Disney is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh, who first appeared in 1926, with special events and attractions at theme parks around the globe. Walt Disney World offers the classic Many Adventures ride at Magic Kingdom, golden statues of Pooh and Piglet, and themed dining experiences including Pooh’s all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet. Disneyland features an oversized beehive attraction, Pooh Corner with candy treats, and character meet-and-greets. International parks like Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, Paris, and the UK also host unique Pooh experiences ranging from Hunny Pot spins to festive Halloween costumes. The celebration includes new merchandise, limited-time meet-and-greet opportunities at specific pavilions, and special shows in various locations. Guests can find details on character appearances through the My Disney Experience app as offerings may change. This centennial marks a century of the beloved character delighting fans across Disney resorts worldwide.
Key Points:
- Winnie the Pooh first appeared on October 14, 1926.
- Disney is celebrating Pooh’s 100th anniversary with special events at parks worldwide.
- Walt Disney World features the Many Adventures ride and Pooh’s all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet at The Crystal Palace.
- Hong Kong’s attraction seats guests in a giant 6-person Hunny Pot.
- Shanghai has the unique Hunny Pot Spin attraction with 18 spinning jars.
- Tokyo offers Pooh’s Hunny Hunt with a mind of its own Hunny Pot.
- Halloween specials include festive Pooh costumes through November 1.
- New anniversary merchandise is available for purchase.
- Character appearances vary by location and can be checked via the My Disney Experience app.