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Disney World and Disneyland Retire Original Versions of Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and Jessie

Three of the most recognizable characters in any Disney park just got a wardrobe update just in time for Toy Story 5 (2026).

New Looks, Same Pixar Trio

Jessie in front of Magic Kingdom's Diamond Horseshoe at Disney World
Credit: Disney

Ahead of the June 19 theatrical premiere of Toy Story 5, Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort have updated the meet-and-greet outfits for Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie at both coasts. @DisneyParks announced the change in late May on X (formerly known as Twitter) with a video showcasing the new looks:

Howdy 👋 Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and Woody are debuting new accessories for #ToyStory5 👀

The updates aren’t full costume replacements; they’re additions layered onto the characters’ existing outfits. Buzz Lightyear has a new shiny star sticker, Woody is now sporting his bandana poncho, and Jessie is wearing a shiny sheriff badge. Each accessory ties directly to the characters’ appearances in the upcoming film, giving Disney Park guests who meet the trio a preview of what they’ll see on screen when Toy Story 5 opens later this month.

woody, jessie, and buzz face characters
Credit: Disney

The updated Woody, Buzz, and Jessie are currently available for meet-and-greets in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and on Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park. Disney hasn’t confirmed whether the new accessories are a permanent addition to the characters’ wardrobes or a promotional change that will be retired after Toy Story 5 wraps its theatrical run.

Coming to Theaters June 19

Toy Story 5 reunites Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack as Woody, Buzz, and Jessie for a story that pits the beloved toys against an enemy they’ve never faced before: technology. The threat takes the form of Lilypad, voiced by Greta Lee, a tablet that captures Bonnie’s attention and begins pulling her away from her toys.

concept art for Toy Story 5
Credit: Pixar

The film also introduces Conan O’Brien as a new character, Smarty Pants, and Bad Bunny as “Pizza with Sunglasses.” Taylor Swift wrote an original country song for the movie called “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which drops on June 5.

What do you think about the new Toy Story (1995) character outfits at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort? Share your opinion with Disney Dining in the comments!

Jess Colopy

Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

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