UPDATED November 7, 2025

Okay, so we already know SO MUCH NEW STUFF is coming to Disney World over the next few years. We’re getting an entire land in Magic Kingdom dedicated to Villains (y’all, we are so ready for that to just happen already). We’re even getting a new Cars land in that same park. Two lands in one park? YES!

Over in Hollywood Studios, we’re getting a Monsters, Inc. land. PLUS we’re getting a new land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, too, Pueblo Esperanza, that will have a new Encanto ride PLUS a new Indiana Jones ride. Okay, our heads are exploding. However, you’ll be able to do some things for the first time in 2025, too, so it could be a good year to book that trip!

Here’s everything you’ll be able to do for the first time ever in Disney World in 2025.

Go to a water park for free

Disney has announced a brand new perk for guests staying at Disney-owned hotels. You can get FREE entrance into one of Disney World’s water parks on the day you check in to your hotel. So you can just check in and hit up Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach without needing a ticket. Just be aware that sometimes only one of the two water parks is operating; if both are open, you can simply take your pick!

So if this is something you think you and your party might be interested in, you might want to book that early flight to Orlando (or hit the road early) so you can have some time at the water parks on your hotel check-in day. This perk made its official debut on January 1st, 2025.

Check out HOW to redeem the 2025 Water Park Perk for Disney World Resort guests HERE!

See the new Zootopia show — NOW OPEN!

We’ve said goodbye to the sometimes (literally!) stinky “It’s Tough to be a Bug!” show in Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life. It’s Tough to be a Bug!, which was presented inside the Tree of Life, permanently closed (as of March 17th, 2025) to be replaced by a brand new show, Zootopia: Better Zoogether! 

Zootopia: Better Zoogether! opened on November 7th, 2025! Guests will see Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and more characters from Disney Animation’s Zootopia in a production that Disney shares “will take guests on an adventure through different biomes seen in the film.” 

The all-new 4D show begins when you arrive at the main stage just in time for Zoogether Day festivities, where you’ll spot some new and familiar faces!

Learn more about the new Zootopia show — Zootopia: Better Zoogether!

Catch a new nighttime parade in Magic Kingdom — NOW SHOWING!

A brand new nighttime parade has come to Magic Kingdom as of July 20th, 2025. It’s time for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away!

Disney Starlight follows in the footsteps of previous iconic nighttime spectaculars like the Main Street Electrical Parade and SpectroMagic. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro shared that, “Disney Starlight will add to that legacy” of these beloved nighttime parades.

Check out EVERYTHING you need to know about Disney Starlight HERE!

Ride the new version of Test Track — NOW OPEN!

A brand new version of Test Track has come to EPCOT as of July 22nd, 2025! Disney collaborated with Chevrolet, the ride’s sponsor, to celebrate the spirit of innovation while also looking forward to the human “drive” for a brighter tomorrow. The new version of the ride offers a look at past, present, and future with the queue presenting six distinct exhibits.

Disney had previously shared that guests will take a joy ride through scenes focusing on onboard technology, customization, and personalization, ending with a trip through a scenic outdoor route.

The attraction update also debuts an all-new musical score, as well as new scenes that highlight the technology that makes our cars smarter. You can check it all out HERE!

We Rode the NEW Test Track in EPCOT and We Have SO Much to Show You!

See the new Villains-themed show at Hollywood Studios — NOW OPEN!

EVERYTHING is coming up villains and we are here for it. The Disney Villains renaissance has begun! Last October, Lighting McQueen’s Racing Academy closed to make way for Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After. This brand new show made its debut on May 27th, 2025!

In this show, the Magic Mirror summons some of your favorite Disney Villains who will break through the glass and explain why we’ve misunderstood them. After the villains share their side of the story, “In the end, it will be on you to make the final call in a delightfully wicked finale filled with dozens of the most infamous evildoers awaiting your decision from within the Mirror’s realm.”

We Just Saw Disney’s BRAND-NEW Villains Show! Check it out HERE.

AND See a NEW Show About “The Little Mermaid” in Hollywood Studios — NOW OPEN!

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure also opened on May 27th, 2025! 

The story is retold almost entirely from Ariel’s point of view and features two songs that weren’t in the previous Little Mermaid show in Hollywood Studios: “Daughters of Triton” and “Kiss the Girl.” The show features live actors, puppets, digital animation, and even some live motion capture integrated together to fully replicate the underwater setting!

We Just Saw Disney’s BRAND-NEW Little Mermaid Show and We Have THOUGHTS

Drink like a pirate at The Beak and Barrel — NOW OPEN!

A new Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern is NOW OPEN in Magic Kingdom as of August 29th, 2025! We hope ye AAARRRR ready to visit The Beak and Barrel! This lounge, as Disney shares, extends the story of the beloved Pirates of the Caribbean attraction.

The tavern brings together pirates of all ages to “gather to tell their tales,” and serves “tasty options for pirates of all ages — as well as refreshing cocktails for Guests ages 21 and up.” You can see the FULL MENU for The Beak and Barrel HERE!

Disney has shared that there is a 45-minute time limit for your time inside The Beak and Barrel. The lounge also accepts Advance Dining Reservations 60 days out (and you’ll want to ACT FAST). 

Click HERE for everything you need to know about The Beak and Barrel Pirate-themed lounge!

Visit a Spaceship Earth-themed lounge, because… why not? NOW OPEN!

A Spaceship Earth LOUNGE is officially OPEN as of June 4th, 2025! Get ready to visit GEO-82!

Disney shares the meaning of the name: “The name GEO-82 is a nostalgic nod to Spaceship Earth—which opened in 1982. At GEO-82, you’ll be immersed in the storied history and enduring legacy of this timeless EPCOT icon.”

The decor draws inspiration from “the ball’s” unique geometric sphere and hopes to offer a “zen space” to guests, filled with “rich textures and warm metallic tones, giving it a mysterious and elegant intimacy.”

Dishes and drinks are specially designed for the location! Disney further shares that “Here, you can experience global flavors blended with culinary artistry in classic cocktails and small plates.”

You can check out or FIRST VISIT to GEO-82 HERE!

Step inside GEO-82 with us HERE!

Please be aware that Disney has also stated that GEO-82 requires Advance Dining Reservations.  Additionally, GEO-82 is exclusively for guests 21 years or older.

P.S. Oh! And the new GEO-82 Fireworks Experience is part of Disney World’s Enchanting Extras Collection, where you can watch Luminous: The Symphony of Us from inside the lounge!

So if you’re visiting Disney World in 2025, you’re going to have a lot of new things to see and do. It’s an exciting year!

Stay tuned to DFB for more.

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