Hidden Mickey Pin Collection
Explore complete checklists, chasers, and completers from Disneyland & Walt Disney World.
Hidden Mickey Pin Types
A quick guide to the most-talked-about Disney trading pins.
Hidden Disney Pins
Hidden Mickey pins are Disney-produced pins that hide a Mickey head silhouette somewhere in the design. The silhouette is part of the metal (same as the back/linework), appearing as unfilled metal within the enamel art.
Cast Lanyard Pins
Also called “Hidden Mickey” pins, these start as Cast-Member-only trades (not sold). Identified by a small silver Mickey, they release in themed series and are prized for limited availability.
Hidden Mickey Completer
Completer pins are the scarce final piece of a set. Disney makes fewer of them, so they’re the hardest to find and the ultimate “finish” for collectors.
Hidden Mickey Chaser
Chasers are unfilled versions (just metal, no paint) of other pins released in the same wave—often treated as the complementary capstone and highly sought after.
Hidden Mickey Pin Myths — Busted
Quick truths behind the most common Hidden Mickey pin misconceptions.
Hidden Mickey pins aren’t “real” Disney pins.
Some believe these aren’t official because they’re not typically sold in stores.
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They’re free, so they’re worthless.
If they aren’t purchased, they can’t be valuable—right?
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All Hidden Mickey pins are easy to find.
They’re everywhere, so completing a set is simple.
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Pins point to nearby “Hidden Mickeys” in the parks.
Spot a Hidden Mickey pin and there’s a park Easter egg close by.
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Counterfeit Hidden Mickey pins don’t exist.
Fakes aren’t a thing for trading pins.
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You can buy Hidden Mickey pins at any Disney store.
Surely they’re stocked like other pins.
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Remember: the best part of Disney pin trading—especially Hidden Mickeys—is the hunt and the memories you make along the way. Happy trading!
Hidden Mickey & Cast Lanyard — What They Mean
Two quick definitions collectors ask about most, with a visual reference for each.
Hidden Mickey Pins
HM denotes a Hidden Mickey (also known as Cast Lanyard) pin. Hidden Mickey pins are only available for initial trade with Cast Members (not available for purchase) and are identified by a silver Mickey icon on the pin.
They’re typically part of a series of similarly-themed pins and are sought after for their rarity. Once a series is replaced on Cast Member lanyards, remaining pins may appear in specially marked mystery pouches until supplies are exhausted.
Cast Lanyard Pins
Cast Lanyard pins (also known as Hidden Mickey pins) are only available for initial trade with Cast Members (not available for purchase) and are identified by a silver Mickey on the pin.
These are usually part of a themed series and highly collectible. After they’re replaced on Cast Member lanyards, remaining pins may be offered in specially marked mystery pouches while supplies last.
How I Fell in Love with Disney Pin Trading
Hi, I’m Kenny and I’m a Disney nut—completely in love with Disneyland. After COVID, I picked up annual passes and headed right back to the parks every chance I got.
Some Disney friends—also passholders—introduced me to pin trading. I knew a little about it, but I wasn’t sure how it all worked. That curiosity turned into a hobby, and that hobby became HiddenMickeyDisney, a place where I share the joy of the hunt and the memories I make along the way.
Hidden Mickey Fun Facts & Tips
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Spot the silver Mickey: Hidden Mickey pins are marked with a tiny silver Mickey on the face—your instant “real deal” clue in the wild.
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Trade with Cast Members: These pins debut on Cast lanyards (not sold). Ask politely—every trade is a mini-adventure!
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Chasers vs. Completers: Chasers are unpainted/monochrome teaser pins; Completers finish a set and can be trickier to find.
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My house rule: Trade what sparks joy. If it makes you smile, it belongs on your board—rarity is a bonus.
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Where I hunt: DLR & DCA—shops, kiosks, hotel lobbies—and yes, the random pin boards near attractions.
