A new face has appeared in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Lilypad, the character joining Alien Swirling Saucers from Toy Story 5, is now physically installed outside the attraction ahead of her official debut. She is in place, but she is not switched on. Here is what guests can spot right now and what is coming when she goes live.
Who Is Lilypad
Lilypad is a larger-than-life, frog-shaped smart tablet who plays a role in Toy Story 5. In the film, she is voiced by Greta Lee. For her part at Alien Swirling Saucers, she steps into the role of DJ, running the show for the toys in the backyard.
Her arrival brings a new personality to the area, and Disney is building the attraction’s next chapter around her.
Where to Find Her
Right now, you can see Lilypad set up outside the ride, seated on top of a large orange toy block. Her placement makes her easy to spot as you move through Toy Story Land.
Even though she is installed, she is not fully active yet. At the moment, she only shows her “The Pond” interface, with no other graphics running. That means guests are seeing the setup ahead of the full experience rather than the finished product.
What Is Still Missing
A couple of finishing touches have yet to appear. The Alien Swirling Saucers marquee still carries its current look and has not been updated with the “Lilypad’s Jams” banner shown in the concept art. That signage change ties to a separate permit filed over the summer.
The installation itself follows a set installation permit filed months earlier, so the physical work has been in motion for a while. The remaining pieces should fall into place as the debut approaches.
What Changes on September 25
Lilypad officially debuts on Friday, September 25, and the attraction takes on a new name to match: Alien Swirling Saucers: Lilypad’s Jams. With that change comes a refreshed soundtrack for the ride.
The new lineup mixes reworked favorites with fresh material. On the remix side, you will hear updated versions of these songs:
- “You’ve Got a Friend in Me”
- “We Belong Together”
- “I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away”
Two original songs round out the set. “Pizza Planet Promo” serves as the in-story theme for the pizza arcade, and “Spin It Back, Lilypad” is a nod to the newest toy in the backyard.
Fun Beyond the Ride
You will not have to board Alien Swirling Saucers to be part of the fun. Guests walking past Lilypad can catch her playlist between entertainment moments, so the area becomes a stop in its own right.
There are a few interactive touches to look for as well. You can try to guess which toy Lilypad is doodling on her drawing app, help her unscramble puzzles, and watch “home videos” featuring Toy Story characters. It adds up to a reason to linger nearby, even between rides.
Conclusion
Seeing Lilypad in place is a preview of what is coming to Toy Story Land, even if she is quiet for the moment. Once she goes live on September 25 and the attraction becomes Alien Swirling Saucers: Lilypad’s Jams, the new music and off-ride activities will be ready for guests. If you are visiting before then, it is worth a look to catch her ahead of the full debut.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
