In 2026, the current home of Star Wars: Launch Bay will transform into a place where kids and kids at heart can laugh, draw, dream, and explore animated new experiences. Topping the building will be Mickey's iconic Sorcerer Hat. Inside, you will interact with and explore silly takes on the iconic Disney Animation headquarters, including the many different studio departments. Only this time, some of our favorite pals have taken over to create the fun adventures.
The playful and interactive moments will be around every corner. You'll see portraits come to life before your eyes just like they did in "Once Upon A Studio;" you'll find inspiration with a short film (with a twist, of course); and you’ll even pencil in some time to learn how to draw your very own character sketch.
The entire courtyard will be reimagined into "The Walt Disney Studios" - Not to be confused with Walt Disney Studios in Disneyland Paris (which will soon be renamed Disney Adventure World). The iconic Disney's Hollywood Studios arch will be demolished, the new Little Mermaid show "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" will remain, and the Disney Junior area will also remain, but will have a new show.
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While exploring the studio grounds and courtyard area, families can take a break to play, relax, or snack on tasty treats under lush trees. And make sure to look around, too. You never know who you might see playing in the branches, soaking up the sun or digging in the grass.
As Disney prepare for this transformation, Animation Courtyard and Disney Jr. Play and Dance! will close beginning September 25, 2025.
