Annual Passholders Return to “Good to Go” Access at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort has confirmed the return of Good to Go days for Annual Passholders, reintroducing a level of flexibility that many frequent visitors have been eager to see again. These designated dates allow Passholders to enter participating theme parks without the need for a park reservation, offering a more spontaneous approach to visiting the parks.

Since the introduction of the park reservation system, even guests with valid Annual Passes have been required to plan visits in advance. While the system has helped manage capacity, it also removed much of the freedom that once defined the Annual Passholder experience. Good to Go days mark a notable shift back toward flexibility, even if only on a limited basis.

What Are Good to Go Days

On Good to Go dates, eligible Annual Passholders can visit Walt Disney World theme parks without securing a park reservation ahead of time. As long as the pass is active and admission is valid, guests can arrive at the parks and enter normally.

This update is particularly valuable for local Passholders and frequent visitors who enjoy making last minute decisions based on weather, work schedules, or simply how they feel that day. It also benefits guests who prefer to avoid rigid itineraries and enjoy the parks at a more relaxed pace.

Dates Included

To help Passholders plan ahead, Disney has released a specific list of upcoming Good to Go dates.

It is important to note that these dates are limited and clearly defined to the 12th,13th,14th. Outside of these days, the standard park reservation rules remain in place for Annual Passholders.

Important Things to Know Before You Go

While Good to Go days remove the reservation requirement, a few conditions still apply. Guests must hold an active Annual Pass and valid admission on the day of their visit. Park hopping rules and park capacity limits still apply, meaning entry is subject to availability if a park reaches capacity later in the day.

Additionally, the specific parks available under Good to Go access may vary depending on operational needs. Guests are encouraged to check official park updates on the day of their visit to confirm availability and operating details.

Why This Matters to Passholders

For many Annual Passholders, flexibility is one of the most important benefits of holding a pass. The return of Good to Go days represents more than just convenience. It signals Disney’s ongoing effort to rebalance guest experience with operational control, especially for its most loyal visitors.

Before the pandemic, unrestricted access was a defining feature of Annual Passes. While Good to Go days do not fully restore that level of freedom, they do acknowledge the desire for spontaneity and restore some of the ease that Passholders once enjoyed.

Looking Ahead

Whether these dates expand in the future remains to be seen, but their return is a positive sign for guests hoping for continued easing of reservation requirements. For now, Passholders who value flexibility will want to take note of the included dates and take advantage of the opportunity to visit without advance planning.

For frequent visitors, these days offer a chance to rediscover one of the simplest pleasures of being an Annual Passholder: deciding to go to Walt Disney World and just going.