Disney World Unveils New Holiday Attractions for 2026

Walt Disney World has unveiled a series of new holiday experiences set to debut in 2026, building on previously announced seasonal offerings. Among the highlights is Santa’s Holiday Grove, a new attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Located across from Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!, this festive trail will feature intermittent snow flurries, holiday music, and opportunities for guests to share their Christmas wish lists with Santa Claus. The area will also offer specialty food and beverage options.

Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney Presents will undergo a seasonal transformation. The exhibit will showcase holiday displays featuring props and artifacts from classic Disney films, along with a collection of holiday shorts in the theater. The lineup includes Walt Disney’s On Ice, Pluto’s Christmas Tree, and The Art of Skiing starring Goofy.

Three major attractions will receive holiday-themed music overlays. The Electric Mayhem will take over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster with a festive playlist, including tracks like “Holiday Road” and “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).” Alien Swirling Saucers will feature seasonal music from DJ Lilypad, while Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will offer holiday songs such as “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.”

The official Walt Disney World holiday season runs from November 13, 2026, through January 6, 2027, with some attractions beginning earlier. These new additions join returning favorites like Jingle Cruise, Frozen Holiday Surprise, and the International Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT.