As Of March 19, 2024 All The Disney Cruise Line Ships Can Use DisneyBand+

Already have a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort MagicBand+?

You can use it as a DisneyBand+ during your Disney cruise (for select ships and itineraries)

Locations DisneyBand+ Works

  • Fireworks (Pirate Night)

  • Skyline (Dream and Fantasy)

  • Animator’s Palate

  • Encanto Celebration

  • Disney Magic sailing out of Port Fort Lauderdale will need to go to guest services to link bands they could not do them at the Port

  • Of note DisneyBand+ are not transferrable even within family members

  • As of March 2025 you can use them to scan on and off the ship

Disney Treasure DIsneyBand+

DisneyBand+ Used on Disney Wish Sept 1, 2023 mY rEVIEW

  • Overall review of using the DisneyBand+

  • Great to open your door which is a huge plus

  • Every sailing you plan to use Disney Band+ you will need to link them to the ship at the homeport before sailing maybe sure to have them ready

  • Disney Band+ is amazing when you are carrying food or your hands are full and then you can tap the band to open the door. It makes things very easy.

  • Great for my kids to get into and out of the kids club

  • Fell off very easy therefore get locks (Amazon and Etsy sells them)

  • When charging them the charge light is very bright therefore might want to charge in bathroom

  • Still need Key to the World card to get on and off the ship

  • These rechargeable bands (available in three exclusive DCL designs) will activate “enchanting surprises” and “moments of magic” and, since they’re “adventure-proof,” guests can wear them in the pool, on the AquaMouse and while snorkeling at Castaway Cay

  • If using it to pay for drinks, merchandise or anything else many times you need to take off the band and give it to the cast member

    • Which can cause it to be a pain at times

    • On our first sailing we used the locks that need to be cut off but now found ones that a slide on and off (mush easier)

    • Some new and extra information on the Disney Cruise Line App when sailing with the DisneyBand+ see below

What To Do Once We Receive Disney Band+ In The Mail

  • Open the box and put all the Disney Band+ on the charger

  • Once fully charged, Download on your phone the Disney World App (see photo) NOT the Disney Cruise Line App

  • Once downloaded sign in (should be the same as your DCL App sign-in)

  • Click on the bottom corner and on the next screen select MagicBands and more (see photo)

  • Next click on your name and the link to paid MagicBand+ (see photo)

  • Next hold down the button on the back of the band in order to put it into pairing mode (see photo)

  • Once pair there are some setting you can change (see photo)

  • Of note if you purchased on for another guest in your party they will need to sign in for themselves

  • Of note if you purchased ones for your kids the ability to pair to the app will be under one of the adults (for example it was under my wife’s account and not mine)

Overview of DisneyBand +

What is DisneyBand+?

DisneyBand+ is a waterproof wristband designed to enhance your Disney cruise experience.

From boarding the ship on embarkation day and accessing your stateroom, to charging specialty food and merchandise to the payment card on your stateroom folio and beyond, DisneyBand+ adds convenience, fun and more magic to your cruise!

Disney Cruise Line Designs

Don’t miss your chance to add these delightfully nautical bands to your Disney collection! DisneyBand+ designs may be limited on board—purchase in advance to shop the full variety of available bands.

Already have a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort MagicBand+? You can use it as a DisneyBand+ during your Disney cruise (for select ships and itineraries).

Boarding Made Easier

Enjoy the benefits of DisneyBand+ from the moment you arrive! When you purchase your DisneyBand+ in advance, you can wear it during your port arrival experience (available at United States ports only) and enjoy hands-free convenience as you make your way on to the ship.

Hands-Free Convenience with Magical Surprises

DisneyBand+ provides hands-free convenience throughout the ship and on shore at Disney Castaway Cay. Plus, enchanting surprises await! DisneyBand+ brings onboard magic to life—watch as your band dances with dazzling light and haptic vibrations during interactive moments, including in the dining rooms, during fireworks, in the atrium and kids clubs!

Enjoy All the Benefits of Purchasing Before Your Cruise

Purchase DisneyBand+ before your cruise and choose from over 50 fun designs, including Disney Cruise Line designs options. Purchasing ahead of time allows Guests to receive custom engravings to make your DisneyBand+ unmistakably yours! Plus— you can have them conveniently shipped to your home so you can save time on board. Guests who purchase in advance can experience more convenience and enchanting surprises while on the ship with magical encounters right from day one!

After Purchasing Your Band

I purchased a band. Now what? You're all set! Wear your band on the embarkation date and it will be activated for shipboard use by one of the terminal agents at check-in.

If you are using a band previously used in the theme parks, make sure it's linked to your account. If it appears in your account, you're ready to set sail! If it does not appear, select the "Link" button.

Learn more about DisneyBand+ and our safety and privacy policies by reviewing our frequently asked questions and helpful tips.

Online orders are available only to United States residents with a valid shipping address and a fully paid reservation on select Disney Cruise Line ships and itineraries. The times in which you can order your DisneyBand+ may vary but will not begin more than 45 days prior to your sail date. 

DisneyBand+ History & Timeline Adding To Each DCL Ship

Treasure MArch 2025

DisneyBand+ Offerings for Spring/Summer 2025 Sailings

DisneyBand+ Offerings for Fall 2024 Sailings

Updates for Our Disney Wish Sailing 2023

  • You can not link them in the DCL app but need to use the Disney World App

  • You will still get a Key to the World Card for everyone in the room

  • Port Authorities do not accept the DisneyBand+ must use Key to the World Card

  • Places you will still need the Key to the World Card

    • Edge (because of the special card they get on the Dream and Fantasy)

    • Spa (because they put your Key to the World Card in a box during your treatments)

Offerings for Summer 2024

DisneyBand+ & More – Frequently Asked Questions