NEW MagicBand+ Options Coming This Wednesday!
We’ve got some exciting news for those ready to jump on the MagicBand+ bandwagon! shopDisney took to social media today to announce that brand new band styles will be hitting the online shop starting this Wednesday, August 17th at 7 am PST!
You can check out their official post below:
Electric news. Even more spectacular MagicBand+ fun arriving August 17th at 7 a.m. PT. https://t.co/N1KnbapQQH pic.twitter.com/V6jc6UBZo8
— shopDisney (@shopDisney) August 15, 2022
As you can see, the version shown in the image is themed after the beloved classic Main Street Electrical Parade which has been an attraction at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World over the years!
When they arrive on Wednesday, the new styles will join an exciting MagicBand+ line-up currently available on shopDisney. As you can see from the image above this includes plain colored bands as well as Pride, Mom, Dad, Lilo & Stitch and more! From what we’re seeing prices for MagicBand+ bands typically start around $34.99 with prices going up to $45 for themed options.


Photo: Disney
What are the Advantages of MagicBand+?
MagicBand+ has the same awesome functionality you’ve come to know and love with MagicBand. You can use your bands to unlock your resort room door, enter the parks, pay for gifts and more! Plus, there’s a few extra bells and whistles thrown in!
Here’s a look at some of the extras you’ll be able to enjoy as a MagicBand+ user:
- Color-changing lights
- Haptic vibrations
- Gesture recognition
- Pairs with your smartphone using the My Disney Experience app.
- Disney Fab 50 Quest – Interact with the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection at the Walt Disney World theme parks with the “Disney Fab 50 Quest.” Help Tinker Bell bring the sculptures to life using virtual pixie dust!
- Star Wars Batuu Bounty Hunters- Use your MagicBand+ as your tool in seeking out virtual bounties hidden across Black Spire Outpost. Vibrations and Lights on MagicBand+ will guide you down the right path.
- Nighttime Spectacular displays – During “Disney Enchantment” at Magic Kingdom and “Harmonious” at EPCOT your MagicBand+ will light up and vibrate in sync with the fireworks, visual effects and music!
Can I still use my old MagicBand?
You bet. Guests can still use previous incarnations of the magic bands without the lights and haptic vibrations to enter the parks, unlock your resort room door, and more! In addition, the MagicBand functionality is also available solely through your mobile phone via the My Disney Experience app for those who prefer to leave your bands at home.
Here’s a quick infographic to help you decide which is the best option for you!
If MagicBand+ is the way you want to experience your next Disney getaway then be sure to head over to shopDisney bright and early on Wednesday and pick up one of the new bands while supplies last.
Readers will also want to keep following along with MickeyBlog for further Walt Disney World news and updates. We’ll be coming to you LIVE! from the theme parks each and every week.
Did you know that Disney Packages are currently available to book through the mid of 2023!? That gives you plenty of time to plan that magical getaway and I’m here to help.
With new policies and procedures in place during the year ahead, there’s never been a better time to work with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner who can help you navigate through Disney’s new way of doing things! I’ll be on hand to assist with everything from finding that perfect package and getting the best deals to organizing park passes, Disney Genie+ and dining reservations. Best of all- my services are ABSOLUTELY FREE!
Just fill out my form HERE to get your FREE, no-obligation quote. Alternatively, feel free to reach out at mroden@mickeytravels.com or follow along on Facebook