New Details About What’s Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026

Disney fans, planners, and proud spreadsheet warriors — rejoice! Disney has officially unveiled its 2026 Walt Disney World calendar, details, and key dates, and we’ve got everything you need to start mapping out your magical year. From seasonal celebrations, special events, and new experiences, to those all-important planning windows, this guide breaks down what’s coming so you can plan smarter, travel happier, and sprinkle in plenty of pixie dust along the way. Let’s take a look at what’s ahead for 2026 and get those countdowns started!

By Jeremy Stein, ago
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OG Magic: Ranking Walt Disney World’s Opening Day Survivors

We’re going all the way back to the very beginning — opening day at each of Walt Disney World’s four parks — to celebrate the attractions that started it all and are still bringing the magic today. From the charm of 1971’s Magic Kingdom lineup to EPCOT’s futuristic beginnings in 1982, the movie-magic launch of Disney MGM Studios (Hollywood Studios) in 1989, and the wild debut of Animal Kingdom in 1998, we are ranking the rides, shows, and experiences that have stood the test of time.

By Jeremy Stein, ago