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Empire Pass Renewal

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All 2026 Empire Passes expire on December 31st, 2026 regardless of purchase date.

Renewing online reactivates your existing physical or digital pass for use at facilities by 6AM the following day. You will not be mailed a new card. If you do not have your pass, you must purchase a new one.



Empire Pass cards expiring on or after December 31, 2018 are available for renewal. Passes cannot be renewed at park facilities.

Renewed empire passes are available for use by 6AM the day after purchase, plan in advance of your next park visit.

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