Disney’s Hollywood Studios has added two more scheduled character experiences as Mulan and Rapunzel now meet guests on Grand Avenue. The update gives visitors an early chance to see both princesses before the larger debut of The Magic of Disney Animation later this summer.
For guests planning a visit soon, this is a notable change. These are not random appearances or roaming sightings. Both characters are listed in the My Disney Experience app with set daily times, making them easier to plan around during a park day.
Where to Find Mulan and Rapunzel
Mulan and Rapunzel are currently greeting guests near the Disney Vacation Club kiosk on Grand Avenue. The two characters rotate through the same location during the day, so guests may need to check the app for current times and availability.
Mulan appears in the same look she wears at the China Pavilion in EPCOT. Rapunzel is meeting guests in her familiar purple dress. Because these are scheduled meet and greets, guests can build them into their plans instead of hoping to catch a surprise appearance.
That small change matters. Scheduled character greetings often make a visit smoother for families who want a reliable chance to meet specific characters.
What Is Coming to The Magic of Disney Animation
This meet and greet change also connects to a bigger project underway at Hollywood Studios. Mulan and Rapunzel are both expected to move into Off The Page, a new character area that will be part of The Magic of Disney Animation.
When that space opens, Mulan will meet guests in the Story department, while Rapunzel will appear in the Layout department. Disney has described these spaces as themed to different parts of the animation process, giving each character a more specific setting.
Disney has also said the full area will include multiple themed spaces and additional character greetings. Along with Mulan and Rapunzel, guests can expect other characters connected to the animation-themed concept. No exact opening date has been announced yet beyond a general summer timeline.
Conclusion
The arrival of Mulan and Rapunzel on Grand Avenue adds another planned character option at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It also gives guests an early look at the lineup for Off The Page before The Magic of Disney Animation officially opens. If meeting either princess is on your list, checking the My Disney Experience app before your visit will be the best way to plan.
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.
