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Lightning Lane at Disneyland Resort FAQ




Just when we were getting used to Disney's Genie+ services, Disney has decided to release another change to the system.  On June 25, 2024, Disney introduced the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass system.  For Disneyland, it works the same as Genie+ but is branded with a new name.  Instead of Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane, the new name is Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass. There will still be the complimentary Genie service.  This new Lightning Lane system began on July 24, 2024.

What is Disney Genie service?

Disney's Genie service is a free planning tool that guides you through the Disneyland park while providing tips to help plan your day. Guests can find the Genie service on the Disneyland app. The Genie service was released on December of 2021 shortly after Walt Disney World released their version. The free Genie service acts like your very own virtual assistant and lists forecasted wait times, where you can mobile order, manage check-in and dining reservations.

As one enters the park at Disneyland, click on the "My Genie Day" part of the app. When it opens, you can click on Tip Board. The Tip Board has the option on checking out the "Attractions & Shows" where is lists standby wait times or "Dining" where it lists all the places you can mobile order. Most recently, Disneyland has added a "Show Only Disney Genie+ Lightning Lanes" toggle where you can see the availability of all the rides offered under the paid service.

What is Disney's Lightning Lane Multi Pass?


Disneyland's new Lightning Lane Multi Pass is the paid version allowing guests to enter a special line called the Lightning Lane. This allows you to skip the standby line and go through the Lightning Lane for quicker access to the attraction. It does include PhotoPass Downloads at the Disneyland Resort. When you add the Lightning Lane Multi Pass to your day, you can select the next available arrival window for select Lightening Lane entrances. You can purchase for $30 per day, per ticket when purchased in advance. It allows you to select the next available arrival window for Disney's Lightning Lane entrances (subject to availability). Limit one Lightning Lane selection per experience per day. You can only hold one Lightning Lane reservation at a time.

Disney PhotoPass

When you purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass, it also includes unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo download from your day, as well as fun new audio experiences that you can experience in the parks.

What attractions are available with the Lightning Lane Multi Pass? 

Of the 58 attractions in Disneyland, the Lightning Lane Multi Pass is offered for the following attractions:

Disneyland Park Attractions
  • Autopia
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
  • Buzz Lightyear Astro Blaster
  • Haunted Mansion
  • Indiana Jones Adventure
  • "it's a small world"
  • Matterhorn Bobsleds
  • Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
  • Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run
  • Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin
  • Space Mountain
  • Star Tours-The Adventure Continues
Disney California Adventure Park Attractions
  • Goofy's Sky School
  • Grizzly River Run
  • Guardians of the Galaxy
  • Mission BREAKOUT
  • Incredicoaster
  • Monsters Inc: Mike and Sulley to the Rescue
  • The Little Mermaid-Ariel's Undersea Adventure
  • Soarin' Around the World
  • Toy Story Midway Mania
  • Web Slingers: A Spiderman Adventure

How much does all of it cost?

The Disney Genie service, the planning tool, is complimentary. If you would like access to the additional features, you can purchase the Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $30 per day per person. Unlike Walt Disney World, you can purchase the Lightning Lane Multi Pass as part of your vacation package or when you purchase your ticket. You also have the option of purchasing it on a day by day basis through the Disneyland app.


How does the Lightning Lane Single Pass Selection work?

In addition to the attractions included in the Lightning Lane Multi Pass service, there are two attractions that are not included. Guests will need to purchase access to the Lightning Lane Single Pass.  The cost depends on the day but typically ranges from $16-$26 per person, and would need to be purchased for everyone in your party. You do not have to purchase the Lightning Lane Multi Pass to ride the attraction, you only need to purchase the Lightning Lane Single Pass  if you would like to use the Lightning Lane to bypass the standby lane. This option is subject to limited availability.

The following attractions are included in the Individual Lightning Lane Selections:

Disneyland Park
  • Rise of the Resistance
Disney California Adventure Park
  • Radiator Springs Racers
Can I purchase both the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass options? Yes, you can purchase both the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass options.

Can I purchase just the Lightning Lane Single Pass option? Yes. You do not have to purchase the Lightning Lane Multi Pass to purchase the Lightning Lane Single Pass option.

Can I still ride attractions if I don't want to pay for Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass? Yes! There will still be standby attraction queues and virtual queues for select attractions available complimentary to all guests.

When can I make my Lightning Lane selections? Lightning Lane selections can be made on the day of your park visit. At the Disneyland Resort, guests can purchase on the day of their visit and can pick their first Lightning Lane selection once they enter a theme park.

Can I make Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections at both Disneyland parks or just one per day? Guests can make selections across the theme parks per day if you have a park hopper. So if you start the day in Disneyland and then park hop over to Disney's California Adventure, you can continue making Lightning Lane selections throughout the day. It is important to note that Lightning Lane Single Pass selections are only available for up to two different attractions per day, per guest.

Can I modify my Lightning Lane Return times? Yes, you can modify your times. You will need to go to "My Day" and click on the three dots of the attraction you booked. Go to Modify Plan and it'll prompt you to "change to this time".  This will be pending availability.
Planning a Disneyland vacation? We'd love to help! Contact your Kingdom Konsultant travel professional or submit a request form for a free quote today. For additional help planning your Disneyland vacation, visit our Disneyland page for more posts, such as our Top 10 Must Do's at Disneyland post. 

We Want to Hear From You

What do you think about the new service? Do you think it's worth the cost or do you prefer to use the standby queue? Do you have any questions about the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass.? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.


Elisa Mendoza loves helping others create magical memories with their family and friends. You can email Elisa at elisa@kingdomkonsultant.com.
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