Honoring Heroes: Veterans Day Celebrations at Disney Parks

As we commemorate Veterans Day, we’re proud to honor the extraordinary men and women who serve our nation with dedication and courage. At Disney, we believe in making magical memories with loved ones, and we’re thrilled to announce new ways for U.S. military service members, retired veterans, and their families to experience the wonder of Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line in 2026. 

To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, Walt Disney World is introducing the Disney Celebrates America Military Salute Ticket. This commemorative ticket is available to eligible U.S. service members and their families for just $499 per person plus tax, granting you access to all four Walt Disney World theme parks throughout 2026. It’s a chance to create a year of unforgettable moments together, at your own pace, in The Most Magical Place on Earth.  

Additionally, we continue the tradition of offering our Disney Military Salute Tickets that offer outstanding value for 2026 visits. Eligible U.S. service members can enjoy a 6-Day Park Hopper ticket for $449 plus tax (just $75 per day, plus tax). Specially priced 4-Day and 5-Day Park Hopper tickets are also available.  

Both ticket offers are valid January 1 through December 18, 2026, with an advanced theme park reservation and subject to blockout dates from March 29 – April 11, 2026 and November 22 – 28, 2026.  

For more information, details on how to purchase and eligibility, please visit your local participating military base or our official website.  

Disneyland Resort is saluting active and retired U.S. military personnel with promotional theme park tickets.  

With the 2026 Military Salute Ticket Offer, eligible service members can visit Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park with discounted 3-Day and 4-Day Park Hopper tickets valid for visits January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Park reservations are required. This offer will be available for purchase November 18, 2025, through December 27, 2026, at participating U.S. military base ticket offices and via GOVX.com. 

2026 Military Salute Ticket Offer 

An additional opportunity for special savings, a 1-Day, 1-Park Disneyland Resort Military Adult Ticket is $104, subject to park reservation availability. A 1-Day, 1-Park child ticket (ages 3-9) is also available for $98. For the first time, these tickets are available for purchase via GOVX.com – in addition to U.S. military base ticket offices – beginning November 18, 2025, valid for visits November 18, 2025, through December 30, 2027, with no blockout dates. 

U.S. military members can visit their military base ticket office or GOVX.com starting November 18 for more information, including eligibility requirements and other restrictions. 

U.S. military service members and retired veterans can set sail and enjoy the magic of Disney at sea while visiting spectacular destinations around the world with special offers on select Disney Cruise Line sailings.  

Eligible active and retired US military personnel can earn a $250 onboard credit per stateroom for all 2026 sailings from Florida aboard the Disney Wish and Disney Dream. Disney Cruise Line is also offering special military rates on select Disney cruises. 

Once onboard, everyone in the family will enjoy extraordinary entertainment, world-class dining and industry-leading guest service that immerses guests in legendary storytelling that only Disney can create. Visit disneycruise.com for complete details. 

On behalf of everyone at Disney, thank you for your service and sacrifice. We look forward to welcoming you and your families to create cherished memories together in 2026. 

In honor of Veterans Day, everyone’s favorite patriotic Muppet, Sam Eagle, spreads his wings for a hearty salute to all those who have served in the U.S. military. Of course, as Sam would say, “Saluting is the most dignified thing a bird can do!”

His proud message is a tribute befitting those who have valiantly served our nation in uniform — with just a touch of Sam’s signature seriousness (and maybe a feathered flourish or two).

Check back throughout the day to discover more ways Disney Parks celebrates Veterans Day, honors U.S. military heroes and their families, and perhaps even spot Sam Eagle keeping watch for any signs of “unpatriotic shenanigans.” 

For over a century, Disney has honored U.S. military service. We uphold this tradition by working with veteran and military nonprofit organizations nationwide. Disney is proud to support programs that benefit service members, veterans, and their families. Here are some recent highlights:  

We are proud to share that we’re deepening our longstanding relationship with Blue Star Families through a $2.5 million donation to help strengthen military families across the country.  Together, Disney and Blue Star Families will continue to create unique events and experiences, including the 25^th “Blue Star Books” celebration — an event that will bring military families together to enjoy the simple joys of reading and storytelling. It’s moments like these that truly make a difference, and we’re so proud to be part of them. 

In 2024, Disney VoluntEARS collaborated with Blue Star Families to launch a pilot “Welcome Kit” program supporting military families during permanent change of station (PCS) moves. Each kit was thoughtfully curated with comfort items, entertainment and practical essentials to make relocating easier and help families feel at home in their new communities. This initiative reflects Disney’s ongoing commitment to service members and their loved ones, ensuring they feel welcomed, supported and connected as they begin their next chapter. 

On November 3, VoluntEARS and SALUTE members from Walt Disney World brought holiday cheer to Orlando Fisher House, continuing a cherished annual tradition. This special place provides a “home away from home” for military and veteran families during challenging times.

Each year, VoluntEARS help ensure the space feels comforting and joyful throughout the holiday season. This annual tradition reflects Disney’s ongoing commitment to supporting those who serve and their families. 

For nearly 15 years, Disney has proudly supported Student Veterans of America (SVA) to empower veterans as they pursue higher education and transition into civilian careers. 

This year, we’re building on our relationship with a $245,000 donation to help SVA bring an innovative AI career mentor resource to life for student veterans across 1,600 colleges and universities nationwide. This tool will support veterans in their post-military career development and provide personalized guidance as they prepare for meaningful professional opportunities. 

We were also honored to continue our work with SVA from the $1 million donation as the founding sponsor of the SVA Career Center in 2023 to create a resource designed to help student veterans build meaningful professional pathways. Each year, we continue to champion SVA’s mission through annual support for the SVA National Conference. This is an incredible event that brings together thousands of student veterans from across the nation where they have opportunities to connect, learn and grow.  

Through these ongoing efforts, Disney is proud to play a small role in helping shape a brighter future for those who have served our nation. 

On November 5, VoluntEARS at Disneyland Resort also worked with the USO to create 2,000 care kits for deployed U.S. military service members. These kits include essential items and small comforts designed to remind service members that they are appreciated and supported while serving far from home. 

As a company, Disney has assembled thousands of USO care kits to be sent to active-duty service members stationed around the world, helping to deliver comfort, gratitude and a touch of Disney magic to those who protect our nation.  

Learn more about how we give back to the veteran community here.