We are thrilled to bring you live coverage of the Disney Experiences Showcase at D23 2026, taking place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This highly anticipated event promises to unveil a plethora of exciting updates and announcements from Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, and beyond.

Disneyland’s Avengers Infinity Defense to Star Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, and More

The upcoming Avengers Infinity Defense at Avengers Campus at Disneyland’s Disney California Adventure will officially star some of the biggest names in the MCU, including Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, Anthony Mackie’s Captain America, Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye, and Iman Vellani’s Ms. Marvel. This highly anticipated attraction is set to open in 2028 and will see guests helping reassemble the Avengers to battle King Thanos.

In a recent interview, Disney Imagineer, Thomas Mazloum, revealed the team’s vision for the attraction: ‘We’re bringing the epic battle to life in a way that’s never been done before. With cutting-edge technology and an incredible cast, we’re confident that Avengers Infinity Defense will be a game-changer for Disneyland Resort.’

Animal Kingdom’s Encanto Attraction Is Called Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto

We learned a lot more about the Encanto attraction headed to the new Tropical Americas area of Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, including that it will be called Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto. In this attraction, guests are invited to celebrate Antonio’s new gift of the ability to speak to animals.

To help tell the story, the main voice actors from Encanto will be reprising their roles, including Stephanie Beatriz (Mirabel), Jessica Darrow (Luisa), and Diane Guerrero (Isabella). The attraction promises to be an immersive and unforgettable experience, with stunning visuals and an enchanting soundtrack.

Disneyland’s Coco Attraction Takes Place a Year After the Original and We’ll Relive Miguel’s Memories of the Land of the Dead

Following the big reveals from Coco 2 and the news that Coco will be a new world in Kingdom Hearts 4, we learned a bit more about the much-anticipated Coco attraction that’s headed to Disneyland’s Disney California Adventure.

The attraction’s storyline takes place a year after the original film and we’ll first enter a ‘casa museo’ that’s dedicated to Miguel’s great-great grandfather, Héctor Rivera. After that, we’ll join Miguel and go on a boat ride through his memories of the Land of the Dead. Oh, it will also have no height requirement, making it accessible to guests of all ages.

The Lion King at Disneyland Paris’ Disney Adventure World to Feature Simba’s Final Confrontation with Scar

The Lion King is finally getting its first Disney Parks attraction at Disneyland Paris’ Disney Adventure World, and it will take us on a journey through the tale of the classic film, including the ‘not-so-happy times.’

Alongside a 120-foot-high Pride Rock that will send us soaring down a new flume system with a 52-foot drop, we’ll also be witnessing the final confrontation between Simba and Scar. This thrilling attraction promises to be a must-visit experience for fans of the beloved Disney classic.

Carousel of Progress Casts Disney Legend Jamie Lee Curtis and Emmy-Winning Actor Bryan Cranston

Alongside a glimpse of the new scenes set in the 1980s, it was revealed that Disney Legend Jamie Lee Curtis and Emmy-winning actor Bryan Cranston will be joining the cast as the new version of the attraction’s Mom and Dad, respectively.

This exciting update promises to bring a fresh new take to the classic attraction, with the talented duo bringing their unique chemistry and charisma to the role. We can’t wait to see how they bring this iconic attraction to life!

The Yeti Audio-Animatronic Is Coming Back to Life at Animal Kingdom’s Expedition Everest

At the showcase, Disney Experiences Chairman Thomas Mazloum revealed that the team is ‘bringing the Yeti back to life inside Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!’ This highly anticipated update promises to bring a new level of immersion and excitement to the attraction, with the Yeti’s return set to be a major highlight of the show.

With its state-of-the-art animatronics and stunning visuals, this update promises to take the already thrilling Expedition Everest to new heights. We can’t wait to see the Yeti back in action!

The Imagineering Season 2 Is Headed to Disney+ in Early 2028

Leslie Iwerks’ The Imagineering Story is one of the most beloved documentaries on Disney+, and it was just revealed that we’d be getting a second season in early 2028. This highly anticipated update promises to bring even more behind-the-scenes insights and exclusive content, giving fans a deeper look into the magic of Disney Imagineering.

We can’t wait to see what the second season has in store for us, and we’re confident that it will be just as captivating and informative as the first season.