Exciting News for Hello Kitty PEZ Collectors: A First Look at the 2026 Lineup!
As we’ve already teased, PEZ fans have something adorable to look forward to in 2026—a brand-new Hello Kitty and Friends assortment is officially on the way!
This year has shown some interesting release timing differences between the European and American PEZ markets, so we’ve put together a quick overview to help you keep everything straight and ensure your collection stays up to date.
A Sneak Peek at the 2026 Hello Kitty and Friends Collection!
First up, the new Strawberry Hello Kitty! Dressed in her classic red look, this version features cute printed strawberries on the stem—and yes, the Hello Kitty logo is right there too. This dispenser will be available in both the U.S. and Europe in 2026.
My Melody PEZ Candy USA is already off to a fast start with the brand-new My Melody dispenser! Featuring a soft pink design with a light blue bow, she is available here for U.S. collectors. Unfortunately, our European fans will have to wait until next year to add her to their shelves.
Kuromi Our familiar friend Kuromi made her U.S. debut earlier this year. For those in Europe, the wait is almost over—she’ll finally be arriving in European stores in 2026!
So… how many Hello Kitty and Friends dispensers are there now for this year and for 2026?
If you’ve lost count, you’re not alone!
Including the two exclusive Walmart holiday versions, there will be a whopping 15 different Hello Kitty and Friends dispensers released between this year and next. That’s definitely a record!
With all these releases, PEZ has truly celebrated two big anniversaries in style: 50 years of Hello Kitty (2024) and 50 years of My Melody (2025). We think the Hello Kitty universe has never looked brighter!
To help you keep track and showcase your collection, we’ve created a pictorial overview below featuring this year’s and next year’s Hello Kitty dispensers. So, gather your Hello Kittys together, and be sure to leave a little room—we can’t wait to add the 2026 designs to our shelves.
Happy Collecting!
2025 & 2026 Hello Kitty PEZ Pictorial
November 11, 2025
