Get the latest on The Muppet Show special starring Sabrina Carpenter — find out when it airs in 2026, where to watch and why theme park fans are excited.
Get ready to play the music and light the lights! One of the most beloved variety shows in entertainment history is coming back and this time it’s for a special event that’s perfect for fans of all ages. fter decades off the regular screens, Disney has officially announced a brand-new Muppet Show event special, and pop star Sabrina Carpenter will be starring alongside Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and the rest of the Muppet gang.
Muppet Show Special Air Date & Where to Watch
- 🎉 Premiere Date: February 4, 2026 — mark your calendars! This date was just revealed and ties into the show’s big anniversary.
- 📍 Where You Can Watch: The special will air simultaneously on Disney+ and ABC, so whether you stream or watch broadcast TV, you won’t miss it.
Sabrina Carpenter Joins the Muppets
Sabrina Carpenter isn’t just guest starring — she’s also serving as an executive producer on the project, bringing her energy and star power to this celebration of the classic show.
The format promises the classic Muppet Show variety style, sketches, musical numbers, and the lovable chaos the franchise is known for. Additionally, with veteran Muppet performers returning to bring the characters to life, longtime fans have plenty to look forward to.
Muppet Show Special Anniversary Celebration
This event special is timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the original Muppet Show, a heartfelt nod to a series that first debuted in the mid-1970s and entertained generations around the world.
What It Means for Theme Parks
While this special isn’t a theme-park attraction per se, Disney’s ongoing Muppet presence in parks, like upcoming Muppets-themed updates to rides such as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Walt Disney World, shows the brand is far from gone in the theme parks world. The Muppet Show special with Sabrina Carpenter is shaping up to be a nostalgic yet fresh celebration for fans. Still, with confirmed timing and platforms, theme park and entertainment fans now know exactly where and when to catch it!
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