It was an exciting evening in Anaheim at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on August 10th. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro came out on stage to let fans know about all kinds of plans and expansions for Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line. These are my top 7 picks for the best announcements from the Disney Experiences Showcase.
Most Exciting Announcements at D23 for Disney Parks
Disney revealed so many gems for fans during the Disney Experiences Showcase at the Honda Center. These are the announcements that I’m most excited about for Disney Parks! Let’s start with Walt Disney World, because I’m a local, so I’ll be in the parks all the time.
Villains Land at the Magic Kingdom
Y’all, finally we’re getting a Villains Land! I’ve always loved the darker side of Disney and besides, a lot of the villains are just misunderstood. Work has already begun on the Disney Villains coming to the Magic Kingdom. There will be two attractions, dining, and shopping! No opening date was announced.
Monsters, Inc. at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Billy Crystal was on hand to announce a new Monsters, Inc. Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. I am pumped because Sully and Mike Wazowski are just the best! Construction begins in 2025. The land will feature the first suspended coaster ever in a Disney park, where guests can experience what it’s like to zoom through the door vault in the factory, just like Mike and Sulley. I am hyped for that coaster and coasters aren’t even my favorite. But Cosmic Rewind changed my mind.
Cars at Magic Kingdom
Pixar Animation Studios’ beloved Cars franchise is coming to a reimagined area of Frontierland with two all-new attractions taking guests into the wilderness beyond Radiator Springs – a thrilling off-road rally race and a family friendly attraction even the youngest racers will love. Construction on this area will begin early next year.
Cars Land at Disney’s California Adventure is one of my favorite places in any theme park, so if we can get even a bit of that, then yes, please!
A New Nighttime Parade at Magic Kingdom
“Disney Starlight” is an all-new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom in Summer 2025! Ahhhh! It’s been so long since there’s been a nighttime parade at Disney World, and I cannot wait. Bring on the Blue Fairy!
Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will feature two new signature attractions – and Indiana Jones themed attraction and an Encanto attraction!
The Indiana Jones ride will be a thrilling adventure following Indiana Jones into an ancient Maya temple and for Encanto, it’ll be a journey through the Casita Madrigal following Antonio’s story on the day after he received his magical gift. It will also feature a beautiful carousel featuring animals from many favorite Disney stories, perfect for young families to enjoy.
Tropical Americas is set to open in 2027 and will be a wonderful addition to Animal Kingdom!
Avengers in California, Shanghai and Hong Kong
Ever since Avengers Campus opened at California Adventure, I’ve been waiting for an expansion! I know there are so many superhero stories to tell.
The presence of Super Heroes is expanding at Disney parks around the globe. The original Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort will double in size with the addition of two new attractions, Avengers Infinity Defense and Stark Flight Lab.
Shanghai Disney Resort will introduce its first major Super Hero attraction, a Spider-Man-themed, high-energy thrill coaster.
At Hong Kong Disneyland, the presence of the Avengers will continue to expand with a major new attraction coming to Tomorrowland featuring Spider-Man and one of his most formidable villains.
Disney Cruise Line Announces 4 New Ships
Disney Cruise Line will add four new ships between 2027 and 2031! Disney Cruise Line is the best, and I’m so happy more guests will have the opportunity to sail with them.
Some of my favorite things include Palo Brunch, the service, and Disney Cruise wifi.
Did I miss any of your favorite announcements from D23? Drop them in the comments below.