Personalize Your Resort Days with New Mug Charms
If you have ever spent a week at a Walt Disney World resort, you know the struggle of the refillable mug shuffle. You come back to the table with a tray of food, and suddenly, everyone is asking, “Wait, is the blue lid mine or yours?” While Disney has offered different lid colors for years, they are finally taking customization to the next level. As part of the Cool Kids’ Summer celebration, select resort hotels have introduced adorable new character handle accessories designed specifically for your resort refillable mugs.
These little additions are a total game changer for families who want to keep their drinks organized while adding a splash of personality to their morning coffee or late-night soda run. We have seen these popping up at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside, and they are expected to roll out to more locations across the property soon.
The Character Lineup and Pricing
For just $4.99 each, you can grab a pack that includes two matching accessories—one for each side of the mug handle. The current lineup is heavily focused on fan-favorite Pixar stars, which perfectly complements the current 2026 resort mug design featuring art by Jerrod Maruyama. Currently, you can choose from:
- Woody (Toy Story)
- Buzz Lightyear (Toy Story)
- Jessie (Toy Story)
- Joy (Inside Out)
- Mike Wazowski (Monsters, Inc.)
- Sulley (Monsters, Inc.)
Installing them is incredibly simple. They are designed to press directly into the center of the handle. When you are ready to switch characters or head home, you just pull them out. It is important to note that while the mugs themselves are generally sturdy, these accessories are not dishwasher or microwave safe. You will want to pop them off before you give your mug a deep clean at home.
Why This is a Must-Have for Families
Beyond just being cute, these accessories solve a practical problem. Even with the current choice of purple, blue, orange, and pink lids, larger families often end up with duplicate colors. Adding a Mike Wazowski or a Joy charm makes it impossible to mistake your drink for someone else’s. Plus, at a five-dollar price point, it is one of the most affordable souvenirs you can pick up during your 2026 vacation.
If you are already planning to use the Disney Dining Plan, remember that your resort refillable mug is included in your package. For those paying out of pocket, the mugs currently retail for $22.99 and offer unlimited refills of fountain drinks, coffee, and tea at any Disney resort for up to 14 days. Adding a handle accessory is the perfect way to “level up” your mug for the duration of your stay.
Where to Find Them
Keep an eye out near the mug display at your resort’s primary quick-service dining location or gift shop. While Ink & Paint at Art of Animation and Riverside Mill Food Court are the first confirmed spots, Disney often expands these successful merchandise tests quickly. If you are staying at a different resort, it is always worth asking a Cast Member if they have any in stock or if they are expecting a delivery soon.
Disclaimer: This information is gathered from various online sources and news outlets. While we strive for accuracy, Disney plans and policies can change rapidly. We recommend double-checking official Disney sources for the most up-to-date information before making final travel plans.