Disney Celebrating America; Soarin' Debuts Summer 2026

Disney will debut Soarin’ Across America at EPCOT and Disney California Adventure in summer 2026 as part of its multi-month "Disney Celebrating America" program marking the United States’ 250th anniversary, which runs from Veterans Day 2025 through the July 4, 2026 weekend. The new film will send riders on a coast-to-coast virtual flight over more than a dozen U.S. locations using high-definition aerial footage, air effects, custom scents and the Soarin' lift-and-screen ride system, and promotional material features Patrick Warburton as the attraction’s flight attendant. Disney has released behind-the-scenes images from the film but has not disclosed the full list of cities or an exact opening date. The broader celebration will include a 24-hour multi-platform broadcast, twin fireworks finales at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, themed programming across Disney’s networks and streaming services, and special merchandise and offers for veterans and military families. Disney frames the project as a tribute to America’s natural wonders and cityscapes intended to inspire unity and pride, though some coverage notes the timing comes amid politically divisive national debates. Additional operational and creative details will be released ahead of the summer 2026 launch.