Walt Disney Imagineering

IAAPA Expo week is one of the highlights of our year! ?? This week, Imagineers Charita Carter, Karin Hanson, and Peter Ricci shared insights with industry peers on how we use innovative technology, state-of-the-art effects, and the power of music to create fresh, relevant storytelling in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.???

First snow of the season ?? means the first snow at the construction site of World of Frozen, opening in 2026 at Disneyland Paris. Naturally, our Imagineers just had to join the fun! ???

Congratulations to Imagineers Andy Martin, Colleen Meyer, and Ric Turner for making the Blooloop 50 Theme Park Influencer List 2024, and to Cory Rouse for being named to the Blooloop 50 Immersive Influencer List 2024! ?? We’re incredibly proud of their contributions and the impact they’ve made in shaping our industry. https://lnkd.in/en2y6QCG

Huge congratulations to the team behind Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Resort! This project was a labor of love — a joyful celebration of creativity and storytelling that brought the magic of the bayou to life. ???

? Exciting News! ? Three Imagineering projects have been honored with Thea Awards from the Themed Entertainment Association in 2025! ?? ?? BDX Droids, by Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development and Disney Live Entertainment: Outstanding Achievement – Technical Innovation ?? Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea: Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land ?? Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland: Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land We’re so proud of our Imagineers and partners who brought these remarkable projects to life! ?? More details on the Disney Parks Blog: https://lnkd.in/eqqsYDZn

Ever wanted to ride with an Imagineer? Now you can! ?? Join the team behind Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Resort for our first ever Ride-A-Long. Get behind-the-scenes details and experience the attraction like never before: https://lnkd.in/eETZZCGW

Can you imagine these beautiful pouches were once "Dream Makers" statue construction hoardings and old raincoats? It's a brilliant example of how we blend creativity with sustainability! ? With ongoing construction at the park, our Facility Services team strives to reuse materials wherever possible. Our Walt Disney Imagineering team adds magic by incorporating hidden Disney elements like *Mickey logo* and the castle into the fabric's design. Together, their efforts allow us to create meaningful, sustainable souvenirs that reflect Hong Kong Disneyland commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development. ? A big thank you to St. James' Settlement - Hong Kong for hosting a special workshop. I hope all our #DisneyVoluntEARS had a blast transforming the canvas from the statue's construction hoardings into their very own phone pouches. Let's continue to promote green habits and foster an inclusive community! ?? ? #HKDisneyland #DreamMakers #DisneyCastLife

Disney brought the biggest fan celebration to Brazil! Michael Hundgen joins Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro on stage to share what’s on the horizon at Disney Parks. Catch all the fun moments from #D23Brasil: https://lnkd.in/eGQNknrJ

It was a pleasure spending the day at Breda University of Applied Sciences with industry colleagues and the next generation of experts in the leisure and themepark industry. I particularly enjoyed my onstage conversation with Wim Strijbosch, as we flipped through some of the pages of my career to date. Thanks for the hospitality and inspirational conversations. #themeparks #nextgen #education #disneyparks #imagineering

Executive Creative Director Sara Thacher recently spoke at the Immersive Experience Network Summit in London, joining over 700 innovators, creators, and operators in the industry! ? In her session, Sara explored the concept of “honest magic” and how misdirection and subversion create engaging, high-throughput experiences. Using Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana as examples, she highlighted how Imagineering designs immersive spaces that invite guests to play and explore, offering different levels of interaction to suit each guest’s journey. “The concentration of immersive talent in London is so high, and the work presented was inspiring. I came away having had so many fantastic conversations with potential new collaborators and a great roster of future potential talent.” ??: James Wills Photography