Disney’s Hollywood Studios is looking noticeably different as Walt Disney World continues preparing for Christmas 2026.
Seasonal decorations have appeared throughout the park, bringing colorful displays and festive touches to familiar locations.
But the latest changes aren’t limited to the entrance or Hollywood Boulevard.
Disney has now transformed another popular section of the park, introducing oversized decorations, recognizable character details, and colorful lighting that visitors will notice immediately.
And for families planning to visit during the holidays, these additions offer another reason to spend time exploring the park.
Toy Story Land Welcomes Christmas Decorations
Toy Story Land has officially received its Christmas makeover for 2026.
According to WDW News Today, Disney has installed festive decorations throughout the area, including oversized ornaments, colorful garlands, and holiday lighting.
The transformation begins at the entrance, where the enormous Woody figure now wears a red-and-white striped scarf.
Green garland surrounds the Toy Story Land entrance sign, while giant ornaments celebrate familiar characters.
One blue ornament features Buzz Lightyear flying through space.
Another includes Jessie, Woody, and Bullseye in a western-inspired design.
A third purple ornament features gold accents.
Disney has also installed oversized retro-style Merry Lights among the shrubs near the entrance, projecting colorful lighting.
These decorations follow the same playful design that has been part of Toy Story Land since its opening in 2018.
In fact, Disney has a long history of bringing Christmas decorations to Toy Story Land, including oversized ornaments and toy-inspired displays.
Pixar Place Receives Holiday Decorations
The seasonal transformation extends beyond Toy Story Land.
Nearby Pixar Place has also received Christmas decorations, giving visitors another festive location to explore.
Gold tinsel stars now hang from lampposts, while green garland wraps around some of the structures.
Disney has also decorated the entrance to the character greeting area with red garland, colorful ornaments, and paper chains.
Small toy-inspired decorations, including airplanes and trucks, complete the display.
The additions create a playful holiday atmosphere that matches the surrounding Pixar theme.
For families visiting Hollywood Studios, Pixar Place offers another opportunity to enjoy the Christmas decorations while exploring the park.
And these changes arrive as Disney continues introducing other seasonal offerings throughout Hollywood Studios.
Disney Changes a Popular Toy Story Land Attraction
The decorations aren’t the only Christmas additions inside Toy Story Land.
Alien Swirling Saucers officially debuted its holiday soundtrack on November 4.
As previously reported, Disney introduced a new seasonal overlay at the attraction, replacing its regular music with four Christmas songs.
Unlike previous years, the attraction now plays holiday music exclusively during the seasonal experience.
The change is scheduled to remain in place through January 6, 2027.
This gives visitors another reason to ride Alien Swirling Saucers, particularly if they’ve already experienced the attraction earlier this year.
Guests can also explore the nearby dining options, including Woody’s Lunch Box, which serves quick-service meals in the heart of Toy Story Land.
Hollywood Studios Continues Its Christmas Transformation
The latest decorations are part of a larger holiday celebration happening throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Hollywood Boulevard has received seasonal decorations, while the park’s giant Christmas tree and Santa Gertie have also returned.
The changes follow recent work around Echo Lake, where Disney has been preparing the area for Christmas.
Meanwhile, Disney Jollywood Nights has returned with separately ticketed holiday entertainment.
The event features seasonal experiences, special food, and exclusive offerings, including new holiday treats introduced for 2026.
However, visitors don’t need a Jollywood Nights ticket to enjoy Toy Story Land’s decorations during regular park hours.
The seasonal additions are available as part of a normal visit to Hollywood Studios.
A Different Experience for Christmas Visitors
For families returning to Disney World this holiday season, the Toy Story Land transformation offers something different without requiring an entirely new attraction.
The decorations bring recognizable characters into the Christmas celebration while preserving the playful atmosphere that makes the land popular.
Visitors can also enjoy the festive surroundings before or after dining, exploring Pixar Place, or experiencing the attractions.
Disney has celebrated Christmas at Hollywood Studios for decades, and its holiday decorations have long been part of the park’s appeal.
Now, Toy Story Land and Pixar Place have joined the 2026 festivities.
For guests visiting over the coming weeks, the colorful additions are another reminder that Christmas has officially arrived at Walt Disney World.
