--- title: "Build-A-Bear Workshop Continues 25th Anniversary Celebration with New Vault Release And Special Pokémon and Disney Princess Collaborations" url: https://burnaze.com/article/b4fa7589-8537-4287-bf0e-e9b5bc23a173 source: "Franchising.com" original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20220726_buildabear_workshop_continues_25th_anniversary_celebration_with_new_vault_r.html category: "Retail" industry: "Retail" topics: ["Marketing"] published: 2022-07-26T12:00:00.000Z modified: 2026-11-01T02:07:00.749Z image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1450101499163-c8848c66ca85?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop --- # Build-A-Bear Workshop Continues 25th Anniversary Celebration with New Vault Release And Special Pokémon and Disney Princess Collaborations **TL;DR:** Build-A-Bear Workshop is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new Vault releases, including Floppy Kitty, and collaborations with Pokémon and Disney Princess. The brand is releasing limited-edition plush animals, including two new Pikachu plush and a Disney Princess-inspired bear, as part of its anniversary celebration. *originally published in Franchising.com on 2022-07-26. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20220726_buildabear_workshop_continues_25th_anniversary_celebration_with_new_vault_r.html).* ## Story **Celebrate 25 Years Of Furry Friends With This Exclusive Release From The Vault** Following the successful re-imaginings of several classic furry friends Build-A-Bear today announced the launch of Floppy Kitty. Inspired by the 1998 design, this plush animal makes the purrr-fect addition to any collection! Available exclusively online, this limited-edition product includes a commemorative silver 25th Celebration Collection emblem on its right paw pad. New furry friends inspired by classic Build-A-Bear plush continue to be released from the Vault each month, with Floppy Kitty being the seventh anniversary collectible. Use the handy Collector's Guide to keep track, but don't wait, two have already sold out! Don't miss a release by visiting the 25th Celebration page to learn more and to sign up for updates throughout the year! **New Collectors' Items For Fans: Two New Pikachu** Pokémon fans will love the two new Pikachu plush for the Build-A-Bear 25th Celebration! Pikachu was the first Pokémon plush ever released at Build-A-Bear Workshop, and this fan-favorite Electric-type Pokémon is now available in two special limited editions to celebrate our 25th year. Two different plush styles are available in stores and online, both with sparkly yellow fur and a collector's emblem on the paw pad, with one featuring a winking face. Signature 6-in-1 sound chips, Pokémon varsity jackets and sleepers complete the look for each Pikachu. The adorable Pikachu is a must-have addition to any Pokémon Trainer's team! **Enjoy Fairy-Tale Fun With The New Disney Princess-inspired Bear** Go on fairy tale adventures with the Disney Princess-Inspired Bear, created specifically for Build-A-Bear's 25th Celebration! With its sparkly fur, Disney Princess characters on the paw pads, and a silver 25th Celebration emblem to commemorate the special year, this enchanting bear makes the ultimate gift for any Disney fan or collector. Bringing magic to homes, the Disney Princess-Inspired Bear features six of the strong heroines beloved by generations of Disney fans on its paw pad. Fans can also select their favorite Disney Princess costume and dress the bear up for the ultimate Disney Princess collectible. As part of the ongoing celebration of the brand's 25th year, Build-A-Bear will continue releasing limited editions of fan-favorite characters this year! Featuring updated designs, including special silver details, these furry friends are must-have additions to any Build-A-Bear fan's collection! Sign up to be updated on new releases on Build-A-Bear's 25th Celebration page. **Celebrating 25 Years Of Memories** As Build-A-Bear celebrates 25 years of fun and laughter, Guests are invited to share their favorite and furriest memories – or make new ones! Guests can join the celebration and "Show Your Stuff" by uploading pictures to the gallery at buildabear.com or post to social media using #buildabear. ## Entities - Franchising.com (publication) - Retail (sector) - anniversary celebration (topic) - Disney (company) - Build-A-Bear Workshop (company) - Pokémon (company) - limited edition products (topic) - vault release (topic) - pokemon collaboration (topic) - disney princess collaboration (topic) --- Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20220726_buildabear_workshop_continues_25th_anniversary_celebration_with_new_vault_r.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/b4fa7589-8537-4287-bf0e-e9b5bc23a173).