Let’s face it—change is part of what keeps Disney World magical. But sometimes, those changes come with a bittersweet goodbye. In 2025, Disney has pulled the plug on several attractions that weren’t just rides—they were traditions. Their names are being wiped from maps, signage, and the hearts of fans who knew them well.
Farewell, Fossils: The End of The Boneyard
There’s something special about watching your child dig through a play fossil pit while dinosaurs roar in the background. But that moment is disappearing for good. The Boneyard, a longtime staple of Animal Kingdom’s DinoLand U.S.A., is closing permanently on September 1. It will be replaced by a new playground in the upcoming Tropical Americas land, but that classic “dig site” feeling? It’s gone.
No More Time Travel: DINOSAUR Nears Extinction
Hop in a Time Rover and hold on tight—while you still can. DINOSAUR will close in 2026 to become a new Indiana Jones ride. It’s not just a retheme. The chaotic dino chase, the countdown, the Iguanodon rescue? They’re all vanishing. Even the name DINOSAUR will be retired.
Carnival Chaos? Canceled.
TriceraTop Spin. Fossil Fun Games. Chester & Hester’s over-the-top theming. All of it has already been dismantled. This corner of DinoLand was never the most sophisticated area, but it had heart—and it’s now extinct.
Tom Sawyer Island and Liberty Belle: Sailing Into History
These two are connected, and they’re both going away on July 7. Whether you explored caves on Tom Sawyer Island or took in the sights aboard the Liberty Square Riverboat, this part of Magic Kingdom offered a quieter, more reflective experience. With both now being removed to make way for Piston Peak National Park, we’re losing some of the last bits of old-school Disney charm.
The Curtain Drops on Muppet*Vision 3D
No amount of jokes from Fozzie or eye rolls from Statler and Waldorf could stop this one. Muppet*Vision 3D officially closed in June. The Monstropolis mini-land is moving in, and with it comes a new show—leaving one of Jim Henson’s last projects out in the cold. Even the fountain and signage have been removed. It’s not just closed. It’s gone.
The Magic Is Moving On
Each of these attractions brought something unique. They weren’t always the most popular or technologically advanced, but they carried legacy, laughter, and heart. They created memories that spanned generations.
And while Disney is hard at work building what’s next—from Encanto and Indiana Jones to Cars and Monsters, Inc.—it’s okay to take a moment and grieve what’s been lost.
Because sometimes, it’s not about the new rides ahead.
It’s about the ones you’ll never ride again.
