No, Disney is not building a Magic Kingdom in Oklahoma. However, this confusion stems from the American Heartland Theme Park and Resort, a $2.5 billion project announced for Vinita, Oklahoma. While the project is headed by many former Disney Imagineers and is designed to be a "Disney-sized" experience covering 1,000 acres, it is an independent development not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company. As of early 2026, the project has faced several significant delays; the initial 2026 opening date for the theme park has been pushed back to 2029 or later due to permitting issues, funding hurdles for local infrastructure, and construction pauses. The first phase, the "Three Ponies RV Park and Campground," was originally intended for 2025 but has also seen timeline shifts. While it promises "six American lands" similar in scale to Disney's parks, it remains a separate entity currently navigating the complex challenges of large-scale theme park development.