Another round of layoffs is underway at The Walt Disney Company, and this time, the cuts are reportedly affecting the division responsible for Disney’s theme parks and resorts.
According to an October 28, 2026, report citing the Los Angeles Times, between 100 and 200 employees within Disney Experiences are being laid off, marking another wave of job reductions under Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro. The news comes as Disney continues restructuring portions of its business while investing in major expansions at its theme parks around the world.
More Than 100 Disney Experiences Employees Reportedly Affected
The latest layoffs reportedly involve Disney Experiences, the business division overseeing Disney’s global theme parks, Disney Cruise Line, and resort destinations such as Aulani in Hawaii. According to the report, employees affected by the cuts are expected to receive notification by the end of Wednesday, October 28.
However, several important details remain unclear. Disney has not publicly confirmed the exact number of positions being eliminated, which departments are affected, or where those employees are located. It is also not known whether any Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort employees are among those impacted.
It is also not known whether any Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort employees are among those impacted. The reported number of 100 to 200 affected employees comes from an unnamed source familiar with the situation, and Disney declined to comment.
Why Is Disney Cutting Jobs?
According to reporting, the latest reductions are connected to an ongoing review of Disney Experiences’ business priorities, investments, and project timelines. The company has been evaluating its organizational structure and operating expenses as part of broader restructuring efforts. Disney has already implemented several rounds of layoffs in 2026.
Earlier this year, approximately 1,000 positions were eliminated, largely connected to the consolidation of Disney’s marketing operations. Additional reductions followed in other corporate divisions, including technology, human resources, and entertainment. The latest Disney Experiences layoffs represent another development in that company-wide effort.
Disney’s Theme Park Business Remains Strong
One particularly notable aspect of this announcement is that Disney Experiences continues to be a major contributor to The Walt Disney Company’s financial performance.
During fiscal 2025, Disney Experiences generated approximately $36.2 billion in revenue and accounted for more than half of Disney’s total operating income. The division also reported strong results during the third quarter of fiscal 2026, with operating income increasing approximately 20% to $3 billion.
Meanwhile, Disney continues investing in major theme park projects, including the upcoming Monsters, Inc.-themed land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. There is currently no indication that these layoffs will result in attraction closures, canceled expansions, or changes to announced construction schedules.
Disney is scheduled to report its full fiscal 2026 financial results on November 17, 2026, which could provide additional insight into the company’s business strategy.
My Take
This is difficult news, especially when you consider the Cast Members and employees who help make Disney’s parks, resorts, and experiences what they are. While business restructuring is certainly not unusual for a company of Disney’s size, it’s still disheartening to hear about employees potentially losing their jobs, particularly in a division that has continued delivering strong financial results.
I’m also interested to see whether Disney provides more clarity about which departments are affected. With so many major projects underway across Walt Disney World and the company’s other destinations, I think it’s important to distinguish these reported staffing reductions from any speculation about the future of the parks. For now, my thoughts are with the employees and families impacted by these decisions.
What do you think of Disney’s recent restructuring and waves of layoffs?
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