In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the perks and discounts at Walt Disney World for 2025 and 2026, including VIP Passholder days, kids free dining, exclusive extended park hours, and more! N161My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by:DVC Resale Market – Industry Leader in DVC ResalesDVC Rental Store – DVC Point RentalsMonera Financial – Exclusively Financing DVC ContractsPatreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club.Disney Extended Park Hours and Water Park perk to continue into 2026Walt Disney World has announced that both early entry and extended evening hours will continue to be offered through 2026. Early entry 30 minutes before official park opening is available to Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels and select other hotels. The evening hours are available to all guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels. These benefits are all included with stays at a Disney Vacation Club resort regardless of Member eligibility.In addition, the free water park entry on arrival day will be offered next year, though Disney’s announcement simply says “Summer 2026” for the perk. Source: WDW website – Early entry, WDW website – Extended evening, WDW website – Water park, DVCNews.comKids Free Dining available for DVC Members in 2026In an unusual move for Disney, Disney Vacation Club Members will be allowed access to a discounted dining plan perk in 2026. One child’s dining plan (age 3-9) can be added to the reservation for free for each adult paid package. The Quick Service Dining Plan offers two quick service meals and one snack or non-alcoholic beverage per day, plus a refillable beverage mug for the entire length of the stay. The plan is priced at $60.46 per adult and $26.16 per child. The traditional Disney Dining Plan includes one table service meal, one quick service meal and one snack or drink per day, along with the refillable mug. This plan is priced at $98.59 per adult and $31.94 per child.Source: DVCnews.comVIP Passholder Days return in 2025 Disney has announced VIP Passholder days will be returning this summer at the Walt Disney Resort from May 14th to July 31st. This is longer than previous years.  The following perks will be offered:Passholder Lounge in the former Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT with free snacks an...