2023 marks the 100th anniversary of Disney. As we approach this historic milestone, we are inspired by the journey we've been on together and the fans and families who have brought Disney into their hearts throughout the past century.
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Disney's 100th Anniversary is officially underway at Walt Disney World, with new things to do at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and the resort hotels. This guide to the 100 Years of Wonder Celebration offers info, what to see & do, and other assorted tips. (Updated September 22, 2023.)
Basic Scoop. During the entire 2023 year, Disney Parks will be celebrating the Walt Disney Company turning 100 years old. This is a global celebration, encompassing all 6 Disney Parks, with the kick off happening at the Disneyland Resort on January 27, 2023.
Purple and platinum are the official colors of Disney's 100th Anniversary celebration. The display wall that the sign is placed on features two geodesic collage banners with some of our favorite characters on either side of it.
Highlights Include: Meet Disney Friends Near EPCOT Main Entrance – Goofy and a pal. Meet Favorite Disney Pals at the Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival – Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their Disney100 Celebration outfits. Meet Figment Inside ImageWorks – Figment.
The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration started on October 1, 2021, and it will last a full 18 months. The celebration will run through March 2023.
Meaning, it's time for the next event — the Disney100 Celebration at Disney World. Unlike the 50th, which honored the day the Walt Disney World Resort (including Magic Kingdom) opened on October 1, 1971, the 100th celebrates The Walt Disney Company, which was founded on October 16, 1923.
Disney's Actual 100th Anniversary is October 16, 2023. The official founding date of the Walt Disney Company, October 16, 2023, is sure to have some hoopla in the Disney Parks.