ANAHEIM, Calif. — Disney executives and creative teams took the stage at the Honda Center during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to announce a massive wave of upcoming theme park attractions, international resort expansions, and future feature film releases.
Led by Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Walt Disney Studios executives, the multi-day presentation detailed long-term development plans for Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World in Florida, and international destinations including Tokyo Disney Resort and Disneyland Paris.
Disney Parks Announce New Lands and E-Ticket Attractions Worldwide
The Parks and Experiences showcase revealed extensive construction timelines for new themed environments, high-capacity thrill rides, and updated nighttime entertainment across global resorts.
Key announcements centered on expanding beloved franchises across domestic and international parks:
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Monsters, Inc. Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A fully immersive Monsters, Inc. themed area featuring the first suspended roller coaster at Walt Disney World.
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Villains Land at Magic Kingdom: A dedicated expansion area focused on classic Disney villains, expanding the park’s footprint beyond Big Thunder Mountain.
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Avatar & Cars Expansions at Disneyland Resort: Plans for a brand-new Avatar-themed land at Disney California Adventure alongside two new Cars attractions in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland.
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Avengers Campus Expansions: Double the footprint for Marvel-themed areas, including new E-ticket attractions Avengers Infinity Defense and Stark Flight Lab.
Disney Parks Global Expansion Snapshot:
• Event: D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event (Anaheim, CA)
• Walt Disney World: Villains Land, Monsters Inc. Coaster, Cars Frontierland Expansion
• Disneyland Resort: World of Avatar, Avengers Campus Doubling (2 New Attractions)
• International Parks: Lion King Flume Ride at Disneyland Paris, Frozen & Tangled Lands
Walt Disney Studios Teases Upcoming Animated and Live-Action Slate
Alongside theme park news, Disney Entertainment presented exclusive first-look trailers, casting confirmations, and theatrical release windows for upcoming feature films and streaming series.
Key Entertainment Highlights
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Animated Sequels in Production: Official confirmations and first footage for Frozen 3, Incredibles 3, Toy Story 5, and Zootopia 2.
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Live-Action Reimagining Teasers: Exclusive clips and cast appearances for upcoming live-action releases, including Snow White and Mufasa: The Lion King.
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Lucasfilm & Marvel Updates: New trailers and cast details for The Mandalorian & Grogu feature film, Skeleton Crew, and upcoming Marvel Television series on Disney+.
Global Impact on Entertainment and Regional Tourism
The major investments outlined at D23 represent one of the most ambitious decades of development in Disney’s history, driving long-term tourism growth across Southern California, Central Florida, and global resort markets.
With multiple projects breaking ground immediately, theme park guests and moviegoers can expect staggered debuts leading through 2030 and beyond.
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