Inside the New Magic of Disney Animation Opening

Magic returns in a BIG way to Disney's Hollywood Studios soon! Check out full details of this new expansion.

Return of Hollywood Studios Magic

In the wise words of Walt Disney, the Disney Parks will continue to be reimagined as long as there is imagination left in the world. However, the current state of Disney's Hollywood Studios does not match the initial concept for this 3rd Theme Park at Walt Disney World.

This past May, Disney's Hollywood Studios reopened a new land, "Magic of Disney Animation". While part of this land opened, the remaining attractions would open in phases.

There will be so much to do and explore in this newly reimagined space. The best part is that this space is a nod to the original Roy E. Disney Animation Building in Burbank, California. Finally, there is a connection to the "Old Hollywood" inspiration for this Park.

Magic of Disney Animation Opening

Disney has now announced that "Drawn to Wonderland", "Off the Page!", "Olaf Draws!" and "Once Upon a Studio Theater" will all open on September 14, 2026.

The webpage is now live on the Walt Disney World website for this new expansion. Disney describes this as "Step into a place where Disney characters and stories come to life all around you as we honor the legacy of Disney animation."

We have an exciting description for Disney Once Upon a Studio Theater. "Settle in for a short film in which Mickey Mouse reunites with beloved characters and celebrates over 100 years of Disney animation. Be on the lookout at Once Upon a Studio Theater-in a place like this, you can count on a little pixie dust to make a movie theater a little more magical."

Full Details Magic of Disney Animation

Disney's Hollywood Studios will finally receive a playground once again after the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure was removed. Disney describes Drawn to Wonderland as "Watch your little ones let their imaginations go wild at Drawn to Wonderland. See them explore a playground inspired by Mary Blair's brilliant concept art for Alice in Wonderland."

Magic of Disney Animation officially opens on September 14, 2026.

Get your Disney autograph books ready for Off the Page. "Pan over to a stunning area where you can meet some of your favorite Disney animated friends. At Off the Page!, you will step into different spaces-each highlighting a specific part of the animation process and offering incredible photo opportunities with a popular Disney Character."

Finally, roll up your sleeves and prepare to step into the role of a Disney animator at Olaf Draws. "Learn how to sketch beloved Disney characters at Olaf Draws. Fellow animator-in-training Olaf is there to help you seek out renowned artists behind some of your favorite Disney animated movies. Together, you can learn tricks of the trade as you use pencil and paper to create a Disney animated character."

What do you think of these new attractions? Do you think this is a step in the right direction for Disney's Hollywood Studios? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!