Disney Drops Annual Passholder Starlight Reservation Rule and Lifts Blocking for Cast Members at Magic Kingdom

On July 20, 2025, during the Starlight parade launch at Walt Disney World, Annual Passholders were asked to book a time slot for Magic Kingdom park, regardless of when they wanted to visit – even after 2 pm. This was different from past policies. Notably, Magic Kingdom was the only park requiring reservations; EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom could still be visited without reservations after 2 pm.







