Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith will permanently close on March 2, 2026, before reopening as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets in Summer 2026.
Well, we have an official closing date for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith. In a major shift for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith will permanently close on March 2, 2026, with its final day of operation scheduled for March 1, 2026. The indoor launch coaster has been a fan favorite since its 1999 debut, sending guests speeding through neon-lit Los Angeles to the soundtrack of Aerosmith.
Walt Disney World has now officially confirmed the attraction’s long-known transformation starts fully on March 2. This change will overhaul the lineup, removing Aerosmith and introducing a new theme starring The Muppets.
A New Chapter: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Following the permanent closure, Imagineering will begin an extensive re-theming of the attraction. The refreshed experience will reopen as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, currently targeting a Summer 2026 debut. As many Walt Disney World fans know, the pre-show with a video presentation of Aerosmith has already been removed. Thus, this change will be a quick one involving very little adjustment to the track itself.
While Disney has not revealed full story details, early descriptions suggest that the coaster will lean heavily into The Muppets’ chaotic, musical comedy style, bringing kinetic energy that complements the attraction’s fast-paced track layout. For example, Walt Disney World has stated that the legendary Muppets band, Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, are rolling into Disney’s Hollywood Studios to bring their one-of-a-kind energy, humor, and music to this fan-favorite thrill ride.
What Guests Can Expect
- Last day to ride the Aerosmith version: March 1, 2026
- Permanent closure date: March 2, 2026
- Reopening timeframe: Summer 2026
- New theme: The Muppets take over the high-speed recording studio adventure
Fans of the original can expect the same thrilling launch and inversions that defined the ride, now wrapped in a completely new storyline and soundtrack. Walt Disney World is expected to share additional details in early 2026 as construction begins.
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