Disney4me Posted September 28, 2025 Report Posted September 28, 2025 Disney is revamping parts of Hollywood Studios, including Muppets Courtyard and Animation Courtyard. Muppets Courtyard closed on June 7th, while Animation Courtyard just recently closed on September 25th. The area that was once Muppets Courtyard will become Monsters, Inc. Land, and Animation Courtyard will be The Walt Disney Studios upon reopening in 2026. Animation Courtyard With these areas of the park closed, there are now 10 attractions you will no longer be able to experience. New attractions will be coming soon, but in the meantime, we’ll all need to get used to seeing construction walls. Star Wars Launch Bay Star Wars Launch Bay was located in Animation Courtyard. It was a walk-through exhibit of sorts that featured attractions dedicated to the Star Wars franchise. With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge located at Hollywood Studios, this closure was a long time coming. The following experiences are all now closed inside the Launch Bay. Star Wars Launch Bay Meet & Greets Chewbacca and BB-8 Guests were able to meet Chewbacca and BB-8 at Star Wars Launch Bay. If you want to meet Chewbacca, head to Galaxy’s Edge where he likes to hang out near the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Considering he may be the best Millennium Falcon pilot, this is the perfect spot for him. The Chewbacca meet-and-greet at Star Wars Launch Bay is now closed. For other Star Wars characters, Galaxy’s Edge is the place to go. Visa Meet & Greet Darth Vader was previously meeting at Star Wars Launch Bay as part of the Visa meet-and-greet. Disney Visa cardmembers had to show their Visa card and then were able to meet the Sith Lord Darth Vader. Darth Vader at Star Wars Launch Bay in Hollywood Studios Darth Vader has now relocated to the outdoor queue area of Star Tours for meet ups with other Siths…ah, fans. Launch Bay Theater Launch Bay Theater showed a short video that took a look behind the scenes of the Star Wars saga. Key movie crew members, including directors, writers, producers, and more talked about bringing the saga to life. Launch Bay Theater is now closed Unfortunately, fans can no longer see any shows in this theater (at least for now and certainly anything Star Wars related). Themed Galleries Star Wars Launch Bay featured three immersive galleries that showcased various props and displays. The Celebration Gallery showed off iconic ships from the saga, Celebration Hallway displayed large-scale replicas of props with cool movie murals, and the Preview Gallery gave you a look at replica props, artifacts, and memorabilia from the most recent movies and shows. Launch Bay gallery Shopping Launch Bay Cargo is also now closed. You used to be able to purchase lots of Star Wars merchandise here, including artwork and collector’s items. Launch Bay Cargo You could design your own MagicBand+ and phone case, build a droid, and see R2-D2. Luckily, there are LOTS of Star Wars items for purchase at Galaxy’s Edge. Star Wars Launch Bay is being reimagined as The Magic of Disney Animation, which sounds really cool! ©Disney Disney Jr. Play and Dance! Also located within Animation Courtyard was Disney Jr. Play and Dance. This kids’ dance party attraction has also closed with Animation Courtyard. Disney Junior Play and Dance Disney has shared that this location will reopen with new entertainment, but details on what that might entail specifically are still unknown. It may be a kid-friendly spot like Disney Jr. Play and Dance, or it might not. Muppet*Vision 3D Muppet*Vision 3D closed in June along with Muppet Courtyard, but we’re still not over it. You won’t be seeing this silly, witty 3D show anymore this year, either. In fact, you won’t be seeing it at all, as its permanent closure was to make way for the new Monsters, Inc. land. Muppet*Vision building construction Monsters, Inc. Land and The Walt Disney Studios will be exciting new additions to Hollywood Studios. But even if we’re excited for these new spots, we’re still sad to see these others go. If you’re heading to the park soon, be aware that these attractions are no longer available. For more Disney news, keep following DFB! 3 Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rides We’re Getting Worried About Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. 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