Disney Ticket Prices Soar 126% in a Decade, Sparking Widespread Outcry

New York, NY – The Walt Disney Company has once again increased ticket prices across its major U.S. theme parks, Disneyland and Walt Disney World, with some top-tier tickets at Disneyland now costing 126% more than a decade ago. The New York Post highlighted this development on its October 25, 2025 cover, accessible via a tweet from the publication stating, "Today’s cover: https://t.co/SsAWiW2fIA." This latest surge, which went into effect recently, has ignited significant backlash from parkgoers and fans on social media.

The steepest increases are observed at Disneyland, where the Tier 6 one-day pass, valid on the busiest days, jumped by $18 to a record $224 per adult. Similarly, the five-day Park Hopper pass saw a $39 increase, reaching $655, marking a nearly 108% rise over the past ten years. Annual passes also experienced sharp hikes, with Disneyland’s top-tier Inspire Key rising by $150 to $1,899 and the Believe Key increasing by $100 to $1,474.

At Walt Disney World, peak one-day tickets surpassed the $200 mark for the first time, now costing $209, while annual passes saw a $20 increase across all tiers. Parking fees also climbed from $30 to $35 for both standard and preferred options. These adjustments represent the broadest coast-to-coast price surge in years, according to reports.

Disney officials have attributed the hikes to rising labor costs and ongoing park expansions, noting that cast member wages have more than doubled since 2015. A Disney spokesperson stated, "Our commitment to creating magical experiences for everyone remains at the heart of what we do — and that will never change." The company also pointed out that the $104 lowest-tier ticket price has remained unchanged for seven years, and a new California Resident Park Hopper deal offers three days for $249.

Despite Disney's explanations, public reaction has been largely negative. Social media users expressed frustration, with one Reddit user quoted in the New York Post stating, "I think they have already hit the price limits people are willing to pay for a lot of things." Another commenter added, "I’m done at this point. I paid last year after the price hike but I’m not going to renew. Disney keeps taking away things while raising prices." The theme parks division has been a significant profit driver for Disney, generating $8.12 billion in profit this year, a third more than its film, streaming, and sports businesses combined.