Everything You Need To Know | Disney World UPDATES 2026

What is coming to Disney in 2026? What will be closed in Disney World in 2026? We got you covered. Planning your Disney World 2026 trip just got way easier. In this guide, we break down everything coming to Walt Disney World next year, from ride closures and reopenings to new parties, festivals, and park updates you need to know about. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally reopening, Rock n Roller Coaster is closing for a full Muppets retheme, and Buzz Lightyear is returning with a fresh update. We’re also covering the return of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, the EPCOT Candlelight Processional, and festival highlights like EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2026. If you’re planning ahead for Disney dining plan 2026, Disney World tickets 2026, or you just want to know what’s coming and what’s closed in Disney World in 2026, this video helps you prepare with confidence. Whether you’re checking the Disney World crowd calendar 2026, looking for Disney World deals, grabbing Disney military tickets 2026, or booking Disney After Hours, this is your full roadmap. Let’s dive into what’s new, what’s changing, and what you can’t miss at Disney World 2026. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:19 Whats coming to Disney in 2026? 00:37 Frozen Ever After 01:05 International Festival of the Arts 01:20 Disney After Hours 01:48 International Flower & Garden Festival 02:05 Big Thunder Mountain 02:25 Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin 02:45 Cool Kids Summer 03:14 Free Waterpark access 03:38 Bluey and Bingo 03:51 Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 04:02 Magic of Disney Animation 04:27 Rockin' Roller Coaster 05:10 Soarin' Epcot 05:24 International Food & Wine Festival 05:35 Mickeys Not.So Scary Halloween 05:53 Jollywood Nights 06:00 Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party 06:15 International Festival of the Holidays 06:30 Disney Springs Level 99 06:50 Offer Free Dining Plan 💬 Which of these is YOUR favourite? Let us know in the comments! Don’t forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE /    / @exploringdisney   for more thrilling theme park videos! 🎡🔥 Please consider supporting me keep bring you the latest updates from Disney: https://buymeacoffee.com/exploringdisney #waltdisneyworld #disneyworld #hollywoodstudios #disneynews #epcotupdate #animalkingdom #magickingdom #disneyparksnews #ExploringDisney #themepark #rollercoaster #familyfun Exploring Disney is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company in any way. Any opinions expressed are those of Exploring Disney and do not reflect any other companies or individuals. This video is put together in compliance with fair use under the classification of education and commentary to begin an open conversation. Any opinions expressed are those of Exploring Disney and do not reflect any other companies or individuals.