Decorative Goat Returns to Big Thunder Mountain, Signaling Refurbishment Progress
Disney targets a 2026 return following full track replacement with a redesigned opening scene.
Overview
- The Magic Kingdom coaster has been closed since January 2025 for a comprehensive overhaul.
- On-site reports show a goat figure reinstalled on the mountain, not the TNT‑holding Billy, a step typically associated with late-stage set dressing.
- Fresh lighter-brown rockwork paint, repositioned construction walls, and remaining scaffolding indicate ongoing touch-ups.
- Disney has not announced an exact reopening date, with coverage suggesting hopes for early 2026 within the stated 2026 window.
- The ride’s comeback is framed as part of a wider Frontierland refresh alongside Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the updated Country Bear Musical Jamboree.