Week of August 26, 2025
Ready to rock, Disney fans?
This week brought the launch of World Princess Week across various Disney platforms and the complete story details for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster's Muppet transformation. Celebrate Tangled’s 15th anniversary, delight in exclusive World Princess Week treats in the park, and enjoy a live concert orchastra for the film Moana.
Here's your official Disney news roundup for the week of August 26, 2025. Plus, a new style that is a bit more optimized for mobile viewing.
Parks, Resorts, & Cruising
World Princess Week Celebration Launches
World Princess Week has officially arrived, celebrating "the courage, kindness, and creativity of our Disney princess characters, and the impact they have on fans of all ages." The week-long celebration features a Disney Princess concert filmed at Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle, starring Disney Legends Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara, and Anika Noni Rose alongside Auliʻi Cravalho.
Additional offerings include new Disney Princess merchandise, a 24/7 Princess Stream on Disney+, and "Royal Ride Along" videos featuring voice talent on Disney attractions. More on the new merch below!
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Read More: The Walt Disney Company
World Princess Week Royal Treats
Disney unveiled an extensive lineup of princess-themed foods and beverages across Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris for World Princess Week. The offerings include new items like the Rapunzel Berries and Cream Cake, Colors of the Wind Petit Cake, and Moana Mini Cake at Walt Disney World.
Returning favorites include the color-changing "Make it Pink, Make it Blue" Aurora Fruit Tart and Cinderella Cupcake. Disneyland Paris features specialty cocktails Triple Trouble and Faithful Friend of Atlantica at Fleur de Lys Bar, available August 22-31.
Read More: Disney Parks Blog
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Muppet Story Revealed
Disney Parks Blog unveiled the complete storyline for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, opening in 2026 at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The attraction centers on G-Force Records, now under Muppet management, where guests discover the Electric Mayhem jamming in the studio instead of performing at their sold-out Hollywood concert.
Key updates include a psychedelic guitar redesign (artist rendering below) with classic Muppet car-inspired paint schemes, penguin audio engineers, and a high-speed limousine journey across Muppet-twisted Hollywood landmarks with help from Muppet Labs technology.
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Read More: Disney Parks Blog
Media & Entertainment
Disney Music Celebrates Tangled Anniversary
Disney Music Emporium announced a special collector's edition zoetrope vinyl for Tangled's 15th anniversary, featuring "Songs from Tangled" in a unique rotating display format. The release coincides with World Princess Week celebrations. You can pre-order yours today using the button below!
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Moana Live Concert Tour Announced
Disney's Moana Live-To-Film Concert launches its North American tour this October, featuring a full screening of the film with live musical accompaniment by Hollywood studio musicians and Pacific Islands rhythm masters.
With powerful music and live performances that bring Moana’s journey to life, this is the perfect way to keep the princess party going long after the week ends.
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Read More: The Walt Disney Company
Merchandise & Licensing
Disney World Princess Week Merchandise
The magic doesn’t stop at the parks! Disney Princess fans can bring a little bit of royal energy home with new products that highlight our favorite heroines and their playful animal sidekicks.
This treasure trove of items can help spark imagination, creativity, and storytelling during playtime, or unlock your inner princess by adding enchanting touches to your everyday wardrobe.
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What’s more? For a limited time, receive Free Shipping on orders of $85 or more using code: SHIPMAGIC.
Read More: DisneyStore.com
Creator Spotlight
Blake Silva’s Instagram first caught our attention while browsing cute Disney merch. After spending some time scrolling, we found that Blake is busy covering his favorite tunes on Spotify, travels to Disney parks around the globe, and shares positive vibes across the web!
Take a look and give him a follow! Not on Instagram? Find Blake on other platforms here.
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Before You Disembark
More Magic This Week
Here’s even more Disney news this past week that we didn’t have room to highlight above.
Disney Cruise Line Expanded Itineraries - Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 sailings announced for California and Texas with Puerto Plata debut - Disney Parks Blog
National Geographic Animal Kingdom Content - Princess sidekick animal inspirations featured on NatGeo Kids YouTube channel - Disney Parks Blog
Disney Princess Strings: Garden Soirée Album - New peaceful instrumental album featuring Disney Princess music now available - Disney Parks Blog
LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite - Special premiered August 25 on Disney+ featuring princess team-up against classic villains - Disney+ Press
Disney+ Princess Perks Sweepstakes - Limited-time flash sweepstakes for eligible subscribers featuring Snow White vinyl and princess merchandise - Disney Parks Blog
Shipwreck Hunters Australia Season 2 - Six new episodes exploring maritime discoveries with Western Australian Museum - Disney+ Press
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