Entire Disney World Land May Soon Be Ripped Apart for Major Redesign
If you’ve been paying attention, you know Disney World never slows down. Attractions close, rides get refreshed, and entire lands transform into something brand new.
The pattern has been crystal clear: nothing is off-limits. That naturally raises the question—after all the recent shake-ups, which land could be next?
Saying Farewell to Familiar Favorites
This year alone, Magic Kingdom lost Tom Sawyer Island, a quiet corner for wandering and exploring, and Rivers of America was drained for extensive work.
At Hollywood Studios, the long-running Muppet Vision 3D closed its curtains for good, leaving many fans feeling nostalgic. These closures prove Disney isn’t afraid to retire older experiences, even ones tied deeply to its history.
When Entire Lands Disappear
And it’s not just single attractions. Animal Kingdom’s DinoLand U.S.A. is closing for good, making way for the new Tropical Americas area. Disney has promised Encanto and Indiana Jones experiences, signaling a shift toward IP-driven lands. If an entire themed area can vanish overnight, no corner of the parks feels completely secure.
Across the Parks, Big Changes
EPCOT has been under construction for years, adding Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom thrives thanks to newer attractions and family favorites. Tomorrowland sets the best example of how quickly a land can change.
Tomorrowland as a Blueprint
TRON Lightcycle Run completely transformed Tomorrowland, pulling in enormous crowds. Meanwhile, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is getting significantly refurbished, and even Space Mountain has been rumored for updates.
If Tomorrowland can see that much investment, it makes sense that another land might soon receive the same treatment.
Spotlight on Adventureland
Adventureland has already been touched up in smaller ways. The Beak and Barrel marketplace and updates to Pirates of the Caribbean show Disney isn’t afraid to tinker here.
But compared to lands boasting heavy hitters like TRON or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Adventureland doesn’t stand as tall. Its lineup—Swiss Family Treehouse, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Pirates, and Jungle Cruise—has a mix of classics and lighter crowd-pullers, but nothing that feels groundbreaking.
Attractions That Could Be Replaced
The Enchanted Tiki Room may be most at risk. Though historically significant, its audience is small. Rumors suggest a Moana-themed show, possibly with Hei Hei, could replace it. The Swiss Family Treehouse also feels like a likely target.
Like Tom Sawyer Island, its walk-through nature no longer matches modern guest expectations. Even the Magic Carpets of Aladdin could be cut, since other spinners exist across the parks.
Safe Bets to Stay
Pirates of the Caribbean remains a staple, though it may see more tweaks or effects. Jungle Cruise, which recently had scenes updated, will likely remain, perhaps with added jokes or new moments to keep it lively.
Adventureland on Borrowed Time
Disney’s track record suggests Adventureland may be the next big project. With some attractions struggling to hold attention, and others already modernized, the land feels ripe for change.
Whether it’s a Moana show or an entirely new concept, Adventureland could look very different within the next decade.
