Summary
Fans ofThe MuppetsatWalt Disney Worldreceived some sad news today as the news broke that the beloved Muppet*Vision 3D attraction has received an official closing date.Walt Disney Worldquietly updated its website to feature the closing date for several attractions throughout the Muppets area of Hollywood Studios, confirming that the area and its attractions will be closing later this year.
Walt Disney World is home to MuppetVision 3D and The Muppets Courtyard at Hollywood Studios. MuppetVision, a 3D theater attraction, is the only ride at Walt Disney World to feature the popular Muppets characters and is the final project creator Jim Henson worked on before his passing. Last year it was announced thatThe Muppets Courtyard area would be closingto make way forMonsters Inc.,whileThe Muppetswould be taking over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. WhileThe Muppetsare one of the most beloved franchises Disney has acquired in recent years, fans have criticized the park for underutilizing the property, and the news of the closing upset many.
According to theWalt Disney World website, the last day to enjoy Muppet*Vision 3D will be June 7, with the attraction officially closing on June 8.In addition, PizzeRizzo will be closing the same day while Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano will be closing earlier, with its final day being May 10. As of yet, there is no update on when guests can expect to be able to enter Monstropolis or any word on when guests can ride with Aerosmith for the final time. This update will not only be the first introduction ofMonsters Inc.at Walt Disney World, but will also preserve the presence ofThe Muppetsin the park as well.
Disney Fans Bid Goodbye To Muppets As Parks Make Way For New Experiences
The news of this closure comes even as Disney announces other experiences that will be brought to guests this summer, including an all-new Test Track experience at EPCOT and thenew Magic Kingdom nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away. With Universal Orlando opening Epic Universe in May, Walt Disney World is working to bring new and exciting updates and attractions to its guests. The D23 event last summer was full of announcements and upcoming projects that will see several new Disney franchises and characters come to the Florida parks over the next few years.
For now, there is still time to enjoyThe Muppetsat Walt Disney World before the area closes for good on June 7. In addition, Disney officials also stated that they were working to find a way to preserve the MuppetVision film as well as other parts of the experience for fans to enjoy in the future, although it is unclear what that might mean at this time. As Hollywood Studios also prepares to open thenew Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After showlater this year, attendance is sure to skyrocket as the final days of MuppetVision 3D approach, with fans flocking to the park to pay their respects and say goodbye to some of their favorite characters.
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