Disney considering bringing back Muppet*Vision 3-D in new location

that Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith will close sometime in early 2026 to make way for a new Muppets-themed reimagining. The new concept will send Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the gang on a musical journey as they team up with some of the industry’s biggest stars for a rock festival. This isn’t just a simple retheme—this is a full-blown creative overhaul that marks the biggest Muppet investment Disney has made in years.
With Muppet*Vision 3-D now gone, the question arises: Could the Muppets Return in a Bigger Way? The Sunset Showcase Theater next door is currently home to Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After, a stage show that gives Cruella, Maleficent, and Captain Hook their moment in the spotlight. However, this show is not expected to be a permanent fixture, leaving room for a possible Muppet-themed corner.
The area around the Sunset Showcase Theater and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster has enough space to become its own themed mini-land. Imagine the Muppets’ chaotic, musical energy spilling over from the coaster into the surrounding area. Sunset Showcase could transform into a Muppet-themed theater experience. Disney may consider reviving a retired attraction if fan demand is strong enough, and Muppet fans are known to be quite passionate.
When Muppet*Vision 3-D closed, it marked the end of the last attraction that Henson himself had a hand in. Reviving the experience, especially with modern updates and humor, could serve as a tribute to both the man and the characters he created. By combining a high-thrill ride and a family-friendly theatrical experience in the same Muppet-themed corner, Disney would cater to a wide range of guests, from longtime fans to newer audiences who’ve discovered the Muppets through Disney+.
Disney has been looking to reinvigorate the Muppets’ role in the parks. The timing of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster overhaul and the closure of Muppet*Vision 3-D seem to be part of a carefully planned revival. Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After may be a temporary placeholder, hinting at a possible full Muppet Corner rollout in the future.
While it is speculative for now, it is not far-fetched to imagine a Muppet-themed mini-land taking over the Sunset Showcase Theater area. Disney has a track record of announcing projects in phases, suggesting that a Muppet theater experience next to the new Muppets coaster could be a possibility. This synergy would satisfy longtime fans and offer a balanced blend of thrills and humor in that section of the park. With recent resurgences of other characters like Figment and Orange Bird, a return of the Muppets might not be far off. They may have left the theater, but it seems like they might be making a comeback.