Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster reopens May 26 as Muppets-themed ride

English

The Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closed permanently on March 2, 2026, and will reopen on May 26 with a full Muppets overlay featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy, and Electric Mayhem covers.

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith shut down on March 2, 2026, after nearly three decades. The coaster reopens May 26, 2026, as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Guests ride in a themed L.I.M.O. vehicle reaching 57 mph through inversions while hearing Electric Mayhem covers of classic songs. The launch system and track layout remain unchanged; only the theme, soundtrack, and scenes have been updated to fit the chaotic backstage Muppet style.

Related Articles

Photorealistic illustration of Disney's new Muppets-themed Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster as a tier one Lightning Lane attraction at Hollywood Studios.
Image generated by AI

Disney confirms Muppets coaster as tier one Lightning Lane attraction

Reported by AI Image generated by AI

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will open as a tier one Lightning Lane Multi Pass ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer. The attraction replaces the former Aerosmith-themed version, which closed permanently on March 2, 2026. This classification adds competition to booking high-demand rides in the park.

Rock ‘n’ roller coaster starring Aerosmith closes on March 1

Disney’s Hollywood Studios will bid farewell to the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith on March 1, 2026, ending nearly three decades of high-speed thrills. The attraction, a staple since 1999, will undergo a full retheme to feature The Muppets and reopen in summer 2026. Fans are urged to experience it one last time before the transformation begins.

Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster targets Memorial Day 2026 reopening amid rapid construction

Reported by AI

Following the March 1 closure of the Aerosmith-themed Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, Disney sources point to a Memorial Day 2026 target for the Muppets retheme at Hollywood Studios. Construction is progressing swiftly on new animatronics, preshows, and theming featuring The Electric Mayhem.

Disney Theme Parks

Disney World confirms six major closures for 2026

Disney Theme Parks

Disney World details summer 2026 openings and updates following recent closures

Disney Theme Parks

Disney World closures update: March 2026 ride impacts and new park changes

Disneyland monorail and Roger Rabbit ride set to reopen May 1

Disneyland's original monorail system and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin will reopen on May 1 after refurbishment. The rides, closed since March 30, are undergoing routine maintenance with no major updates expected. All guests will have access to the monorail upon its return.

First supports erected for Monsters Inc. coaster at Hollywood Studios

Reported by AI

Construction crews have installed the initial supports for Disney's first suspended coaster, part of the upcoming Monsters Inc. Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The massive structure is visible from the park's parking lot. The land is slated to open in 2027.

Disney reveals Soarin' ride closure and new America version dates

Walt Disney World has announced that the Soarin’ Around the World attraction at EPCOT will close on May 14, 2026, to prepare for a limited-time overlay called Soarin’ Across America. The new version, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, is set to open on May 26, 2026. This change will feature aerial views of American landscapes and cityscapes while retaining core elements like the flight simulation, score, and scents.

Disney sets April 8 reopening date for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin refurbishment

Reported by AI

Walt Disney World has announced April 8, 2026, as the reopening date for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom, following its August 2025 closure for upgrades. Building on recent updates like the new entrance sign, the refurb includes a new Buddy animatronic, redesigned vehicles with real-time scoring, detachable handheld blasters, responsive targets, and more.

April 27, 2026 08:00

Disney repaints Muppets roller coaster guitar in psychedelic colors

April 24, 2026 10:50

Disney World May 2026 Closures Update: Big Thunder Reopening and 10 More Impacts

April 23, 2026 21:45

Vacation Fun attraction to close again at Disney's Hollywood Studios

April 17, 2026 00:15

Disney announces celebrity features for Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

April 14, 2026 02:13

Disney reveals first song for Muppets-themed roller coaster

April 09, 2026 22:40

Imagineers reveal Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment details in new video

April 03, 2026 01:08

Disneyland closes six rides for refurbishment in April 2026, including Toy Story Midway Mania

March 31, 2026 15:50

Disney World April 2026 Closures: Updates on Buzz Lightyear, Big Thunder, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and Wildlife Express

March 16, 2026 07:22

Monstropolis Construction Advances at Hollywood Studios; Muppets Teased for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

March 12, 2026 14:35

Disney confirms Big Thunder Mountain reopening in May 2026

 

 

 

This website uses cookies

We use cookies for analytics to improve our site. Read our privacy policy for more information.
Decline