No, Disney is not building a theme park in Oklahoma. This is a common misconception that stems from the 2023 announcement of American Heartland Theme Park and Resort, a massive $2 billion project located in Vinita, Oklahoma, along Route 66. While the project is being developed by a team that includes several former Disney Imagineers and designers, it is an entirely independent venture unaffiliated with the Walt Disney Company. The park is designed to have an "Americana" theme, featuring six distinct lands like Great Plains, Bayou Bay, and Frontier City, drawing obvious architectural and conceptual inspiration from the classic Disney "hub-and-spoke" layout. For 2026 travelers, it is important to distinguish between the two; while Oklahoma will soon have a world-class destination, it will not feature Mickey Mouse or Marvel characters. Disney's current domestic expansion plans, known as "Disney Forward," are focused on multi-billion dollar investments within their existing footprints in Anaheim, California, and Orlando, Florida, rather than opening a third US "gate" in the Midwest. The Oklahoma project aims to capture the heartland market with its own unique storytelling and attractions, separate from the Disney brand.