Disneyland cracks down on guests with sweeping new restrictions, sparking backlash
Disneyland has introduced a new guest code of conduct to address rising ride disruptions, implementing stricter rules on phone use, loose items, and prohibited devices like selfie sticks and large drink tumblers. The changes, which include enhanced bag checks and the rollout of facial recognition entry gates, aim to improve safety and operational reliability across the park. The measures have sparked backlash from guests who criticize the restrictions as contradictory, especially given Disney's reliance on mobile apps for park navigation and services.
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Metro Disneyland cracks down on guests with sweeping new restrictions, sparking backlash By Jessica Mekles, Fox News Published April 30, 2026, 10:30 a.m. ET Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, is cracking down with a new “guest code of conduct” targeting a surge in ride disruptions. The changes, outlined in a recent operations briefing and detailed by the “Mickey Visit” blog, are aimed at improving reliability across increasingly complex attractions. Originally Published by: It would ‘shock me’ if Disney fired Kimmel over Melania widow joke, says Sage Steele Disney World guest allegedly grabbed employee during character photo line, gets lifetime ban from parks Guest behavior accounted for 13% of ride shutdowns in fiscal year 2025 — up from a 10% historical average — prompting new…
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