This year marks the 100th anniversary of author A.A. Milne introducing the world to Winnie the Pooh and all his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. Many fans associate Pooh with the Disney version of the character, and the company is proudly honoring the bear’s 100th birthday.
The Disneyland Resort just announced a limited-time, unique way guests can celebrate Winnie the Pooh’s 100th anniversary at Disney California Adventure. Keep reading to learn all the details of this adorable activation. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including new Girls Crew jewelry coming to Disneyland and a new bus servicing Disneyland-area hotels.
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Winnie the Pooh Gallery at Disney California Adventure
To wish Pooh a happy birthday and simultaneously celebrate Earth Month, guests at Disney California Adventure can visit a limited-time display of artwork created by Disneyland Resort cast members from recycled materials.
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The gallery, titled Zero Waste Art Challenge – “Bears, Bees and a Bit of Magic,” is on display near Silly Symphony Swings for the duration of April 2026. Check out the sculptures below and in person.
10 sculptures are presented, and guests can vote for up to 3 of them as their favorite. Guests can also vote within the Disneyland Resort app.
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Below are photos of all 10 sculptures. They’re all so creative and fun in their own way!
“Up, Up… Oh Bother!” sees Pooh taking flight toward a honeycomb thanks to a balloon, with many of the materials coming from food packaging like Lay’s and Reese’s.
“Buzz Off Into Outer Space with Zero Waste” combines the iconography of Winnie the Pooh with that of a green alien from Toy Story! If you look closely, you’ll also see recycled materials featuring Minnie Mouse, Belle, and Rapunzel.
“Celebrating 100 Years” embodies Pooh’s optimistic spirit perfectly.
“Every Shape and Size” features Heffalumps and Woozles, as well as recycled Disney literature that previously instructed Disneyland guests about strollers and wheelchairs.
“Hunny Buggy” not only celebrates Pooh’s 100th birthday, but also Disneyland’s 70th anniversary, by depicting Pooh and Duffy the Disney Bear in the ride vehicle for The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland Park.
“Just Keep Shopping” deviates from the Pooh theme with an incredible sculpture of Dory from Finding Nemo made entirely of Disneyland shopping bags.
“Panic-Struck Piglet” depicts its namesake character in an unfortunate predicament among a swarm of bees. This sculpture’s tiny butterflies are made out of Disneyland menus!
“Pooh and the Honey Tree” recreates a classic sequence from the titular character’s first Disney appearance, 1966’s “Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree.”
“Sweeten the Earth – Reuse and Recycle” shows Pooh happily enjoying a “smackeral of honey,” as he says.
Lastly, “Hundred Acre Corks” assembles Pooh’s image from wine corks!
More Ways to Celebrate Pooh and Earth Month
Zero Art Waste Challenge – “Bears, Bees and a Bit of Magic” celebrates two special occasions at once: Earth Month and Winnie the Pooh’s 100th anniversary. Disneyland Resort guests can take part in other festivities for both celebrations.
For Earth Month, guests can meet WALL-E and EVE at Pixar Place Hotel on select dates. This is a very rare character meet & greet opportunity, and marks the first time EVE has ever appeared at Disneyland Resort!
Also for Earth Month, Disney is hosting special activities just for guests staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel, such as a free craft.
As for celebrating Pooh, Disney launched 30 merchandise collabs for the character’s centennial, some of which can be purchased at Disneyland. Like always, guests can also ride The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at Disneyland Park and meet Pooh and friends near the attraction.
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