I know you have to purchase these at the gate but can I buy them the night before I plan to enter the park so I don't have to wait on the line and get my day stateed earlier? Gina
Yes you can. A great way to save waiting in line in the AM. Also there is a ticket both by the Monorail station in DTD this would likely be the best bet any time of day.
On your next trip, you might find that pre-purchasing your passport can save you a lot of money. They are available at your local Disney store, but the website has good deal right now (4/2004) and the passports are valid until 1/3/05. They do expire within 13 days of the first use. The prices I saw are as follows
Single day/Single park $49.75 ages10-adult 39.75 ages 3-9
2day ParkHopper $98 adult/$78 child
3day ParkHopper $124 adult/$94 child
5day ParkHopper $129 adult/$99 child
5day ParkHopper at the gate $184/$149
This may not help you this time, but maybe you can save money and time next time.
Enjoy your trip and don't miss Soarin' Over California