Disney to Wipe Beloved IP from Theme Park in Days, Shutdown Scheduled

Disney to Begin Closing the Muppets Courtyard at Hollywood Studios Ending a Vital Piece of Jim Henson’s Legacy

Starting May 11th, Disney will officially begin a phased closing of the Muppets Courtyard, marking the slow dismantling of one of the last places in the parks that honored Jim Henson’s legacy. The first step will see Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano serving its final meals on May 10th, after which it will permanently shutter. Other offerings, including the beloved MuppetVision 3D attraction, the final project Henson worked on before passing aw…

Disney to Wipe Beloved IP from Theme Park in Days, Shutdown Scheduled

Big changes are officially underway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! After months of quiet speculation, Disney has revealed the first wave of closures that will pave the way for a massive new project: a full Monsters, Inc.-themed land. If you’re a Muppets fan, you may want to make a last trip very soon — the transformation is starting much sooner than you might think. Credit: Disney First Closure Hits May 11: Say Farewell to Melrose’s Starting May…

Disney to Retire Fan-Favorite IP as Major Theme Park Closure Approaches : Disney Fanatic

Big shakeups are officially happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — and if you’re a fan of the Muppets, you might want to plan one last visit. Disney is officially starting the multi-phase closure of the Muppets Courtyard area next week, all in preparation for a brand-new land themed to Monsters, Inc.. Here’s the full scoop on what’s closing, what’s coming, and why you’ll want to say your goodbyes sooner rather than later. Credit: Disney First…

Muppet Courtyard Will Begin Phase One Closures Next Month

Disney has announced that the Muppet Courtyard and “MuppetVision 3D” will be closing permanently at Disney’s Hollywood studios. The entire area is going to be rethemed to Monsters Inc. with a new door-themed roller coaster attraction. Before construction can begin on the new area, the current area must be closed. This will be done in two phases, with the first phase beginning on May 11, 2025. Phase 1 Phase 1 will include the Grand Park area. Mam…