The year 2026 brings an exciting array of new and updated experiences to Disney Parks worldwide, from repainting Cinderella Castle to the grand opening of Soarin' Across America. Here's a breakdown of what's in store at each destination, with a focus on the highlights and controversies that might spark discussion among Disney enthusiasts.
Walt Disney World Resort
- Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle undergoes a classic color scheme restoration, removing its 50th anniversary makeover. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens after a year-long refurbishment, and Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin debuts with new ride vehicles and interactive elements.
- EPCOT: Frozen Ever After closes for new animatronics, and Soarin' Across America debuts in honor of America's 250th anniversary.
- Disney's Hollywood Studios: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closes for a revamp, becoming Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run debuts, and Animation Courtyard reopens with a new Disney Jr. show and The Magic of Disney Animation.
- Disney's Animal Kingdom: DINOSAUR and Restaurantosaurus close permanently, and Harambe Market reopens as a new burger and fries restaurant.
Disneyland Resort
- Disneyland Park: A 3D-printed canoe joins Jungle Cruise, and Bluey's Best Day Ever opens in Fantasyland Theatre.
- Disney California Adventure: Soarin' Across America debuts, and Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! closes for an Avatar land.
Disneyland Paris
- Disneyland Park: New scenes for Rivers of the Far West draw inspiration from Marc Davis' sketches, and Ratatouille: L'Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy reopens with updates.
- Disney Adventure World: Walt Disney Studios Park is renamed, featuring Adventure Way, Raiponce Tangled Spin, culinary experiences, and themed gardens.
Tokyo Disney Resort
- Tokyo Disneyland: A new Space Mountain and Tomorrowland plaza are under construction, and Wreck-It Ralph's shooting ride debuts.
- Tokyo DisneySea: Celebrates its 25th anniversary with a Sparkling Jubilee, and a Spider-Man ride is in development.
Shanghai Disneyland
- Shanghai Disney: Celebrates its 10th anniversary, and a new Spider-Man land is under construction.
Hong Kong Disneyland
- Hong Kong Disneyland: A Tower of Terror-like Spider-Man ride is in development, and an exclusive Pixar entertainment experience is being planned.
Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Adventure: The cruise ship's maiden voyage is delayed but will feature a Storybook Castle, Captain Jack Sparrow show, and Marvel rides.
