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626 Day is almost here, and Disney is celebrating in a BIG way with new merchandise, global pop-up experiences, exclusive collectibles, and even a new music video starring everyone’s favorite blue alien.

If Stitch is your favorite Disney character, this may be the biggest 626 Day celebration yet. Disney has unveiled dozens of brand-new products, interactive fan experiences around the world, exclusive pop-up events, and new entertainment arriving on Disney+, giving fans plenty of ways to celebrate Experiment 626 all summer long.

Every year on June 26, Disney fans celebrate Stitch, also known as Experiment 626, during the unofficial fan holiday inspired by the beloved Lilo & Stitch character. For 2026, Disney is kicking off the festivities early with an impressive lineup of new Stitch merchandise, limited-time global pop-up experiences, exclusive collectibles, books, toys, apparel, accessories, and brand-new entertainment celebrating everyone’s favorite mischievous alien.

Disney isn’t just releasing merchandise; it’s bringing Stitch to fans across the globe with immersive pop-up events.

Newport Beach, California

On June 26 from 12 PM to 6 PM, fans can celebrate on the Macy’s Lawn at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

The free event includes:

• Complimentary shave ice from Hula Girls
• Brand-new Stitch merchandise from popular brands
• Polaroid photo opportunities with your ‘ohana

Shanghai, China

From June 26 through July 19, Shanghai’s Zhang Yuan will host a Stitch & Scrump-inspired pop-up featuring:

• Exclusive merchandise
• Instagram-worthy retail experiences
• Special themed foods debuting for the first time, including gelato and macarons

Tokyo, Japan

The Disney Stitch SUMMER COLLECTION arrives at SHIBUYA109 from June 26 through July 12.

The celebration includes:

• Exclusive Japan-inspired Y2K gyaru-style Stitch merchandise
• A dedicated pop-up store
• Stitch-themed mall decorations
• Merchandise across eight different brands
• The Japanese-language version of Angel’s Glitter Glide is playing throughout the venue

Taiwan

Beginning June 26, Stitch-inspired pop-ups will launch across three major cities.

Inspired by Taiwan’s famous night markets, the experiences will feature immersive installations and collectible merchandise throughout the summer.

London, England

From June 26-28, Disney YuYus arrives in Soho, London, with a colorful pastel-themed boutique.

Guests who reserve free tickets will receive exclusive preview access to shop new Disney YuYus collections before their wider release while exploring the specially designed boutique experience.

Lisbon, Portugal

Disney has also partnered with Oral-B and Procter & Gamble to launch the “‘Ohana Brushing Club” at FNAC from June 26-28.

Families can enjoy:

• Interactive brushing demonstrations
• Stitch-themed Oral-B electric toothbrush displays
• Character photo opportunities
• Complimentary giveaways
• Children’s creative activities inspired by Stitch

New Stitch Merchandise for Every Fan

Disney also revealed an enormous lineup of products spanning nearly every category imaginable.

Just Play

Beginning July 1, fans can collect:

• Disney Stitch Sleepy Stars Vinyl Plush clip-ons
• Disney Stitch Splash Zone Designer Figs blind-box collectibles

Available at Walmart, Target, and Amazon.

LEGO

Two brand-new LEGO sets arrive featuring:

• Stitch & Scrump
• Beach Fun with Lilo & Stitch

The new sets let builders recreate beach adventures complete with surfing, rockets, guitars, ocean play, and island fun.

Citizen

The new “Stitch in Time” watch features:

• Gold-tone case
• Gold-tone bracelet
• Blue tropical watch face

Designed as a playful yet stylish summer accessory.

Topps

Stitch is taking over the new 2026 Topps Chrome Disney trading card collection.

The launch campaign stars Tony Hale, the voice of Forky in Toy Story 5, as Stitch creates playful chaos inside Cards HQ in Atlanta.

Collectors can also hunt for a special Lilo & Stitch Shadowbox insert featuring:

• Stitch
• Lilo
• Jumba
• Pleakley
• Grand Councilwoman
• Hawaiian-inspired artwork

Squish-a-longs

Pocket-sized Stitch Squish-a-longs arrive for fans looking to collect, trade, display, and take Stitch on all their summer adventures.

Funko

The newest Funko collection includes:

• POP! Mermaid Angel
• POP! Snorkeling Stitch
• Stitch & Angel Mystery Minis
• Angel in Pineapple Glitter Globe
• Stitch in Tube Pop! Keychain

Pandora

Pandora introduces the Disney Stitch Summer Fun Charm, featuring Stitch wearing sunglasses while relaxing inside a pool floatie.

BoxLunch Exclusives

Two new apparel releases include:

• Disney Lilo & Stitch Scrump & Stitch Women’s T-Shirt
• Disney Lilo & Stitch ‘Ohana Tie-Dye Women’s Cropped T-Shirt

Perfect for matching summer outfits.

New Books

Readers can enjoy:

• Secret Mission! (Disney Stitch) from Little Golden Books featuring seek-and-find activities
• Disney Stitch: You’re My Little ‘Ohana, celebrating family with Lilo, Stitch, and Nani

Jakks Pacific

The Disney Darlings Deluxe Feature Doll Stitch includes:

• Sparkling star cheeks
• Interactive giggles
• Baby doll styling inspired by Stitch

ZURU

The My Mini Baby Disney Stitch 2-Pack Mystery Capsules feature surprise mini Stitch dolls with collectible accessories for imaginative play.

Loungefly

The new Lilo & Stitch Animal Friends All-Over Print Mini Backpack features surfboards, ducklings, sea turtles, and Stitch-inspired artwork, perfect for summer adventures.

GUND

The Disney Stitch Oh So Snuggly Plush adds an extra cuddly version of Stitch to the growing plush collection.

Amazon

Fans can also pick up:

• A Stitch iPhone case
• A Stitch beach-inspired adjustable baseball hat

Continue the Celebration on Disney+

The fun doesn’t stop with merchandise.

Beginning June 26, fans can watch Angel’s Glitter Glide, performed by Descendants star Dara Reneé, on Disney+.

The music video follows Stitch and Angel on a colorful musical world tour filled with choreography, shimmering visuals, and plenty of Stitch-sized mischief. The song is also available on major digital music platforms, and Disney is encouraging fans to learn the featured dance as part of this year’s 626 Day celebration.

There’s Something for Every Member of Your ‘Ohana

Whether you’re visiting one of Disney’s international pop-up events, collecting exclusive Stitch merchandise, adding another Loungefly to your collection, building with LEGO, or simply streaming Angel’s Glitter Glide on Disney+, Disney is making sure 626 Day is bigger than ever before.

And judging by everything announced so far, this summer belongs to Experiment 626.

As always, keep checking back with Theme Park Scope for the latest Disney merchandise news, Disney Parks updates, Disney Store releases, and everything happening across the Disney universe.