A recent viral video captured a father allegedly attempting to smuggle an older child into Disneyland in California by hiding the child in the back of a stroller, an act reportedly motivated by the sharp increase in Disney park ticket prices [1]. The video, which circulated widely on TikTok, shows the child squeezed in the stroller while the father waits in line to pay the entry fee. The incident has not been confirmed by Disney, as the company did not provide a comment when contacted by Fox News Digital [1].
The video sparked significant online debate, with some commenters expressing support for the cost-cutting tactic and criticizing Disney's high prices. One commenter stated, 'Disney doesn't realize how much money they could make by lowering prices,' while another added, 'Sad. Disney [should] do better and lower the prices so kids can enjoy the park!' [1]. However, others on Reddit condemned the act, arguing that those who cannot afford the experience should not attempt to bypass the rules, with one user stating, 'If you don't have the money, don't go. The entitlement is astounding!' [1].
This is not the first time such incidents have occurred; similar attempts to smuggle children into Disney parks using strollers have gone viral in recent years, including a notable 2022 case where a child was wheeled in a car seat and then walked on her own once inside the park [1]. These events, while rare, continue to generate strong reactions and highlight the growing frustration among some families over rising costs [1].
Disney raised ticket prices at both Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California in October 2025. For the first time, single-day tickets surpassed the $200 mark during peak times, with Disneyland charging up to $224 for a one-day, one-park ticket on its busiest days, and Walt Disney World reaching as high as $209 during peak demand in the 2026 season [1].
CONCLUSION
The viral incident underscores growing consumer frustration with Disney's escalating ticket prices, which have now surpassed $200 for single-day entry during peak periods. While some online voices support creative cost-saving measures, others strongly oppose such actions, reflecting a divided public sentiment as Disney continues to raise prices.