Exploring Disney x Starbucks: 6 New Travel Tumblers for Your Park Adventures

In an exciting collaboration, Disney and Starbucks have unveiled a new collection of six travel tumblers that pay homage to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and their beloved attractions. Priced at $50 each, these 24-ounce plastic tumblers feature exclusive designs that celebrate the magic of the parks and include glitter elements as well as mystery pin packs. The launch is set for April 2025, attracting collectors and fans alike with visual nods to iconic rides and landmarks.

Each tumbler comes with two random pins from a selection of 48, highlighting attractions such as Cinderella Castle and Pixar Pier, along with some discontinued favorites like Test Track. This Disney x Starbucks partnership is crafted with nostalgia in mind, offering double-wall insulation, secure screw-on lids, and reliable silicone straws. Currently, these tumblers will be exclusively available through the Disney Store, with no set end date for sales.

Features and Aesthetic of the Tumblers

Collectible sips with Disney and Starbucks (Image via Disney Store)
Collectible sips with Disney and Starbucks (Image via Disney Store)

The tumblers are designed with clear bodies showcasing vintage-inspired color palettes and glitter accents. Each tumbler reflects a different park:

  • Disneyland: Features the Sleeping Beauty Castle, alongside charms like José from the Enchanted Tiki Room.
  • California Adventure: Spotlights Pixar Pier.
  • Magic Kingdom: Highlights Cinderella Castle.
  • EPCOT: Includes references to Test Track.
  • Hollywood Studios: Integrates motifs from the Tower of Terror.
  • Animal Kingdom: Displays artwork of the Tree of Life.

The “sticker-style”designs skillfully blend both iconic and retro themes, while each tumbler is designed for cold beverages. The innovative double-wall insulation ensures drinks stay chilled, and the silicone grips on the straws prevent slips, complementing the screw-on lids that help minimize spills.

Mystery Pins: Trading and Collectibility

Glitter, pins, and Disney magic (Image via Disney Store)
Glitter, pins, and Disney magic (Image via Disney Store)

Adding to the thrill, each Disney x Starbucks tumbler includes a blind pack containing two pins from a unique eight-pin set specific to each park. With a total of 48 different pins available, collectors are encouraged to trade duplicates or complete their collections. Noteworthy pin designs may include:

  • Disneyland: The Partners statue and Haunted Mansion’s hitchhiking ghosts.
  • EPCOT: Icons like Spaceship Earth and World Showcase pavilions.
  • Animal Kingdom: Celebrations like Expedition Everest and Festival of the Lion King.

The enamel pins come with rubber backings, and their randomized distribution invites customers to purchase multiple tumblers for a chance to collect the entire set; however, Disney has yet to clarify whether the pins will be made available for separate purchase.

Pricing, Availability, and Purchase Information

Disney's Hollywood Studios Starbucks® Travel Tumbler (Image via Disney Store)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Starbucks® Travel Tumbler (Image via Disney Store)

Each tumbler in the Disney x Starbucks series is priced at $50 and can be purchased online through the Disney Store as well as select park locations. Each included package contains:

  • One 24-ounce tumbler
  • Two hidden mystery pins
  • A matching straw

Shipping fees may vary, and international availability is still unconfirmed. Notably, this collection is not part of Starbucks’ in-store offerings but falls under their travelware line. Buyers can acquire multiple tumblers in a single order, although no discounts have been currently advertised.

Target Audience and Thematic Inspirations

Mystery pin pack (Image via Disney Store)
Mystery pin pack (Image via Disney Store)

This collaboration primarily aims at adult fans of the parks and pin collectors. The designs bring together both current attractions, such as Pixar Pier, and nostalgic elements from retired rides like the Tower of Terror’s original Twilight Zone theme. The vintage look aligns seamlessly with Disney’s “100 Years of Wonder” initiative planned for 2025, though this relationship isn’t officially confirmed.

Following earlier collaborations between Disney and Starbucks, such as the Halloween-themed cups released in 2023, this marks the first series dedicated solely to celebrating the parks’ landmarks. Teasers shared on the Disney Parks Blog suggest that further expansions may be on the horizon, although details remain under wraps.

The Disney x Starbucks travel tumbler launch masterfully combines convenience for beverage lovers with the nostalgia of theme parks. With distinctive park-themed designs and collectible pins, this collection enhances Disney’s lifestyle merchandise offerings. As this partnership continues to unfold, its popularity could set a precedent for future cross-promotional releases linked to Disney’s anniversaries or special seasonal events.

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