Disneyland Expansion: D23 Highlights

August 15, 2024

Disneyland Expansion: D23 Highlights

We’re still buzzing from the incredible D23 Expo! From the mind-blowing “Coco” attraction to the highly anticipated opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Disneyland Resort stole the show. And let’s not forget the massive expansion of Avengers Campus! Ready for a recap of all the exciting news? Let’s dive in!

“Avatar” Updates Announced for Disney California Adventure

Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro kicked off the night with updates on the new Pandora-themed destination coming to Disney California Adventure park. The area will draw inspiration from “Avatar: The Way of Water” and upcoming Avatar films like “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” and feature a new dynamic attraction where you can discover the beauty – and dangers – of Pandora.

First-Ever “Coco” Attraction Announced

We’re going un poco loco for the new attraction themed to “Coco” coming to Disney California Adventure! Guests will join Miguel on a trip to the land of the dead with beloved music and characters from the film. Work begins on the attraction in 2026.

**Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics Figure Coming to Disneyland**

A tribute to Walt Disney is coming to Disneyland with the debut of the first-ever Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure at an all-new show on Main Street U.S.A.! “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” will premiere inside the Main Street Opera House and after its opening season, will transition to play in rotation with “Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.”

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens this Holiday Season

We’re going down the bayou on November 15, 2024 when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “The Princess and the Frog,” opens at Disneyland park! Also announced: Critter Country will be renamed Bayou Country when the attraction opens. We’re ready to let the good times roll!

New Mandalorian Mission Coming to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Attention Star Wars fans: a new mission is touching down at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. The all-new story, centered around “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” arrives in 2026 in time with the film.

2 New Attractions Coming to Avengers Campus

We still can’t believe Deadpool crashed D23! After a few questionable ideas from the “Merc with a Mouth,” Josh shared updates and a name for the new attraction coming to Avengers Campus –Avengers Infinity Defense, and announced an all-new attraction, Stark Flight Lab. Construction begins next year on the expansion, and the debut of these new attractions will double the size of the land.

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Sara is a travel agent with Destinations to Travel, a Disney Earmarked agency. She lives in Alaska with her husband and 3 kids. Due to her extreme dislike of winter, she travels often to warmer destinations during the colder months. She visits the Disney parks and resorts frequently with her family and loves helping other families plan magical vacations. Contact her here for help with your vacation!