Walt Disney Studios Park marks final 24th anniversary

On March 16, 2026, Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris celebrated its 24th anniversary, the last under that name before rebranding to Disney Adventure World on March 29. New signage is already installed, and preview events for the upcoming World of Frozen land faced operational challenges. The rebrand introduces fresh attractions while retaining popular existing ones.

Walt Disney Studios Park opened on March 16, 2002, as the second gate at Disneyland Paris, featuring a Hollywood studio theme with attractions like Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Over the years, it added Ratatouille: The Adventure and Avengers Campus in 2022, enhancing its appeal despite early criticisms of a thin lineup compared to Disneyland Park nearby. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror here offers three unique storylines not found elsewhere in Disney parks, and Ratatouille: The Adventure is exclusive in its form to this location. Crush’s Coaster, Cars ROAD TRIP, and Avengers Assemble: Flight Force remain part of the offerings post-rebrand. Existing signage has been replaced with Disney Adventure World branding, as shown in a photo by Jeff Gordon, known as Gordongrubs, captioned “Studios park what studios park.” Another commentator, Adam, noted on X: “It’s March which means Disney Adventure World is officially opening this month.” The public opening is set for March 29, 2026, following annual passholder previews that began this week. The first preview for World of Frozen encountered issues, including a half-hour entry line with no movement or communication, as reported by Denis at Mousesteps: “I have been in line to get in for World of Frozen for almost a half hour, behind like 10 people at AP preview. The line has not moved and has gotten very big.” ED92 shared a photo of an additional queue inside the land, and Frozen Ever After required a full guest evacuation due to a breakdown. Remaining previews are scheduled for March 18, 23, 24, and 25. World of Frozen features Frozen Ever After, character meets with Anna and Elsa at Arendelle Castle, a 15-minute daytime show with new music by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and a next-generation robotic Olaf. It incorporates a Snowflower Festival narrative distinct from other Disney parks. Opening alongside is Adventure Way, with 14 new dining and beverage spots, Raiponce Tangled Spin, and the Disney Cascade of Lights nighttime show using 379 aerial drones, aquatic drones, fountains, water screens, and a 90-piece orchestral score over Adventure Bay. A Lion King land is under construction.

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Photorealistic illustration depicting the reopening of Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris, featuring French President Macron and Disney CEO D’Amaro at the new entrance with crowds and World of Frozen.
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Disney closes Walt Disney Studios Park and reopens as Adventure World

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Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris closed permanently on March 28, 2026, after 24 years, set to reopen the next day as Disney Adventure World. The transformation includes new lands like World of Frozen amid high expected crowds. French President Emmanuel Macron visited the site with Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro ahead of the opening.

Disneyland Paris released its first official advertisement for the upcoming Disney Adventure World rebrand on March 12, 2026. The ad highlights new attractions like World of Frozen while notably excluding several existing rides, sparking fan discussions. The rebrand from Walt Disney Studios Park is set for March 29.

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A new 450-page book titled 'Adventure Has a New Name – The Making of Disney Adventure World' will be available exclusively at Disneyland Paris starting in April 2026. It details the transformation of Walt Disney Studios Park from its 2002 opening to its renaming as Disney Adventure World on March 29, 2026. The book features exclusive interviews and previously unseen archival materials.

Walt Disney World has announced six significant closures of attractions and experiences in 2026, affecting visitors across its parks. These include temporary refurbishments, permanent shutdowns, and retheming projects set to reshape key areas. Guests planning trips should check updates to adjust their itineraries.

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Disney has revealed plans to transform Animation Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios into The Magic of Disney Animation, set to open in late summer 2026. The project replaces the former Star Wars: Launch Bay and features an Olaf animatronic leading drawing classes via pre-recorded animator videos. While praised for celebrating Disney's animation heritage, the lack of live instructors has sparked fan controversy.

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.

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Reports from March 3, 2026, highlight maintenance issues at Epcot, including filthy fixtures in The Land Pavilion and damage at Connections Eatery. The World Discovery Liquid Layer Splash Pad was indefinitely closed that day, with water features shut off. Walt Disney World Resort has not commented on these developments ahead of upcoming events.

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