If you’re a Disneyland regular who times your trips around big seasonal offerings, you might want to start planning for spring 2026 now. Disney has officially confirmed that Hyperspace Mountain—the high-energy Star Wars takeover of Space Mountain—is making its way back to Disneyland Park. And this time, the timing of its return is shaping up to be even bigger than usual.
Hyperspace Mountain has always been one of those overlays that fans chase. It’s not just a new soundtrack or a simple projection swap; it transforms the entire experience. The ride becomes a full-scale Star Wars mission, complete with Rebel ships, TIE fighters, laser blasts, and that familiar John Williams intensity. It’s a version of the attraction that practically demands repeat rides, which is why Disneyland bringing it back for 2026 is already sparking excitement.
The official return date is April 28, 2026, and the overlay will run for a limited time. That window lines up perfectly with Season of the Force and all the fan energy that builds around May the 4th. Disney even teased that more Star Wars announcements are on the horizon, which has fans wondering what else the company might have planned.
What we do know is that this isn’t the only major update coming. Over in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is receiving its first major storyline change since the land opened. Starting May 22, 2026, the attraction will debut a brand-new mission inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu. This date isn’t random—it lines up exactly with the release weekend of the new Star Wars movie.
That kind of timing suggests Disney wants Star Wars fans to feel immersed on every front. You can see the new movie, walk into Galaxy’s Edge, and immediately step into a story linked to one of the franchise’s most popular duos.
It’s a big deal for the land. Smugglers Run has always been a fun ride with its “fly the Falcon and deliver Hondo’s cargo” setup, but the Mando-and-Grogu storyline could bring a fresh wave of interest—especially among newer fans who didn’t grow up with the original trilogy. A new mission also gives Disneyland the chance to update queue visuals, cockpit sequences, and maybe even the animatronic pre-show.
Pair that with Hyperspace Mountain’s return, and Disneyland has created a Star Wars season that feels bigger and more coordinated than anything the resort has done in years. The two experiences launch within weeks of each other, practically guaranteeing that spring 2026 will feel like a mini-festival for the franchise.
Crowds are likely to surge, Lightning Lanes will sell quickly, and early mornings may become crucial for anyone hoping to catch both Hyperspace Mountain and the updated Smugglers Run in one visit. But for Star Wars fans, these updates make the spring calendar something worth circling.
The hype is already building, and the year hasn’t even started yet. One thing is clear: Star Wars is about to take over Disneyland, and the energy around it feels electric.
