Disney World’s New Summer Perks for APs: Extra Discounts, Free Keepsakes, Coffee Challenge

Walt Disney World has announced a new round of discounts, freebies, and special offerings for the second month of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Here are details of the June 2026 updates via the AP Buzz newsletter kinda thing in the My Disney Experience app, plus quick commentary.

For those who unfamiliar with it, V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days is Walt Disney World’s way of saying ‘thank you’ to the most valued guests (and not “unfavorable” attendees!) for being Annual Passholders. V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days started at the beginning of last month, and run through July 31, 2026. This year’s version of the event is a little over two weeks longer than last year, or a full month longer than 2024.

Thus far, there are some year-over-year improvements, with the most notable being a larger slate of 40% off Walt Disney World restaurants for Annual Passholders (we’ve already taken advantage a few times), along with more of an effort made with the freebies and perks. For full details about the AP appreciation offerings, check out our Guide to V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Now let’s dig into what’s new for June 2026…

DAK AP Exclusives

Visit select eateries at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park and purchase exclusive Passholder keepsakes during V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days.

Embark on an expedition to Yak & Yeti Restaurant or Rainforest Café from June 1 through July 31, 2026 and take advantage of these limited-time offerings:

• Purchase a colorful keyring created just for Passholders
• Order a Passholder-exclusive beverage and add on a limited-edition pint glass

Disney Store AP Discount

Save 20% on select products at DisneyStore.com, available from June 1 to June 21, 2026.

Passholders can enjoy this limited-time discount at DisneyStore.com as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Whether you’re packing for your next getaway or planning a staycation nearby, stock up on new clothing, toys and accessories featuring the stories you love. Some exclusions apply.

How to Redeem Your Discount

First, check that your Annual Pass is linked to your MyDisney account:

1. Log in to your MyDisney account and view your Profile.
2. Select “Welcome” and then “Memberships & Passes” to verify that your Walt Disney World Annual Pass is linked to your MyDisney account. If it’s not, then select “Add a Disney Annual Pass” to get started.

Once your pass is linked, you can enjoy this Disney Store discount! Here’s how:

1. Visit DisneyStore.com and log in using the same email you use for the Walt Disney World website.
2. Add at least one eligible item to your bag.
3. In “My Bag,” enter promo code WDW20 and select “Apply.” The promotion will be applied to all eligible items in your bag.
4. Continue shopping or begin checkout.

Important Information

Valid June 1, 2026 (12:01 AM PT) through June 21, 2026 (11:59 PM PT) for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders on select, in-stock merchandise purchased in a single sales transaction at DisneyStore.com (online or via phone orders). Not valid on purchases made at Disney Store and Disney Outlet Store locations, Disney Parks and Resorts locations or on merchandise purchased from other retailers or using third party websites.

Offer excludes sales tax, shipping & handling charges, gift wrap & gift box charges, personalization charges, Disney Theme Park Tickets, Disney Gift Cards, Disney+ Gift Cards, art & collectibles, books, electronic toys, limited edition & special edition merchandise, items related to a charitable promotion, and more.

There’s also a list of excluded items so long it couldn’t fit on a CVS receipt. The big ones are third party brands like LEGO, Lorcana, Lululemon, and RSVLTS, but there are also a lot of random product lines that are excluded, like the Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration Collection and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure merchandise, which are often marked down in the parks.

Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge

Chill out this summer with refreshing cold brews, available only to Annual Passholders.

Take a caffeinated journey throughout Walt Disney World Resort on your quest to find all 5 Passholder beverages. These offerings are available as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days.

How It Works: From June 2 through July 31, 2026, Passholders can purchase an exclusive Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company beverage at each of the 4 theme parks and Disney Springs. To sweeten the deal, Passholders who purchase all 5 drinks—and collect a corresponding stamp—can pick up a special reward from Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company at the end of their coffee crawl.

Each location features a different exclusive drink. To purchase all 5 drinks, Passholders need to visit all 5 locations. Check out the list of seasonal beverages below:

• Lucky Star Cold Brew at Magic Kingdom: Cold brew with toasted marshmallow syrup and a splash of cream, topped with whipped cream and sweetened cereal with marshmallows

• Parisian Pebble Cold Brew at EPCOT: Fruity cereal-flavored cold brew with a splash of cream, topped with whipped cream and fruity cereal

• Rockin’ Cold Brew at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Cold brew with chocolate and peanut butter flavors and a splash of cream, topped with whipped cream and chocolate peanut butter puff cereal

• Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Cold brew with honey syrup and a splash of cream, topped with whipped cream and honey cereal

• Cinnamon Crunch Latte at Disney Springs: Iced Latte with cinnamon, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon square cereal

Annual Passholders who purchase every drink and collect all 5 stamps can pick up a special reward courtesy of Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company! Just bring your stamp card to Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company at The Landing in Disney Springs to claim your reward, while supplies last.

