Ever since The Walt Disney Studios was announced to replace Animation Courtyard in Hollywood Studios, we have been (not so) patiently waiting for Disney to tell us when we can meet our favorite characters and try out new drawing classes. Lucky for us, that day is here!

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Grab your pen and get ready to mark your calendar because Disney just gave us the opening date for this new Hollywood Studios experience.

Walt Disney Studios is officially opening on May 26th, 2026, as part of Cool Kids’ Summer!

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This new space is inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, and features iconic elements like Mickey’s sorcerer hat in front of the building.

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It’s going to take the place of Animation Courtyard and Star Wars: Launch Bay, and The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure, which opened in summer 2025, will stay in the area.

The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure

And debuting late summer at Hollywood Studios, The Magic of Disney Animation will feature playful moments around every corner. This newly reimagined space will feature a “Drawn to Wonderland” playground, Disney friends ready to say hi in “Off the Page!”, and “Olaf Draws”, where guests of all ages will learn to draw from legendary Disney Animation artists whose pre-recorded guidance brings the class to life, along with Olaf.

What’s coming to the new experience? There will be lots of character meet and greets along with an indoor playground themed to Mary Blair’s original concept art for Alice in Wonderland called “Drawn to Wonderland.” It will have an oversized flower garden with musical instruments, a Mad Tea Party playset, and a Tulgey Wood exploration area.

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There will also be drawing classes, which make us feel like we’re entering the original Hollywood Studios (or MGM Studios, really!).

Drawing classes at EPCOT

A brand new Disney Jr. show will also be coming to the soundstage, which is perfect for the whole family to take a break from the heat with your favorite Disney Jr. characters.

The soundstage

We can’t wait to experience this ourselves when it opens on May 26th! Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more!

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