Disney World Ride Operations and Updates
15 articles • Started 5 months ago • Last updated 4 months ago
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Disney World announced several operational changes and construction updates at Hollywood Studios between late February and late March 2026. A new Olaf animatronic was confirmed for the park, while Shrek became the subject of the first U.S. Disney ride development. The park underwent significant construction on Galaxy's Edge and the forthcoming Monsters, Inc. Land, with updates to the Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run refurbishment and Magic of Disney Animation Building. A major ride returned to operation after over a year offline, though a separate incident required guest evacuation when water flooded another attraction during this period.
Monday, February 23, 2026
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Olaf animatronic coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Attractions Magazine
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026
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Thursday, March 12, 2026
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Friday, March 13, 2026
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Disney World Makes Major Updates to Summer Calendar
MouseHacking
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Sunday, March 15, 2026
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Aerial Images Show Monstropolis Continuing To Take Shape at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Pirates & Princesses
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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4 Rides I Regret Skipping in Disney World
WDW Magazine
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Sunday, March 22, 2026
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Hollywood Studios Hours + Extra Hours Access [Mid 2026]
MouseHacking
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Monday, March 23, 2026
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Darth Vader Takes Over Jedi Training Academy Stage in Hollywood Studios
Chip and Company
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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After Over a Year, Disney World Quietly Signals Major Ride Comeback
Inside the Magic
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Disney World Ride Floods With Water as Operators Race To Evacuate Guests
Inside the Magic
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