Disney previously announced that a NEW show featuring an animatronic Walt Disney is coming to Disneyland. While the opening date was first shared in early December, it seems like Disney is delaying the grand opening.

“Walt Disney – A Magical Life” ©Disney

At this time, most of the details about this new show are still a secret. That said, we know that this new show, titled “Walt Disney — A Magical Life,” will star an animatronic Walt in a recreation of his studio office. The venue will start with a continuous run of Walt Disney — A Magical Life, but eventually, the show will rotate with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.

Back in December, Disney announced that the show would open on May 16th, 2025, but now, the opening date has been updated. Disney says this attraction will now open alongside new Main Street Opera House exhibits on July 17th, 2025. This will be the FIRST time we get an animatronic version of Walt Disney.

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You’ll be able to watch the new show in the Main Street Opera House. Here, Disney says you’ll get to experience the story of Walt Disney’s life through remastered footage and audio recordings. The story will take us through Walt’s early endeavors all the way to Los Angeles. Then, “when the curtain rises, guests will be transported to Walt’s office.” We’re looking forward to hearing Walt’s stories like never before.

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During Disney’s D23 event in 2024, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro said, “I speak for our entire team when I say there is so much pride and excitement for everyone involved in this endeavor. Creating our first Walt figure is a huge responsibility, and we’ve brought members of the Disney family along with us for every step of the journey.”

Josh D’Amaro at Destination D23, 2023 ©Disney

Then, as previously confirmed, after the show’s initial run, Walt Disney – A Magical Life will play in rotation with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.

Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln

Disney also teased some new additions in the exit lobby! Look out for new previews of upcoming projects and a showcase of how Disney has continued to move forward since it opened.

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These additions will join the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, which begins on May 16th, 2025, and will run through summer 2026.

We can’t wait to check out this show for ourselves! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more.

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