Zack and Cody try to make friends at school. When word gets out that they live at the Tipton, all of the cool kids hang out with them. In the end, the twins find out who there real friends really are. Meanwhile, Carey is practicing dance moves, while London teaches Maddie how to ask Lance out and Maddie tutors London in Math.

There is a Battle of the Bands competition being held at the Tipton Hotel. Zack and Cody, along with Max and Tapeworm compete against Maddie's band in which has London in the band.

Cody ends up going away to camp. Zack starts to miss him, and has to find a way to get to him. London ends up learning how to drive, with the aid of Mr. Moseby.

Max ends up kissing Zack, after winning a basketball game. Maddie helps London with her shopping problem, because of something said by London's father. There is a surprise involving Carey and a certain someone.