Are you up for the challenge, Passholders? If you can dream it, you can brew it!

Disney Springs Summer Specials

Shop, dine and play the V.I.PASSHOLDER way with expanded dining discounts, a few freebies, exclusive merchandise available for purchase, and more.

V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days are happening now! Don’t miss out on incredible new offerings at Disney Springs from June 1 to July 31, 2026, including:

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’

• Passholder-Exclusive Squeeze Bottle: Custom-designed, 24-oz squeeze bottle sold with your favorite Shine on Tap cocktail (discounted refills available)

Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

• The Summer Refresher: Fanta® Pineapple and crisp Fresca® Sparkling Soda with Fairlife® Milk, Coconut, Lime and a splash of Blue Curaçao—topped with a cloud of Pineapple foam

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

• Limited-Edition V.I.PASSHOLDER Donut: Lemon-Iced Donut, decorated with Sprinkles and topped with a sugar disc designed just for Passholders

Frontera Cocina

• Elote Old Fashioned: Mexican Corn Whiskey and Mexican Corn Liquor

House of Blues Gear Shop

• Passholder-Exclusive Mug: A mug with a design inspired by cities with House of Blues locations—like Orlando, Chicago, Las Vegas and more (available while supplies last)

Kate Spade New York

• Passholder-Exclusive Gift with Purchase: Free stainless steel water bottle with a minimum purchase of $150 (while supplies last)

The LEGO Store

• Gift with Purchase: Free LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon Mini-Build with qualifying purchase equal to or greater than $40. Valid only at The LEGO Store at Disney Springs, while supplies last. This sounds like a great deal-sweetener for those who plan on purchasing the Massive $400 Main Street USA Disneyland LEGO Set!

Paddlefish

• Passholder Savings: 20% discount on food and nonalcoholic beverages (cannot be redeemed with any other discount or promotion)

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant

• It’s a Privilege: Minke Irish Vodka, Raspberry Puree, Homemade Rosemary Syrup and Fee Brothers Fee Foam—topped with Prosecco

Rainforest Café at Disney Springs Marketplace

• Passholder-Exclusive Drinks: Rainforest Serenade (nonalcoholic) and Pineapple Bourbon Smash
• Passholder-Exclusive Keepsake: Exclusive pint glasses—available as an upgrade with the purchase of a Rainforest Serenade or Pineapple Bourbon Smash—and keyrings (available for purchase while supplies last)

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

• Passholder-Exclusive Squeeze Bottle: Custom-designed, 24-oz squeeze bottle sold with your favorite frozen drink or resort-style cocktail (discounted refills available)

T-REX

• Creamsicle Spritz (nonalcoholic): Orange Juice and Heavy Cream infused with Vanilla—topped with a splash of sparkling Sprite and garnished with an Orange Slice and a swirl of Whipped Cream
• Blackberry Bourbon Bramble: A blend of Maker’s Mark Bourbon shaken with Lemon Juice and a touch of Simple Syrup and Blackberries
• Passholder-Exclusive Keepsakes: Exclusive pint glasses—available with the purchase of a Creamsicle Spritz or Blackberry Bourbon Bramble—and keyrings (available while supplies last)

Terralina Crafted Italian

• Passholder Savings: 20% discount on food and nonalcoholic beverages (cannot be redeemed with any other discount or promotion)

Vera Bradley

• Passholder-Exclusive Offer with Purchase: Vera Bradley throw blanket—in meadow or icons print—available for $25 with a qualifying purchase of $100 or more

Ultimately, V.I.Passholder Days is a savvy strategy for boosting attendance, especially at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom, during the slower summer months, trying to win back alienated ex-Annual Passholders, and more. After a few years of Walt Disney World being able to ‘get away’ with pretty much anything and still see record guest spending and insatiable demand, consumers now have more leverage.

This should be an interesting saga to follow, and it’s almost certain that we haven’t seen the end of Walt Disney World’s efforts to woo back former fans and pull “levers” to incentivize more demand and guest spending, especially if June and July 2026 prove to be as slow as the same months last year.

What we’ll be watching most closely are the extent of the efforts to draw locals to Disney Springs when it’s hot, EPCOT when there’s no festival happening (“Diet EPCOT”), and Animal Kingdom while it’s a construction zone. All in all, V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days should be great for Annual Passholders. Here’s hoping there’s even more to come in the home stretch!

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YOUR THOUGHTS

Will you be taking advantage of V.I.PASSHOLDER Days from now through July 31, 2026? Any of the June-specific perks sound appealing to you? Do you agree or disagree with our commentary? Any questions we can help you answer? Hearing your feedback–even when you disagree with us–is both interesting to us and helpful to other readers, so please share your thoughts below in the comments!