Are there metal detectors at Disneyland?

We also have implemented additional security measures, including randomly selecting Guests for a secondary screening using metal detectors.



Yes, in 2026, Disneyland Resort utilizes a comprehensive multi-layered security system that includes high-speed contactless metal detectors. When you arrive at the security checkpoints for Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, or the Downtown Disney District, you will pass through "Evolv" or similar AI-driven scanners. These systems allow guests to walk through at a normal pace without removing keys, phones, or belts, as the sensors are tuned to ignore everyday items while flagging potential threats like firearms or large knives. However, if the system detects an "alert," you will be pulled aside for a secondary screening involving a manual bag check and a traditional hand-held metal detector wand. In 2026, security is augmented by undercover officers and specially trained K-9 units that patrol the esplanade. While the process is designed to be as seamless as possible, it is mandatory for all guests, and refusal to undergo the screening will result in a denial of entry to the resort property.

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All Walt Disney World theme parks, and Disney Springs, have metal detectors for guests to walk through. If a guest's bag sets off the metal detector, they are asked to step to the side for a bag search performed by a security team member.

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Disneyland still uses the old style metal detectors, which require a physical bag check and a slow one at a time processing through a vintage step through scanner. Disneyland has lines for those with bags and those without. Only the people in the party with bags should get in the bags line!

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This includes the presence of uniformed police officers using specially trained dogs to help patrol our parks and resorts, and bag checks and security checkpoints at our theme park entrances, the Downtown Disney District, and our Resort hotels.

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Disney has undercover security as well as police officers that roam the parks, however, that's not proving to be enough. The number of fights and amount of theft inside Disney keeps rising, forcing Disney to take a fresh approach to security, in the form of snipers on the roof.

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If a guest's bag sets off the metal detector, they are asked to step to the side for a bag search performed by a security team member. Items that most commonly trigger an alert include large magnets, like the ones on some glasses cases, umbrellas, and portable phone chargers.

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However, a Cast Member at the security checkpoint may ask to open your bottle to check its contents, since metal water bottles are opaque. Just keep in mind that alcoholic beverages and glass containers aren't allowed inside the Disneyland Resort, as stated in the Rules.

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The new Evolv Express contactless security scanners at Downtown Disney are similar to the no-touch bag check systems used at Disney Springs outdoor shopping center and Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park in Florida, according to WDW News Today.

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Hi there, Adrian, Guests of the Disneyland Resort are allowed to take outside food and non-alcoholic beverages with them. Refillable water bottles are also allowed, even metal bottles like the brand you have.

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With the exception of a couple attractions, every ride at Disney will have a small pouch for you to stow your backpack, or space at your feet.

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Disney World has a strict no-smoking policy, which includes vaping. Smoking and vaping are only allowed in designated smoking areas located throughout the parks and resorts. These areas are marked with signage and can be found on park maps and in the My Disney Experience app.

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Make sure your shirt isn't overly cropped! But, what exactly does that mean? Well, some of it is up to the discretion of Disney, but generally, you'll want to skip the sports bras, overly cropped crop tops, super short shorts, and anything else that you'd be embarrassed to walk into church in.

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In your pocket or stored in your bag will almost always be the safest place for you to store your wallet, phone, keys, and other small things.

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However, a Cast Member at the security checkpoint may ask to open your bottle to check its contents, since metal water bottles are opaque. Just keep in mind that alcoholic beverages and glass containers aren't allowed inside the Disneyland Resort, as stated in the Rules.

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There are some park tickets that do require identification when you scan in through the Main Entrance Gates while others do not. If you have regular single-day or multi-day One Park Per Day and Park Hopper tickets, you will not be asked for ID.

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