As summer looms on the horizon, Disney fans are bracing for an unexpected change at the parks. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, one of the most beloved attractions at both Disneyland, is scheduled for an extended closure starting on June 30. While Disney has remained tight-lipped about the specific details of the refurbishment, the lack of a confirmed reopening date has left many guests wondering about the future of this iconic ride.
What’s in Store for the Refurbishment?
Although Disney has not disclosed the full scope of the refurbishment, fans are speculating on what the updates could entail. The attraction, which originally opened in 1987, has undergone significant changes over the years, including major updates in 2011 that added destinations from the Star Wars universe. The ride immerses guests in the Star Wars galaxy, where they board a spacecraft and embark on an exciting space adventure.
Given Disney’s continued expansion of Star Wars offerings at its parks, it’s likely that this refurbishment will incorporate new content, scenes, or perhaps even some of the newer Star Wars characters and locations from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. However, Disney has remained tight-lipped on whether we’ll see an entirely new storyline or updates to existing elements of the ride, leaving fans eager to discover what’s in store.
A Temporary Goodbye
Despite the excitement and uncertainty surrounding the refurbishment, the closure of Star Tours is only temporary. For many Disney visitors, it’s a beloved attraction that has been an integral part of the park experience for years. With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge continuing to attract large crowds with its immersive offerings like Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, there’s no shortage of Star Wars-themed entertainment at Disney parks during this time.
However, Star Tours holds a special place in the hearts of Star Wars fans, and its absence during the refurbishment will be felt by those who have long enjoyed the ride. For now, guests hoping to experience the adventure before the closure should act quickly, as there’s no confirmed date for its return.
An Uncertain Return
As the clock ticks down toward June 30, many are left wondering when Star Tours will return to its original form—or if any major changes will be made. Historically, Disney’s extended refurbishments often involve improving ride systems, enhancing visual effects, and upgrading technologies. Fans are hopeful that the ride will not only be refreshed with new visuals and technology but also that it will incorporate fresh content from the ever-expanding Star Wars universe.
Though Star Tours is temporarily departing, Disney enthusiasts are anxiously awaiting more details on the updates. Will new characters be added? Will the ride take guests to brand-new destinations? Only time will tell.
As the excitement builds and Star Wars fans anticipate what’s next for Star Tours, all eyes are on Disney to reveal more about the attraction’s future. Stay tuned for updates as the refurbishment date nears and the adventure continues to evolve at Disneyland.
