The Muppets Animal Happy New Year 2026

Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with this vibrant Limited Edition (LE) Happy New Year 2026 Animal pin, originally released through the Disney Store and also available at Disney Parks. This festive pin features Animal, the famously frenzied drummer from The Muppet Show, in a dapper tuxedo and top hat, joyfully raising his top hat in celebration. Behind him, a majestic Disney castle stands illuminated by colorful fireworks, capturing the excitement of New Year's Eve. The pin itself boasts a Pin on Pin design, adding a dimensional quality, and includes enclosed glitter accents for extra sparkle, enhancing its celebratory theme. Animal, a beloved Muppet character, first made his wild debut in the 1975 pilot, "The Muppet Show: Sex and Violence," before becoming a main character in "The Muppet Show" which ran from 1976 to 1981. This particular pin is part of a broader collection celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Disney Pin Trading, which officially launched in October 1999 during the Millennium Celebration at Epcot, making 2025 a significant year for pin collectors. With an edition size of only 1250, this Limited Edition pin is a desirable collectible, combining a popular character with a festive theme and commemorating a major milestone in Disney pin trading history.