2026 is Disney's year of transformation—and we're breaking down everything you need to know.

We're covering what's actually opening in 2026 (hint: lots of refreshes, not many brand-new rides), Disney Cruise Line's global expansion with the massive Disney Adventure, and why construction walls are taking over Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom.

What to expect:

• Smugglers Run gets Baby Yoda, the Muppets take over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, and Big Thunder gets a major upgrade
• Bluey officially arrives in the parks
• DinoLand closes to make way for Tropical Americas (Encanto and Indiana Jones!)
• Cars Land coming to Magic Kingdom with two new attractions
• Villains Land and Monsters Inc updates

Bottom line: 2026 is prep work. 2027 and beyond is when Disney goes BIG. We'll help you figure out what's worth your excitement and what's not.

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