Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” Heading To San Diego Comic-Con

July 11, 2025 Roger Palmer

One of the biggest movies of the year is heading to San Diego Comic-Con later this month, as Disney has announced details on how the live-action family adventure blockbuster hit, “Lilo & Stitch”, will be represented at one of the most popular events of the year.

Fans can celebrate their ‘ohana both inside and outside the convention with interactive experiences – from ‘cool’ photo ops to behind-the-scenes moments with the talented cast and creators who brought this beloved story to life in the new live-action blockbuster.

There will be a “Lilo & Stitch Activation: A Taste of Paradise in San Diego!” taking place at the Gaslamp Diagonal, adjacent to the Omni Hotel (where Sixth Avenue ends) from Thursday, 24th July 2025, through to Sunday, 27th July 2025. The activation is open from 10am – 7pm daily and 10am – 2pm on Sunday.

Catch the wave with Disney’s Lilo & Stitch at San Diego Comic-Con—no badge required! Cool off at this fun, family-friendly activation featuring island-inspired photo ops and a sweet taste of paradise with free shaved ice served daily. Unnecessary cuteness guaranteed!

Disney will also be hosting a special “Lilo & Stitch” panel called “A Look Inside the Continuing Phenomenon”, which will be taking place in Room 6BCF in the San Diego Convention Centre on Friday, 25th July 2025 at 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm.

The original animated hit “Lilo & Stitch” has become a global franchise, spawning a 65-episode TV series, three direct-to-home entertainment films, a 26-episode anime series in Japan, multiple video games, theme park attractions, comics, books, a certified Platinum soundtrack album – and now, a live-action film inspired by the original. Join cast and creatives including Chris Sanders (creator, writer, and original voice of Stitch), Maia Kealoha (Lilo in the new film), Tia Carrere (original voice of Nani, now playing Mrs. Kekoa), and Sydney Agudong (Nani in the live-action film) as they revisit the franchise’s enduring legacy and offer a closer look at the new movie. The film is currently the #1 movie of the year at the global box office.