New Toy Story 5 Characters and Events at Disneyland Paris in 2026

Disneyland Paris is running a Toy Story 5 themed summer event from 17th June to 30th September 2026, timed to coincide with the film's cinema release. The event takes place in Disney Adventure World - the park formerly known as Walt Disney Studios - and includes new character meet-and-greets, food, collectibles, drawing lessons, and a Pizza Planet truck hunt across the Worlds of Pixar area.

What Is Disney Adventure World?

If you haven't been to Disneyland Paris recently, it's worth knowing that Walt Disney Studios Park - the second gate alongside Disneyland Park - was rebranded as Disney Adventure World in 2026 as part of a major expansion. It now includes the Worlds of Pixar area, which is where much of this summer event is focused. So if you're seeing "Disney Adventure World" and wondering where that is - it's the same park, just bigger and with a new name.

The Toy Story 5 event runs across Disney Adventure World from 17th June to 30th September 2026. Most of the new experiences sit within or near the Worlds of Pixar zone and at Animation Celebration, which is the park's character meet-and-greet and drawing venue.

Character Meets: Woody, Jessie and Lilypad

The headline addition for the event is a new character meet-and-greet setting at Animation Celebration, where guests can get photos with Woody and Jessie in what Disneyland Paris describes as a new, colourful setting. They'll both be wearing new accessories tied to the film, and joining them is Lilypad - a frog-shaped tablet who appears to be a new character introduced in Toy Story 5.

There's a catch worth knowing before you plan your visit around Jessie specifically: she'll only be at the meet-and-greet until 3rd July 2026. After that date, Woody and Lilypad continue through to 30th September, but Jessie won't be there. If meeting Jessie is on your list, you'll want to be visiting in the first couple of weeks of the event. Keep in mind some character encounters at Disneyland Paris require you to join a Virtual Queue via the Disneyland Paris mobile app rather than just walking up. It's not always obvious which ones until you're there, so it's worth downloading the app before your visit and checking availability on the day.

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Drawing Classes at Animation Celebration

Also running at Animation Celebration is a drawing class where guests can learn to sketch Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear and Lilypad. These sessions have been part of the Animation Celebration offering at the park for a while, but having the Toy Story 5 characters as the subject is new for this event. It's one of those things that tends to go down well with younger kids and is free to take part in as part of your park admission - no extra cost.

Disneyland Paris hasn't published a full timetable for these sessions yet, so again, the app is your friend on the day for checking what's running and when.

The Pizza Planet Truck Hunt

Spread across the Worlds of Pixar area, Disneyland Paris has hidden 15 customised Pizza Planet trucks for guests to find. It's a scavenger hunt of sorts - the kind of thing that adds some structure to wandering around the park and tends to give kids a reason to actually look at things rather than just sprint between rides.

Toy Story 5 Collectibles and Merchandise

The Animation Boutique inside Disney Adventure World is getting a Toy Story takeover for the duration of the event, with over 180 Toy Story-themed products available - 16 of which are new for Toy Story 5 specifically.

The new Toy Story 5 pieces are presumably going to be available from 17th June, though Disneyland Paris hasn't confirmed whether any are limited runs that might sell out quickly. If there's something specific you're after, it's probably worth heading there earlier in the day rather than banking on it still being there after the rides.

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Toy Story 5 Themed Food and Snacks

There are a few new food options tied to the event, available in Disney Adventure World throughout the summer:

• Lilypad doughnut - available at the recently rethemed Searchlight kiosk, along with other sweet treats
• Emperor Zurg Burger - at The Hollywood Gardens Restaurant
• Alien biscuit - the little green three-eyed aliens finally get their moment in biscuit form

The Toy Story Water Art

On the path leading towards Animation Celebration, Disneyland Paris has added Toy Story-themed water art that appears on the ground beneath guests' feet. It's a temporary, interactive flourish rather than a permanent feature - the water patterns don't stick around - so if you want a photo of it, you'll need to be quick.

What UK Visitors Need to Know

For UK families, the timing of this event aligns reasonably well with the summer school holidays. The event runs to 30th September, so there's a decent window to work with - though peak summer dates will obviously cost more than, say, mid-September when most schools are back.

If budget is a factor, checking the Disneyland Paris pricing calendar is a sensible first step - prices shift quite a bit depending on the week, and late August is almost always more expensive than early June or September. If you can travel in early to mid-September, you'll likely pay noticeably less for the same experience.

Getting there from the UK is relatively easy by rail - take the Eurostar from London St Pancras to Lille Europe, then change to a connecting TGV high-speed train to Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy, which is the station right next to the parks. Total journey time is roughly three to three and a half hours. Disney's own transport, hotel and ticket packages include the train option, which is worth looking at if you want everything sorted in one booking.

If you're flying, most major UK airports have routes into Paris CDG or Orly, and the parks are accessible from both, though CDG is generally more convenient. Search for cheap flights here to compare what's available from your nearest airport.

For the latest deals and discount offers on Disneyland Paris packages, it's worth checking our Disneyland Paris offers guide for UK guests before you book.

Disneyland Paris Offers & Booking

The latest Disneyland Paris offers can be found on the Disney Holidays deals page and the DisneylandParis.com homepage. If there's nothing on for your dates, the Disneyland Paris Price Estimate Calendar is a useful tool for finding the cheapest available dates across any range you're considering.

For UK visitors, there are two main ways to book. If you want a hotel and ticket package only, book directly through DisneylandParis.com and arrange your own transport. If you want everything included - hotel, tickets and transport such as Eurostar or ferry - book through Disney Holidays UK which offers full packages from the UK.

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Toy Story 5 at Disneyland Paris: Your Questions Answered

How long does the Toy Story 5 event run at Disneyland Paris?
The event runs from 17th June to 30th September 2026 in Disney Adventure World, the second park at Disneyland Paris.

Can I meet Jessie at the Toy Story 5 event?
Yes, but only until 3rd July 2026. After that date, Jessie won't be available at the character meet-and-greet. Woody and Lilypad continue through to 30th September.

Do I need a Virtual Queue to meet the Toy Story characters?
Possibly. Some character encounters at Disneyland Paris require a Virtual Queue through the Disneyland Paris mobile app. It's worth checking the app on the day of your visit to see what's required.

Is the Toy Story 5 event included in standard park admission?
Yes - the event activities such as the drawing classes, Pizza Planet truck hunt and water art are part of your standard park entry. The food and merchandise cost extra, as you'd expect.

When is the cheapest time to visit Disneyland Paris this summer?
Generally, early June and September tend to be cheaper than peak school holiday weeks in late July and August. Use the Disneyland Paris pricing calendar to compare dates and find the best value window for your trip.