Overview
- Running from Veterans Day 2025 through July 4, 2026, the initiative culminates in Disney Celebrates America across Disney+, Hulu, ABC, ESPN, Freeform, FX and National Geographic led by David Muir.
- Magic Kingdom and Disneyland will stage Disney’s Celebrate America fireworks July 3–5, 2026, with the shows serving as the finale of the national telecast.
- EPCOT and Disney California Adventure will debut Soarin’ Across America in summer 2026, introducing a U.S.-focused film featuring iconic landscapes and cityscapes.
- Cross-company programming includes Good Morning America’s 50 States in 50 Weeks, National Geographic’s America in Superlatives, ESPN’s America’s Team plus live coverage of the 2026 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, and a June ABC News Studios primetime special.
- Disney pledges $2.5 million to Blue Star Families and plans Americana merchandise beginning May 2026, with some broadcast logistics still unconfirmed, including whether fireworks segments will air live.