Disney Confirms Seven Walt Disney World Overhauls for 2026

Overview

• DINOSAUR will close on February 2, 2026, to be replaced by an Indiana Jones attraction as part of Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas expansion targeted for 2027.
• Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster will close on March 2, 2026, to begin a Muppets retheme led by Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, retaining the high-speed launch while overhauling story, queue, and music.
• Frozen Ever After is expected to reopen in February 2026 with upgraded, fully sculpted audio-animatronics featuring more lifelike facial animation and smoother movement.
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will add new missions featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, with the update slated for May 22, 2026, and options reported to vary destinations for greater replay value.
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will receive new handheld blasters, updated vehicles, real-time scoring monitors, distinct laser colors for each rider, and a guiding mission partner character named Buddy.