Mickey Mouse's Sorcerer Hat Returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios

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Disney Parks has announced the return of Mickey Mouse's sorcerer hat to Hollywood Studios. The 122-foot replica of the hat from the film 'Fantasia' was a popular photo spot for guests from 2001 until it was removed in 2015. Disney officials say the newly reimagined area where the hat is located will open to guests on May 26, and a new family experience inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios will open later this summer.

Why it matters

The sorcerer's hat was a beloved icon at Hollywood Studios, and its return is likely to be welcomed by Disney fans who have missed the iconic structure. The addition of new experiences around the hat also signals Disney's continued efforts to refresh and update its parks with new attractions.

The details

The sorcerer's hat was a 122-foot replica of the hat Mickey Mouse wore in the 'Fantasia' film. It was installed at Hollywood Studios in 2001 and became a prime spot for guests to take photos. Disney officials removed the hat in 2015, stating they were bringing new experiences to the park. Now, the hat has returned, and Disney has shared a sneak peek of the reimagined area where it will be located. The new family experience, 'The Magic of Disney Animation,' inspired by the animation studios in Burbank, California, will also open later this summer.

• The sorcerer's hat was installed at Hollywood Studios in 2001.
• The hat was removed in 2015.
• The reimagined area where the hat is located will open to guests on May 26, 2026.
• The new family experience, 'The Magic of Disney Animation,' will open later this summer in 2026.

What’s next

The newly reimagined area where the sorcerer's hat is located will open to guests on May 26, 2026, and the new family experience, 'The Magic of Disney Animation,' will open later this summer in 2026.