At the end of August, fans flocked to Coronado Springs in Walt Disney World Resort for Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney, reveals and updates for Disney’s year ahead, including Disney Parks, Resorts, and Disney Cruise Line.
A New Look for TRON Lightcycle / Run
The grid is glowing red. TRON Lightcycle / Run is getting an electrifying new “Tron: Ares” ride overlay that turns the sleek blue-and-orange world into a fiery battlefield of scarlet and amber light trails. You’ll blast through twisting tunnels, racing at impossible speeds in an experience that feels more like being dropped straight into the next installment of the TRON saga.
Walt Joins the Carousel of Progress
In one of the weekend’s most touching announcements, Imagineer Chris Beatty shared that Walt Disney himself will soon appear in Carousel of Progress through the magic of Audio-Animatronics. A fitting tribute in a show all about innovation, family, and the future.
Napa Rose, Reimagined
The award-winning Napa Rose is preparing to reopen with a refreshed look—think warm Craftsman style with a modern California twist. Disney shared concept art that promises a space that feels both timeless and new, the kind of restaurant where every detail invites you to linger a little longer.
Sip Something New at Sea
On Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Destiny, travelers will soon toast inside immersive new spaces like The Sanctum, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and Cask & Cannon—each dripping with personality and atmosphere pulled straight from beloved Disney stories.
Eight New Collectibles
Popcorn buckets, sippers, mugs—eight brand-new novelty items are on the way to Disney Parks and cruise ships.
A Wickedly Stylish New Land
Imagineers pulled from the swirling beauty of Art Nouveau to craft what they call “Conjured Architecture,” the design language behind the new villains-themed land at Magic Kingdom. Picture organic shapes and sinister curves blending real history with storybook wickedness—an environment that feels conjured right out of a spellbook.
A Villainous Showcase
The villains segment of D23 gave a sneak peek into some upcoming villains-focused projects and products—including the new villains-themed land at Walt Disney World.
A Fresh Look for Cinderella Castle
A new paint palette is coming to Cinderella Castle, balancing soft grays, creams, and blues with touches of shimmering gold. Imagineers shared the deep research and delicate artistry that go into a change this iconic, ensuring every detail feels worthy of a fairytale centerpiece.
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