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Disney Parks Unveil New Attractions, Events & Announcements for 2026

· 12 updates · By MagicHop

Walt Disney World

  • EPCOT Pavilion Closure & New Opening: A section of an EPCOT pavilion has closed while Disney announces the opening of The Magic of Disney Animation at Walt Disney Studios on September 14. 4

  • Monsters, Inc. Coaster Expansion: Construction for a 'Monsters, Inc.' themed suspended roller coaster is underway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, replacing the Muppet*Vision 3D area with an exciting new Monstropolis land. 3

  • New Attraction - Olaf Animatronic: Olaf will debut in the new attraction Olaf Draws! at Disney's Hollywood Studios, featuring animatronics and interactive tricks led by a Disney animator. 2

  • Tropical Americas Land Transformation: DinoLand USA at Disney's Animal Kingdom is being reimagined into a Tropical Americas land, set to host three new rides. 5

  • Candlelight Processional at EPCOT: The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays will include the popular Candlelight Processional; details and meal packages are expected later this summer. 12

  • Disney After Hours: Guests can enjoy select nights with shorter wait times and complimentary snacks at Disney's Hollywood Studios until September 12, 2026. 1

  • Magic Kingdom Refurbishments: The Big Top Souvenirs and Tony's Town Square Restaurant are undergoing refurbishments, impacting their availability. 10

Disneyland Resort

  • D23 Day Anticipation: D23 Day on August 13 at Disneyland Resort is expected to significantly increase park attendance and alter the usual park atmosphere. Agents should advise clients to anticipate larger crowds. 6

  • Annual Passport Price & 2fer Ticket Offer: Disneyland has increased Annual Passport prices and reintroduced a 2fer ticket offer for Southern California residents until April 12. 7

  • Holiday Season Planning: Disneyland is preparing for the holiday season with extended hours in November, returning Magic Keys, and a variety of festive events including character dining and parades. 9

  • New Attractions & Development: Plans include a new entrance plaza, parking structure, and new attractions themed to Coco and Avatar at Disney California Adventure. Project timelines also include Haunted Mansion and Rise of the Resistance refurbishments. 11

Sources

  1. [1]Disney After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios· disneyworld.disney.go.com
  2. [2]Olaf Animatronic Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios· attractionsmagazine.com
  3. [3]Monsters, Inc. Coaster Construction Update at Disney's Hollywood Studios· attractionsmagazine.com
  4. [4]EPCOT Pavilion Undergoing Closure Amid Major Opening Announcement· disneyfoodblog.com
  5. [5]New Tropical Americas Land Under Construction in DinoLand USA· disneyfoodblog.com
  6. [6]D23 Day Approaches at Disneyland· insidethemagic.net
  7. [7]Annual Passport Price Increase at Disneyland· laughingplace.com
  8. [8]Disneyland Update: New Experiences and Security News· micechat.com
  9. [9]Disneyland Update on Holiday Events and Magic Key Availability· micechat.com
  10. [10]Refurbishment Updates at Magic Kingdom· wdwnt.com
  11. [11]Disneyland Update: Future Developments and Refurbishment News· micechat.com
  12. [12]Candlelight Processional Scheduled for EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays· disneyworld.disney.go.com

How this briefing is made

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