What is so special about Club 33?

Known simply as Club 33, the lounge is an ultra-exclusive venue for important figures to duck out of the crowds, cool down with a beverage, and enjoy gourmet cuisine. Membership is highly coveted by powerful Disney fans – so much so that the waitlist is rumored to be over 15 years long (but that's just a Disney myth!).



Club 33 is the most exclusive and legendary membership experience in the Disney universe, originally founded by Walt Disney to entertain dignitaries and corporate sponsors. What makes it special is its ultra-private, "hidden in plain sight" nature; the flagship location is tucked behind an unmarked door in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square. Members enjoy five-star gourmet dining, a world-class jazz lounge (Le Salon Nouveau), and access to a full bar—a rarity in Disneyland Park. Beyond the food, members receive Premier Annual Passes, dozens of one-day tickets for guests, VIP tour services, and access to exclusive merchandise that cannot be bought anywhere else. In 2026, the club's "mystique" is maintained by a multi-year waiting list and initiation fees ranging from $25,000 to $50,000, plus five-figure annual dues. It remains the ultimate status symbol for Disney aficionados, offering a serene, luxurious sanctuary amidst the bustle of the theme parks.

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Who Can Get Into Club 33?
  • An annual pass for each year you are a member of Club 33.
  • 50 single-day guest passes to the parks.
  • Private VIP tours, offered yearly.
  • Club 33 merchandise offered only to members.
  • Miscellaneous VIP services.
  • Sneak peeks on park news.
  • Complimentary resort hotel upgrades.
  • Valet parking.


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If you're dining at Club 33, you're having an awesome experience regardless of the cuisine by virtue of where you are. It's such a spectacular location, rife with Disney history, that it's difficult for any Disney fan to say anything negative about the place.

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Club 33 is one of the most exclusive experiences available through Disney. The club itself is invite-only, and it costs a pretty penny in membership fees. The reason it's so exclusive is because of Walt Disney's original vision as a place to entertain VIP guests.

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For gentlemen, collared shirts and slacks are appropriate, and for ladies an informal dress or pants with a blouse are appropriate. (Update: The club is no longer accepting shorts of any type or style for dinner.) Appropriate dress for children and young adults should be in keeping with standards set for adults.

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How much does the Disney Vacation Club cost? DVC costs at least $33,000 to join in your first year (though financing options are available). Then there are annual dues of at least $1,000 until your contract is up, which is typically decades from now. Plus, expect annual dues to increase each year.

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Club 33 is Disney's most exclusive club. At Disneyland, the cost is $25,000 upfront to be a member and $10,000 each year after. Meanwhile, at Disney World, the cost is $33,000 to join and an annual fee of $15,000 after that. Very few guests have been in Club 33, however, that is all changing.

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We went with our two little ones, ages two and six, which is probably the best time to take little one to Club 33. Mickey and Pluto also dine at there for Sunday Brunch, so this special character interaction makes it a nice outing for the kids too.

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The waiting lists for Club 33 are at an average of about four years or more. Potential Club 33 members need to send a letter to the below address requesting to be added to the club waiting list. Calling Club 33 to ask where you are on the list is frowned upon. Remember: this is a class act establishment!

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Walt Disney created Club 33 as an elegant, exclusive hangout for well-heeled VIPs. For decades, Club 33 was famously the only place that served alcohol in otherwise dry Disneyland. “Members consisted mostly of Disneyland's corporate partners and local Orange County businessmen,” according to the EIR.

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Doing the math: Is a Walt Disney World annual pass worth the cost? In a nutshell, a Disney World annual pass could be worth it for you if the cost of the pass is less than you would otherwise spend on tickets during the year.

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Understanding Membership Dues Once you've paid off your initial DVC purchase, your future vacations are mostly free. The essential word there is “mostly.” You must still pay Annual Dues in January of each year.

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