Don’t look now, but summer is just around the corner, and Disney World is going to be THE place to be for Disney World Annual Passholders.

Disney World Annual Pass

Every year, Disney World hosts V.I.PASSHOLDER Days, where the summer brings TONS of perks to those who have a Disney World Annual Pass. Increased discounts, freebies, and exclusive opportunities are all coming to Annual Passholders this year, and you’re going to want to take advantage of them all. V.I.PASSHOLDER Days will run from May 1st through July 31st, so let’s take a look at the four major perks that start in 13 days!

New Passholder Magnet

There’s a new Annual Passholder magnet on the way this summer, and it’s going to feature your favorite duo from Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear and Woody. The magnet will be available to pick up at EPCOT’s Creations Shop from May 1st to July 31st during regular park hours. There is a limit of one magnet per passholder, and you’ll need to show your Annual Pass on the My Disney Experience app to pick up your magnet as well.

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This seems like a great way to celebrate the newly reopened Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin! The ride has gone under some major refurbishment, and now you can shoot the new targets with handheld blasters. You can also get about 999,999 points, which means the limit is infinity and beyond.

Point and shoot!

Passholder Popcorn Bucket

Disney World is releasing an exclusive popcorn bucket just for Annual Passholders. The new popcorn bucket features artwork by designer and illustrator Ashley Taylor of all four theme parks and some favorite Passholder magnet characters! You’ll be able to pick up this popcorn bucket starting on May 1st at the following locations:

• City Hall Popcorn Cart in Magic Kingdom
• Chakranadi in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
• Popcorn Cart between The Hollywood Brown Derby and The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
• Popcorn Cart in World Celebration near Creations Shop in EPCOT
• Mainstage Cart in the Marketplace between World of Disney and Ghirardelli in Disney Springs

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40% Dining Discount

Time to start booking those Disney World restaurants, because Annual Passholders will be able to get 40% off on select dining spots across the Disney World Resort! You can save 40% at the following spots:

• Biergarten Restaurant (lunch only)
• Coral Reef Restaurant (dinner only)
• Garden Grill Restaurant (lunch and dinner)
• Hollywood & Vine (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Tiffins Restaurant (dinner only)
• Tusker House Restaurant (lunch and dinner)
• Boatwright’s Dining Hall (dinner only)
• Cape May Cafe (dinner only)
• Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood (dinner)
• Whispering Canyon Cafe (brunch and dinner)

You can also save 20% at Be Our Guest Restaurant and The Crystal Palace for the first time — Magic Kingdom’s most popular restaurants.

The Grand Ballroom in Be Our Guest Restaurant

Exclusive Merchandise

A whole new set of exclusive merchandise and gear will be coming for Annual Passholders as well. The merch will first drop at Creations Shop in EPCOT on May 1st. Then, the Emporium in Magic Kingdom, World of Disney in Disney Springs, and Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on the week of May 10th. The collection includes an adult zip-up hoodie, adult tee, Loungefly crossbody bag, adult baseball hat, and Corkcicle canteen. Don’t forget to use your 20% merchandise discount on these items.

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Make sure to keep an eye out for even more perks and exclusive opportunities for Annual Passholders throughout the summer. We’re hoping for some limited-time food and drink items! Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog, so you can stay up to date on all the latest Disney news and updates!

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