Disney's 2026 military tickets expire Dec. 18, and the 2027 versions still aren't out. Shades of Green says details will likely come "sometime in November."
Magic Kingdom and Disneyland will both hold Veterans Day Flag Retreat ceremonies on Wednesday, Nov. 11, Disney Parks Blog said. Disney hasn't announced any other Nov. 11 event, and Universal hasn't posted one either.
Still missing: Disney's 2027 military tickets. The 2026 Disney World Military Salute tickets expire Dec. 18. Shades of Green, the military resort at Disney World, expects 2027 details later this month but has no prices or blockout dates yet.
Is there a Veterans Day ceremony at Disney World?
Yes. Magic Kingdom's Flag Retreat happens every day in Town Square on Main Street, U.S.A. Disney's event page listed it at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, and it runs about 15 minutes. Check the app Wednesday.
Guests say the Pledge of Allegiance, a trumpet sounds Retreat and the flag comes down to "The Star-Spangled Banner." Disney calls the ceremony "a thank you to veterans for their service."
Fans say a guest veteran is often invited to help as "Veteran of the Day." Disney's event page doesn't mention it, so don't count on it.
Disneyland's Veterans Day Flag Retreat has no posted time yet, so check the Disneyland app.
What's in Disney's Veterans Day merchandise collection?
Disney's collection puts Mickey on patriotic designs inspired by every military branch: a T-shirt, spirit jersey, mug and baseball cap. A commemorative pin is sold only at Disney World. Disney didn't list prices, and it's while supplies last.
Look in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom or Disneyland, World of Disney at Disney Springs or Downtown Disney, and one main shop in each other park.
How much are Disney World military tickets?
Disney's 2026 Military Salute tickets are for active and retired service members, including the Guard, Reserve, Coast Guard and Space Force, plus spouses with a valid military ID. Prices before tax:
Disney Celebrates America (unlimited visits): $499 with Park Hopper, $529 with Park Hopper Plus
6-Day: $449 or $479
5-Day: $429 or $459
4-Day: $409 or $439
Tax is added at park ticket windows but not at base ticket offices or Shades of Green, where prices "may be less," Disney says. Shades of Green lists the 4-day Park Hopper at $405 and Celebrates America at $494.
Thanksgiving week (Nov. 22 to 28) is blocked out, and every ticket dies Dec. 18.
Disney's military room deal runs through Dec. 18, too: up to 25% off Deluxe hotels like the Grand Floridian and Polynesian, 20% at Moderates and 15% at Values for most nights outside Thanksgiving week. Book at (407) 939-7830.
Can veterans buy Disney military tickets?
Most can't. Disney's deal covers active-duty and retired members, and Shades of Green says Disney won't accept a Veteran Health ID card or benefits paperwork.
Shades of Green is more open. The Army-run resort welcomes 100% disabled veterans, Purple Heart recipients, former POWs and veterans with VA service-connected disability ratings. Those guests can buy regular Disney tickets there for roughly 10% to 20% off, tax-free.
Its "Salute to Our Veterans" program also opens stays in January and September to any honorably discharged veteran with a DD-214.
What does Disneyland offer military guests?
1-Day 1-Park: $98 for kids, $104 for adults, good through Dec. 30, 2027
3-Day Park Hopper: $314, or $416 with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
4-Day Park Hopper: $369, or $505 with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
That 1-day ticket is the only Disney military ticket on either coast already good in 2027. The 3- and 4-day tickets must be bought by Dec. 27 and used by Dec. 31. Buy at base ticket offices or through GOVX.
Do Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood have military discounts?
Universal Orlando's 2026 Military Freedom Pass covers Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure on the same day, but not Epic Universe. Shades of Green sells it for $220 for adults and $215 for kids, good most days through Dec. 18.
It's for active-duty, Guard, Reserve and retired members, spouses, 100% disabled veterans and Defense Department civilians. Other veterans don't qualify. Buy it at a military ticket and travel office. Universal's military page lists nothing special for Veterans Day.
Universal Studios Hollywood is friendlier to veterans. After ID.me verification, active, retired and eligible veterans get $4 off a 1-day ticket or Universal Express, and $20 off a California Neighbor or Silver Annual Pass. Not huge, but it's something.
What about SeaWorld and Busch Gardens?
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Veterans Day Celebration wraps Wednesday, and SeaWorld Orlando's Veterans Weekend runs Nov. 13 to 15. Both offer 50% off single-day tickets for veterans. Details are in [our theme park roundup](https://news.piratesandprincesses.net/p/veterans-day-2026-theme-park-deals). Free meals are in [our Veterans Day food list](https://news.piratesandprincesses.net/p/veterans-day-2026-free-meals-applebees).
Article compiled and written by Kambrea Pratt (editor-in-chief), Derek Gibbs (beat editor) and the Pirates & Princesses newsroom. Pirates & Princesses is part of WebReef Media.
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Hat Tips:
Disney Parks Blog (Oct. 19, 2026), Veterans Day merchandise collection, shop list and the Nov. 11 Flag Retreat ceremonies
Walt Disney World (Nov. 2026), Military Salute ticket prices, terms and blockouts, military room discount, Flag Retreat event page
Disneyland Resort (Nov. 2026), military ticket prices and dates
Shades of Green (Nov. 2026), 2027 ticket timing, tax-free ticket prices, Military Freedom Pass price and eligibility, resort eligibility rules
Universal Orlando Resort (Nov. 2026), military eligibility
Universal Studios Hollywood (Nov. 2026), online military discounts
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