After it was announced that the Muppets would be taking over Disney’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster attractions following Aerosmith’s retirement, not much has been revealed about the popular coaster’s makeover. Disney has just changed that by giving a sneak peek at the ride’s new theming, revealing that the company will be utilizing its Audio-Animatronic technology to immerse guests in the world of the Muppets.
“At Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, you bet we’ll have rock as we roll across Hollywood on a wild ride with the Electric Mayhem – complete with backstage chaos, high-speed thrills, that signature Muppet humor… and an all-new Muppet Audio-Animatronics figure,” writes Disney.
“Side by side with a dedicated team of penguin audio engineers, Scooter, in his capacity as band manager, will be trying hard to convince the Electric Mayhem to stop laying down tracks so they won’t be late to their own concert.”
According to Disney, this will be the first time Scooter is imagined as an Audio-Animatronic, and will be just one of many present at the attraction. Additionally, Disney has confirmed that Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will officially open in Summer of 2026.
The following was originally published December 2, 2024:
Aerosmith announced earlier this year that the band has officially retired from touring, and now the legendary rock band’s time as the face (and voice) of Disney’s Rock ‘n Roller Coaster is also coming to an end. Opened in 1999 at Disneyland and 2002 and Walt Disney World, the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster has always featured Aerosmith as the ride’s visuals and soundtrack.
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Disney has confirmed that Aerosmith will be replaced by The Muppets, in conjunction with Jim Henson’s creations leaving their own attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The company announced that Muppets Courtyard and MuppetVision 3D will be closing, to make room for a new Monsters, Inc. area. This doesn’t mean that The Muppets will be leaving Disney entirely, as they will be the new residents at the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster.
“We know so many of you share our love for The Muppets and know their energy will be a perfect fit for this coaster,” Disney said in a statement posted to Disney Parks Blog. “Plus, as the first Disney ride ever to feature The Muppets, there’s sure to be laughter, screams and new tunes for this attraction for fans to enjoy throughout the adventure and plenty of Muppets-themed merchandise on Sunset Boulevard!”
There’s no word yet on when Aerosmith is set to depart or the new ride version is planned to open, but fans have been urged that the end of this year may be their final chance to take a ride with the legendary band.
