Disney Hollywood Studios
Welcome to all things Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida!
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Apr- 2026 -13 April
Disney Drops First Hint at Muppets Coaster Soundtrack Ahead of Summer Opening
There’s been a lot of change happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios lately, but one update is starting to stand out more than the rest. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is getting a full reimagining, and now we finally know when guests can expect to ride it again. The new version, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, is scheduled to open later this summer. And while the track itself remains the s
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11 April
Disney Rehomed Darth Vader and Hollywood Studios Guests Can’t Find Him
Darth Vader has a new home at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and most Disney guests visiting the park are walking past his old location without knowing where he ended up. The Star Wars Launch Bay closed, and when it did, it took the primary meet-and-greet infrastructure for several popular Star Wars characters with it. Darth Vader spent a transitional period meeting guests in the outdoor extended que
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11 April
Disney World Park Suddenly Closing Early This Summer, Guests Urged to Plan Ahead
For many Walt Disney World guests, the magic isn’t just in the rides—it’s in the time. The extra hour spent watching the glow of Batuu at night, the final ride before park close, or the feeling of squeezing in “just one more attraction” before heading out. Those late-night moments are often what turn a good Disney day into an unforgettable one. That’s why even small changes to park hours can feel
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9 April
Going to Disney in May Is Suddenly a Very Smart Financial Decision
Walt Disney World is not a theme park that typically needs to work hard to fill its hotels and parks during the summer months. Summer has historically been one of the resort's highest-demand periods, and pricing has always reflected that reality. When Disney starts stacking deals specifically targeting the early summer window, it is worth paying attention to both the deals themselves and the conte
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8 April
Disney World’s Star Wars Day Plans Hit Unexpected Roadblock for Thousands of Guests
For many fans, May the 4th isn’t just another day—it’s a tradition. A moment to revisit the stories that shaped childhoods, sparked imaginations, and built one of the most passionate fandoms in the world. Whether it’s rewatching iconic battles on Disney+, diving into new lore, or simply saying “May the Force be with you” to fellow fans, the day carries a unique kind of magic. At Walt Disney World,
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8 April
Disney World’s New Monsters Inc. Ride Is Moving Faster Than Anyone Expected
There’s always a point in Disney construction where things suddenly feel real. You go from permits and concept art to something you can actually see rising above the horizon. And right now, that’s exactly what’s happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The upcoming Monsters Inc. land has been one of the most talked-about additions to Walt Disney World, but for a while, it felt like a long-term pro
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8 April
Millennium Falcon Feature Removed From Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Florida
A weeks-long mystery surrounding the exterior of the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios has quietly reached its conclusion. Scaffolding Goes Up, Then Disappears On March 16, scaffolding and beige scrim appeared on the back of the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run structure in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. The attraction stayed open throughout, and Walt Disney Worl
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8 April
Lacey Chabert Took Over Disney World for Christmas and This Posters Prove It
Hallmark has been making Christmas movies for seventeen consecutive years, and in that time, the formula has been refined to something approaching perfection for a very specific audience. You know what you are getting before you press play. The leads will dislike each other, then tolerate each other, then fall completely in love against a backdrop of twinkling lights and seasonal warmth. The endin
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7 April
Disney World Locks Down Hollywood Studios Area, Guests Kept Out
A major section of Disney's Hollywood Studios has been off-limits since last fall, and with opening day now just over a month away, the walls surrounding the former Animation Courtyard are finally starting to shift. What's Being Built Walt Disney World Resort announced last year that the Animation Courtyard would be retired and rebuilt as the Walt Disney Studios Lot: a new land modeled after the r
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7 April
Olaf Animatronic Could Be Headed to Disney World Next
Something unusual has been happening with Olaf lately—and if you’ve been following the latest park developments, you can probably feel where this is going. Disney has been experimenting more and more with how its characters show up inside the parks. Not just where they appear, but how they move, interact, and connect with guests. And right now, Olaf from Frozen (2013) is at the center of that shif
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