We know a lot goes into planning a Disney World vacation, and with the planning can come a lot of questions.

Magic Kingdom

As of July 24th, the skip-the-line system at Disney World has changed, so we expect that a lot of questions right now are focused on these changes. There’s a lot to learn and understand ahead of your trip especially since you can reserve a few Lightning Lane experiences in advance. However, there’s one question that we haven’t really answered yet — at what age do you need a Lightning Lane reservation?

Genie+ has completely changed! You will now be able to book Lightning Lane Multi Passes and Lightning Lane Single Passes during your trip to Disney World. Lightning Lane is the skip-the-line system that you pay for. When you purchase Multi Pass, you have access to the many experiences in each park that fall under the Multi Pass system.

Lightning Lane changes are HERE!

Lightning Lane Sing Pass is for all the rides in each park that you have to pay for individually that do not fall under Multi Pass.

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With both services, Multi Pass and Single Pass, you get a designated time to visit the rides that you book so you can enter the Lightning Lane line and bypass the standby line. It’s great if you don’t like standing in long lines!

Lightning Lane at Spaceship Earth

If this new system sounds confusing, don’t worry, it was actually pretty simple to use when we tried it out on the first day! We broke down everything you need to know into 1,000 words or less, so check out the article below.

Breaking Down Disney World’s NEW Lightning Lane System in Under 1,000 Words 

Scanning into a Lightning Lane at Disney World

Ok, so now that you know what Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Sing Pass are, you may be wondering if your little kids that you’re taking with you on your trip need these reservations as well. And here’s the simple answer — if you had to buy them a park ticket, then you will also need to book them Lightning Lane selections if you wish to use the system.

Attraction Sign at Animal Kingdom directing Guests to Standby Line and Lightning Lane Entrances

Kids aged 3 and up need park tickets, so that means that if you wish to use the Lightning Lane system, they will also need these bookings as well. So make sure that you have all the names of your party selected to ensure everyone gets their selection!

TRON Lightcycle / RUN Lightning Lane

Disney also offers a Rider Switch service for families with kids who can’t ride or don’t want to ride with their siblings. This means that one parent can take the child who can or wants to ride the ride while the other parent waits with the child not riding. When the parent riding is done, the other parent can take the child riding on the same ride again without waiting in line. You’ll need to check with the Cast Members at the ride to ensure that this option is available, but it can be a great way to accommodate children who can’t ride certain rides!

Toy Story Land

We hope this helps you understand and use the new Lightning Lane system on your next trip to Disney World!

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