Disney announces Dreamfinder return and major park upgrades at D23

Disney announces Dreamfinder return and major park upgrades at D23

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Disney announced the return of the Dreamfinder character and a slate of major park upgrades at the D23 fan convention in Anaheim, California. The reveal included a revamp of EPCOT's Journey Into Imagination attraction, a redesign of Tomorrowland, and plans for new lands to open at Disney parks in the coming years.

Earlier announcements had confirmed that Dreamfinder would be reinstated alongside Figment in a refurbished Journey Into Imagination experience and that the Imagination pavilion would be updated. Disney also previewed an Inside Look event for the Society of Explorers and Adventurers scheduled for August 14 and disclosed a patent for a vertical-motion ride system, underscoring the company's broader development efforts.

Actors

Thomas Mazloum Neil Patrick Harris Disney Experiences

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Anaheim, California, United States

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August 16, 2026
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Disney unveils Dreamfinder comeback and major park upgrades at D23 event
Disney unveils Dreamfinder comeback and major park upgrades at D23 event

USA Today • 16 Aug 14:04

At the D23 fan convention, Disney announced the return of Dreamfinder, a revamp of Tomorrowland, updates to several attractions and new lands slated for future openings across its parks.

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Disney Announces Return of Dreamfinder to EPCOT's Journey Into Imagination
Disney Announces Return of Dreamfinder to EPCOT's Journey Into Imagination

wdwnt.com • 16 Aug 04:35

Disney confirmed that the Dreamfinder character will be reinstated in a revamped Journey Into Imagination attraction alongside Figment at EPCOT, though no timeline was provided.

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EPCOT's Imagination Pavilion to Be Refurbished, Reuniting Dreamfinder with Figment
EPCOT's Imagination Pavilion to Be Refurbished, Reuniting Dreamfinder with Figment

WDWMagic • 16 Aug 04:33

Disney announced a refurbishment of EPCOT's Imagination pavilion that will bring back the Dreamfinder character alongside Figment, though details of the update have not yet been disclosed.

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August 14, 2026
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Neil Patrick Harris joins Disney Experiences chairman at D23 preview
Neil Patrick Harris joins Disney Experiences chairman at D23 preview

WDW News Today • 14 Aug 09:30

Disney announced an Inside Look event on the Society of Explorers and Adventurers for August 14, featuring a newly rediscovered artifact, and filed a patent for a ride system that simulates vertical motion.

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August 13, 2026
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Neil Patrick Harris spotted at D23 Disney Experiences showcase, sparking Figment speculation
Neil Patrick Harris spotted at D23 Disney Experiences showcase, sparking Figment speculation

WDW News Today • 13 Aug 13:59

Disney Experiences Chairman Thomas Mazloum and actor Neil Patrick Harris were photographed at the D23 showcase, leading observers to wonder if Harris might assume the Dreamfinder role in a potential Figment announcement.

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