Big changes are underway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and this one is music to the ears of Muppets fans. As MouseHouseNews.net previously reported, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closed last month and will soon be reimagined into Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. This update will bring the chaotic charm of Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the gang along for the ride.
Disney will keep the coaster’s high-speed thrills the same while completely reworking the story, music, and overall theme to feature the beloved characters from The Muppets.
The Muppets Are Ready To Rock
If you’ve ever seen a Muppets production, you already know that things rarely go according to plan. That’s exactly what makes this update so exciting.
In the new storyline, guests could find themselves in a race to make it to a Muppets concert on time. Imagine the backstage chaos, questionable planning, and hilarious mishaps that come with a production run by characters like Animal and Dr. Teeth.
Expect plenty of laughs, classic Muppet humor, and a soundtrack filled with energetic rock-style music as your limousine rockets through the streets of Los Angeles at nearly 60 mph.
A New Chapter For A Classic Disney Thrill Ride
Since opening in 1999, Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster has been a signature thrill ride at Walt Disney World Resort. The attraction’s high-speed launch, inversions, and indoor coaster layout have made it a must-do for adrenaline seekers visiting Orlando, Florida.
This re-theme keeps the coaster’s thrilling ride system intact while introducing a new story and set of characters to experience.
What This Means For Muppets Fans
For years, the Muppets have had a smaller footprint in the parks, with their main presence having been the defunct Muppet Courtyard area of the park. This new coaster theme signals a major expansion of the franchise within Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Bringing the Muppets to one of the park’s most intense attractions could introduce these classic characters to an entirely new generation of Disney fans.
When Will The New Ride Open?
Disney has the timeline for the opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets as “Summer 2026”. The renovations actually started on a smaller scale prior to the Aerosmith ride closure. Today, that work continues at full speed. The iconic car at the entrance to the ride has already received a new paint job and we’re awaiting an updated look for the iconic guitar. One thing is certain: when the curtain rises on Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, it’s going to be loud, chaotic, and probably a little bit ridiculous… in the best way possible. Meanwhile, consider these Disney World coaster options while we wait for this coaster to open. I’d also recommend riding Soarin’ Around The World in EPCOT. Hurry… this one will disappear on May 14, 2026!
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