First Rendering of 'Possible' New Avatar Land at Disneyland Unveiled During Shareholder Meeting

Photo:DisneyA new Avatar experience could be coming toDisneylandsoon!At the annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday, Disney CEOBob Igerannounced a possible plan for a new land at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. The rendering showed a glimpse into an Avatar experience, where attendees could step into the world of Pandora.In the meeting, Iger called it a “first look at creative inspiration for a possible new destination,” adding that the “Imagineers have been hard at work.”“Avatar is the latest example of how we are looking to create new and innovative ways to bring our powerful stories to life,” Igershared via a post on the Disneyland Parks blogthat was also published Wednesday. “Over the past decade, we’ve delivered massive, immersive experiences at our destinations around the world, including new lands and attractions based onStar Wars,the Avengers, Pixar and more.”Steven Diaz/Disney Resorts via GettyThe world of Pandora already exists at Walt Disney World in Florida.AndAvatarisn’t the only IP that has spawned new lands at the parks. Last year, Hong Kong Disneyland opened the World ofFrozenand Shanghai Disney Resort debuted aZootopialand.“We’re keeping that momentum going in 2024,” read a press release. “Tiana’s Bayou Adventureopens this year at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland, and we’re about to unveilFantasy Springsat Tokyo DisneySea, the largest single-land expansion ever at a Disney park.”Iger went on to reveal teams for Disneyland Paris are building aFrozen-themed land, and Disneycruises will expand destinations and ships.“All of this is just the beginning – there are so many stories in our library yet to be explored,” Iger wrote. “As we turbocharge Disney Experiences over the next 10 years, we’re investing aggressively and thoughtfully to give you more of what you love.”AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GCNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.In January, the company announced a10-year, $1.9 Billion expansion projectcalledDisneylandForward, which Iger noted still requires city approval on which theAvatarland’s development depends.The funding, which includes expanding areas west of Disneyland Drive and the Toy Story Parking Area, could potentially require up to $2.5 billion to complete.In terms of new additions that would be part of the project, Products Chairman Josh D’Amaroteased the possibilityof introducing themes fromFrozen, Coco, Black Panther, Tangled, Peter Pan, Zootopia, Toy StoryandTronat Disneyland within the next decade in September 2023.The California park is alsoworking on refurbishing a fan favorite:the Haunted Mansion. Renovation is already underway, with the attraction having temporarily shut down in January.

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A new Avatar experience could be coming toDisneylandsoon!At the annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday, Disney CEOBob Igerannounced a possible plan for a new land at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. The rendering showed a glimpse into an Avatar experience, where attendees could step into the world of Pandora.In the meeting, Iger called it a “first look at creative inspiration for a possible new destination,” adding that the “Imagineers have been hard at work.”“Avatar is the latest example of how we are looking to create new and innovative ways to bring our powerful stories to life,” Igershared via a post on the Disneyland Parks blogthat was also published Wednesday. “Over the past decade, we’ve delivered massive, immersive experiences at our destinations around the world, including new lands and attractions based onStar Wars,the Avengers, Pixar and more.”Steven Diaz/Disney Resorts via GettyThe world of Pandora already exists at Walt Disney World in Florida.AndAvatarisn’t the only IP that has spawned new lands at the parks. Last year, Hong Kong Disneyland opened the World ofFrozenand Shanghai Disney Resort debuted aZootopialand.“We’re keeping that momentum going in 2024,” read a press release. “Tiana’s Bayou Adventureopens this year at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland, and we’re about to unveilFantasy Springsat Tokyo DisneySea, the largest single-land expansion ever at a Disney park.”Iger went on to reveal teams for Disneyland Paris are building aFrozen-themed land, and Disneycruises will expand destinations and ships.“All of this is just the beginning – there are so many stories in our library yet to be explored,” Iger wrote. “As we turbocharge Disney Experiences over the next 10 years, we’re investing aggressively and thoughtfully to give you more of what you love.”AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GCNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.In January, the company announced a10-year, $1.9 Billion expansion projectcalledDisneylandForward, which Iger noted still requires city approval on which theAvatarland’s development depends.The funding, which includes expanding areas west of Disneyland Drive and the Toy Story Parking Area, could potentially require up to $2.5 billion to complete.In terms of new additions that would be part of the project, Products Chairman Josh D’Amaroteased the possibilityof introducing themes fromFrozen, Coco, Black Panther, Tangled, Peter Pan, Zootopia, Toy StoryandTronat Disneyland within the next decade in September 2023.The California park is alsoworking on refurbishing a fan favorite:the Haunted Mansion. Renovation is already underway, with the attraction having temporarily shut down in January.

A new Avatar experience could be coming toDisneylandsoon!

At the annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday, Disney CEOBob Igerannounced a possible plan for a new land at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. The rendering showed a glimpse into an Avatar experience, where attendees could step into the world of Pandora.

In the meeting, Iger called it a “first look at creative inspiration for a possible new destination,” adding that the “Imagineers have been hard at work.”

“Avatar is the latest example of how we are looking to create new and innovative ways to bring our powerful stories to life,” Igershared via a post on the Disneyland Parks blogthat was also published Wednesday. “Over the past decade, we’ve delivered massive, immersive experiences at our destinations around the world, including new lands and attractions based onStar Wars,the Avengers, Pixar and more.”

Steven Diaz/Disney Resorts via Getty

The world of Pandora already exists at Walt Disney World in Florida.

AndAvatarisn’t the only IP that has spawned new lands at the parks. Last year, Hong Kong Disneyland opened the World ofFrozenand Shanghai Disney Resort debuted aZootopialand.

“We’re keeping that momentum going in 2024,” read a press release. “Tiana’s Bayou Adventureopens this year at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland, and we’re about to unveilFantasy Springsat Tokyo DisneySea, the largest single-land expansion ever at a Disney park.”

Iger went on to reveal teams for Disneyland Paris are building aFrozen-themed land, and Disneycruises will expand destinations and ships.

“All of this is just the beginning – there are so many stories in our library yet to be explored,” Iger wrote. “As we turbocharge Disney Experiences over the next 10 years, we’re investing aggressively and thoughtfully to give you more of what you love.”

AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC

Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

In January, the company announced a10-year, $1.9 Billion expansion projectcalledDisneylandForward, which Iger noted still requires city approval on which theAvatarland’s development depends.

The funding, which includes expanding areas west of Disneyland Drive and the Toy Story Parking Area, could potentially require up to $2.5 billion to complete.

In terms of new additions that would be part of the project, Products Chairman Josh D’Amaroteased the possibilityof introducing themes fromFrozen, Coco, Black Panther, Tangled, Peter Pan, Zootopia, Toy StoryandTronat Disneyland within the next decade in September 2023.

The California park is alsoworking on refurbishing a fan favorite:the Haunted Mansion. Renovation is already underway, with the attraction having temporarily shut down in January.

source: people.com