Question about Popcorn Buckets

[Rebecca Pocahontas]

I was wondering how the refillable popcorn bucket works, the price, etc.

-I saw on the app that the regular bucket is $12, however I know that Disney also sells fancier buckets, like ones in the shape of Mickey or whoever that come with a lanyard/string. Are these buckets the same price or do they cost extra?

-Which bucket do most people prefer? Do you like the regular classic bucket or is the one with the string better?

-I am planning on going to WDW during different months this year, is my refillable bucket good for the entire year?

Thanks

 

[Callie]

The special buckets cost more. I think $18-$20. I bought some last trip and use them as a decor. This trip I just bought a regular bucket. At the park when you refilled for $2 they gave you a box of it.
Technically bucket is good for only the length of stay but if the design doesn’t change then you can make that choice.

 

[Deb & Bill]

Those big popcorn "buckets" look very heavy hanging around people's necks.

 

[LeeLee'sMom]

While I love the "special buckets" figure it is a souvenir, they are a little cumbersome to carry, one reason miss the days of a stroller..lol. If the design is the same you could get away with brining it on multiple trips throughout the year. I am an huge popcorn fan/consumer, so even if you opt for the $12 bucket it's definitely worth it to purchase if you are going to get popcorn as often as I do lol.

 

[_19disnA]

When we last went to Disney pre-covid, someone in our group bought the refillable plastic bucket but don't recall how expensive it was. You could get it refilled for a price that was less then buying popcorn on its own. I think they tossed theirs in the trash when our vacation was over. Unless you eat a ton of popcorn, I think it is more of a Disney novelty. Not sure if any of that has changed due to covid.

 

[philharmagic fan]

The light-up Christmas tree one was $25. We didn't buy it.

 

[JFox]

At $2 a popcorn refill is an affordable snack. I buy one of the regular plain Jane buckets and carry it with us. Current procedures do not allow the CM to full your bucket and you will be given a paper box to pour into your bucket. The current paper box was designed by Jeff Granito.

 

[JFox]

Sorry. User error.

 

[JFox]

Sorry. User error.

 

[JFox]

Sorry. User error.