Disney dominates USPS 250th anniversary stamp poll: Vote now
The U.S. Postal Service is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and to mark the occasion, they’re inviting the public to choose from among the bestselling and most popular stamp issuances of the recent past to be re-released in 2026. Disney dominates the choices with Disney-owned characters representing five of the 25 stamps.
Disney has had a long relationship with the U.S. Postal Service. In 1933 when Mickey Mouse starred in the animated short “Mail Pilot.” But it wasn’t until 1968 that a Disney stamp was created. Walt Disney’s achievements were first recognized on a stamp in 1968 when a parade of children, hand-in-hand, emerged from a tiny castle to surround a portrait of Walt Disney. It wasn’t until 2004 when the U.S. Postal Service decided to create a series of stamps called The Art of Disney: Friendship that Mickey was placed on a stamp.
The stamps chosen for this contest include classic Disney characters, Pixar and Star Wars characters: including:
- Flik and Dot from A Bug’s Life: Part of the charming “Mail a Smile” campaign.
- The Evil Queen: A tribute to the rich legacy of the Walt Disney Studios Ink & Paint Department, this stamp showcases a timeless villain.
- Lightning McQueen and Mater from Cars: This was part of the “Send Hello” campaign.
- Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: This is part of “The Art of Disney: Magic.”
- The IG-11 Droid from The Mandalorian: A must-have for Star Wars enthusiasts, this stamp celebrates the galaxy’s most memorable droids.
Beyond Disney, other beloved characters like Wonder Woman, Batman, Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Bugs Bunny, Star Trek, and Mister Rogers are also in the running.
How to Cast Your Vote
You have until Sept. 30 to make your voice heard. You can vote as many times as you like, either online or by mail.
- Online Voting: Visit stampsforever.com/vote to view the official rules and cast your ballot.
- Mail-in Voting: You can also print a paper ballot directly from the website and mail it in.
The winning stamp design will be a secret until May 2026, when the Postal Service plans to unveil it at the Boston 2026 World Expo, coinciding with America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
