Why is Disney Club 33 called that?

According to Disney, Club 33 is simply named after its address at 33 Royal Street in New Orleans Square at Disneyland.



Club 33, the exclusive private club located in Disney parks, is simply named after its original address: 33 Royal Street in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. When Walt Disney was planning the 1964-65 New York World's Fair, he noticed the executive VIP lounges hosted by corporate sponsors and wanted a similar, ultra-private space to entertain Disneyland's investors and dignitaries. While many urban legends suggest the "33" refers to the number of original sponsors or a secret Masonic code, Disney historians confirm the name was chosen for its unassuming geographic identifier. In 2026, the club remains the most prestigious address in the Disney universe, with membership waitlists spanning years and initiation fees reported to be in the tens of thousands of dollars, granting members access to secret lounges across the globe.

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Disneyland's official backstory always held that the Club 33 name came from the address of the VIP lounge in New Orleans Square: 33 Royal Street. If you look closely, each of the businesses in New Orleans Square has a distinct address along Royal, Orleans and Front streets.

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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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You don't have to be rich to get in, but it doesn't hurt. Boasting an alleged initiation fee of $25,000 to $50,000, with annual dues as high as $30,000—and a 10-year waiting list to join—Club 33 is a five-star restaurant and lounge whose members are corporations, high-rollers, and celebrities.

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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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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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Club 33 is expensive, to be sure, but it's an experience unto itself and is something no Disney fan should pass up if afforded the opportunity–it belongs on every fan's Disney Bucket List. Even if dining there means eating Ramen Noodles for the other 364 days of the year. It'd still be worth it!

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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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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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