort experience, any change — even visual updates — is worth monitoring. Stay tuned to DFB for more on any changes coming to the “Most Magical Place on Earth.”
6 Perks That Make a Disney Cruise Better Than Disney World
Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe!
WE KNOW DISNEY.
YOU CAN, TOO.
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
Did you notice the changes to the Disney World App? Let us know know in the comments below.
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
TRENDING NOW
Three big Disney announcements just made our week!
More changes have arrived in Magic Kingdom!
This new Loungefly collection is pure evil!
These eight new Loungeflys up for preorder are waiting for a home!
We need the remix of this classic Disney song added to Spotify ASAP!
Two attractions just reopened in EPCOT early!
You won't regret picking up these super affordable essentials on Amazon!
Will Disney World be suspiciously empty in 2027? Here are the reasons why people might...
Check out these Disney World essentials on Amazon!
These bags are made specifically with air travel in mind.
Listen, we love Disney World but there are some changes they've made that we just...
Disney leadership is changing again!
If you find yourself feeling ill at Disney World, keep these things in mind.
According to recent reports, it looks like the Brightline train could be in big trouble.
EPCOT is one of the best Disney World parks to grab a bite to eat....
Disneyland's President has announced a new experience coming to Anaheim this August!
A big closure is coming at the beginning of the year.
If you've been visiting Disney World for years, there's a good chance at least one...
Disney World will look totally different in 2027!
We've tested these 5 Disney World essentials!