4 Disney World Announcements We Expect To See in August

Disney announcements can happen unexpectedly at any time, but we know for certain some BIG ones are happening in August!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Often, when Disney Parks news drops, it can seem a bit random. HOWEVER, on rare occasions, Disney holds events where big news drops are GUARANTEED. One such event is coming up in August, and we’re expecting some significant Disney World news to be revealed then!

Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney is an event exclusive for D23 Gold Members held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort from August 29th through the 31st, 2025. This event will offer participants the ability to “celebrate beloved moments and memories with behind-the-scenes stories, and special guests and performances. Buckle in for a sneak peek at the company’s boundless future, be among the first to access exclusive shopping opportunities, and experience plenty of surprises at this fan-favorite event!”

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This event is sure to be packed with Disney news relevant to the company’s theme park resorts all over the world — including Disney World! Hosted in Florida at Disney World, we expect some big bombshells to drop — and when it comes to the parks, we can think of a few projects that are just begging for some massive updates.

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The new Monsters, Inc. Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently received some new concept art as construction is now officially underway.

We’d love to hear more about the land’s specifics, and, with the project making progress, Disney should be inclined to hype up the new land with more in-depth details — including highlights of the super-interesting hanging coaster!

Monsters, Inc. Concept Art — Posted June 2025 in Hollywood Studios

Over at Magic Kingdom, more specifics were announced regarding Piston Peak, a new Cars-themed area in Frontierland. This area is replacing the Rivers of America, which recently closed for good.

This controversial project will see the inclusion of two new rides coming to the park, and we know Disney has been working tirelessly (pun intended) on the E-ticket attraction, specifically. We’re hoping to get more details on this high-speed, Radiator Springs Racers-like attraction at Destination D23!

Piston Peak ©Disney

Staying in Magic Kingdom, the new Villains Land was announced in 2024, but not much has been revealed since.

Announced in August 2024 at the big D23 expo in Anaheim, California, this new land is still somewhat of a mystery. The land is said to feature two major attractions, along with new dining and shopping experiences that will be presented “on an incredibly twisted grand scale.” We’re hoping for more updates on this project and a closer look at what to expect.

Villains Land ©Disney

Finally, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is undergoing quite the change as we say goodbye to DinoLand U.S.A. in phases. The area is making way for the Tropical Americas-themed Pueblo Esperanza, which will offer a new Indiana Jones ride, an Encanto boat ride, and a carousel attraction.

This land is expected to be completed by 2027, so we’re excited to hear more specifics about these new attractions, as well as more info on the kinds of offerings the land will boast once it opens.

DinoLand Construction

What are you hoping to hear at Destination D23? Let us know in the comments, and continue to follow us here at DFB for all the latest Disney updates!

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