By Juliana OctaviniThe news of Disney Springs in 2026 They're completely turning one of Orlando's most visited places outside Disney parks, and, honestly, folks, if it's been a while since you've been there, you'll probably be surprised at the amount of changes the complex's been getting over the last few months.
Disney Springs has always been that perfect place to stroll at the end of the day, dinner, shopping and enjoying a Disney climate without having to spend on park tickets. But now, in addition to remaining all this, the complex is also entering a new phase. Some traditional stores have closed the doors, others have gone through complete renovations and several new brands have started to arrive, bringing a much more modern, young and connected profile to trends that are pumping on social networks.
Disney clearly realized that Disney Springs has become much more than just a shopping center. Today, many people include the site in the itinerary even without visiting the parks. Furthermore, the complex has become practically a mandatory tourist spot for those who like shopping, collectibles, theme stores, different experiences and new things that have not even arrived in Brazil.
Disney Springs is changing the profile of the stores in 2026
Those who visit Disney Springs often have probably noticed that some more traditional stores have begun to disappear in recent times. At the same time, more modern brands and much more interactive experiences have begun to occupy these spaces.
And that says a lot about Disney's new position on the complex.
For 2026, Disney Springs is strongly betting on “uninstallable” experiences, pop culture, viral stores, collectibles, streetwear, lifestyle and environments that encourage visitors to spend more time exploring the site.
So some changes have attracted a lot of attention recently.
One of them was the end of the old Ever After Jewelry Co., a store that for years sold Disney-inspired jewelry and accessories. However, the space was not empty. In fact, it went through a complete remodel and gave rise to the new Disney Ever After, which became much more modern and aligned to the current profile of the complex.
Now the store has become practically a paradise for Disney accessories fans. The site sells Minnie's earrings, Loungefly bags, Lug bags, custom headbands, theme accessories and various unique items that live appearing on TikTok and Instagram.
In addition, the environment was totally re-enacted. The decoration became much more colorful, modern and visually attractive, something that was clearly thought to encourage photos and shares on social networks.
Another important change happened at the Town Center. Johnston & Murphy, known for premium men's footwear and clothing, recently ended its operation. Shortly after, Francesca's women's boutique also left the complex. Although many people initially missed these exits, they eventually made room for brands more aligned to the new profile that Disney seems to want to implement in the coming years.
And that's exactly where the most interesting news begins.
New stores arriving at the complex
One of the most commented news of the last few months was the arrival of the The Disney Drop Shop, located within Marketplace Co-Op.
And, guys, this store is perfectly the new phase of Disney Springs.
The proposal of space revolves around the world fever of blind boxes, those collectible surprise that you only discover which model you bought after opening the packaging. It may seem simple, but it has become a gigantic phenomenon among young people, collectors and fans of pop culture.
In the store, visitors find extremely popular brands like Popmart, Labbu, Cosbi and Beast Kingdom. In addition, there are several limited items, rare miniatures, action figures and collectibles difficult to find elsewhere in Orlando.
The most interesting thing is to realize how Disney began bringing Asian and viral Internet trends into the complex. In fact, many people are visiting the store just to look for the famous characters Labbu, who have become fever on social networks recently.
This kind of news makes Disney Springs much more interesting even for those who have known Orlando for years.
Clothing stores also open their doors at Disney complex
Another recent novelty that also caught a lot of attention was the arrival of the Vineyard Vines to the Town Center.
The brand is extremely well known in the United States and has that classic American style inspired by coastal life, with light, comfortable and sophisticated clothes at the same time.
Although she is not as famous among Brazilians as other American brands, many people end up entering the store just because the environment draws attention. In addition, the pieces have that typical Florida look, perfect for those who like more casual and elegant clothes.
Meanwhile, other news has already been confirmed for the next few months.
A VansFor example, you have already officially announced your arrival at Disney Springs. And that makes sense within the new complex proposal. After all, the brand directly talks to a younger audience, connected to streetwear and urban trends.
The expectation is that the store sells not only the classic brand sneakers, but also backpacks, clothes, accessories and special collections.
Another confirmed mark is the Cole HaanThe company must occupy one of the spaces left by the stores that recently closed operations at the Town Center.
In addition, the Vuori It was also announced for the complex, and although many people in Brazil do not yet know the brand, it has grown absurdly in the United States in recent years.
Vuori works mainly in comfortable premium athleusure style clothing, mixing sports pieces with casual fashion. Many people compare the brand with a more sophisticated version of Lululemon.
Disney Springs is also investing in new experiences
It's not just the shops that are changing.
Disney Springs also began investing much more in entertainment and immersive experiences.
One of the most different ads was the LEVEL99, an interactive attraction that promises to mix escape rooms, physical challenges, group experiences and immersive games.
I had already commented on him in these two posts here:
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Level99 arrives at Disney Springs with interactive games
The proposal seems to be to create something totally different from Orlando's traditional entertainment, especially for teenagers, adults and groups of friends who want to do something other than just shopping and restaurants.
The space will be located in the West Side area and has already generated enough expectation.
And speaking of news, another premiere announced was the Six Ravens, a new concept created by the same team as the famous Gideon’s Bakehouse.
Although it is a gastronomic space, it is worth mentioning because Gideon’s has become practically a tourist attraction within Disney Springs. The new project will focus on savory hand pies, a kind of artisanal salt pie very popular in the United States.
That is, it all indicates that Disney continues to invest heavily in differentiated experiences within the complex.
Is Disney Springs worth visiting in 2026?
In my opinion, it's worth a lot.
I think Disney Springs has become one of Orlando's most enjoyable places to go without that typical park run.
Also, as the complex constantly changes, there is almost always some novelty going on there. Whether it's a new store, a Disney exclusive launch, a different experience or even seasonal changes in decorating.
Another positive point is that the site continues to offer free parking and free entrance, which helps a lot who wants to take a quieter ride during the trip.
Even who has been dozens of times finds something new these days.
In fact, if you like to follow up on shopping and trends in Orlando, it is also worth checking out our article on the new stores that opened in Orlando in 2025 and 2026 on the Orlando Journey.
