Star Wars Ride That’s Been Closed All Month Gets a Secret Reopening Date
Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland has been down since January 20, leaving Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without its signature attraction for nearly a month. Now, the Disneyland website has quietly revealed that the ride is returning on February 13, though Disney hasn’t made any official announcement or fanfare about the reopening.
The website shows Rise of the Resistance removed from the refurbishment calendar starting February 13 with operating hours listed as 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. This is typically how Disney signals imminent reopenings without formal press releases. For anyone planning a Disneyland visit this week, Galaxy’s Edge will have both major attractions running again.
Why the Ride Closed
Disney is preparing for a significant refresh of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, shifting half of the land to the original trilogy timeline while the other half remains in the sequel era. This change, starting April 29, 2026, at Disneyland, comes as the area has been dedicated to the sequel trilogy since its opening in 2019.
While the timeline shift has been announced only for Disneyland Resort, guests may notice updates before the official date. The closure of Rise of the Resistance for nearly a month suggests more than cosmetic changes, with some thematic updates observed outside, though changes inside remain unclear.
Other Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Changes
Oga’s Cantina also closed January 20 for maintenance and aesthetic updates related to the timeline. The bar reopens March 14, 2026, giving Disney more time to complete planned changes.
In the refreshed version, Oga’s Cantina will be portrayed as much newer than before. The iconic “Cantina Band” song from A New Hope will be added to the music loop, bringing one of the most recognizable Star Wars tunes to the land for the first time.
First Order Cargo store is being replaced with Black Spire Surplus, described as “a military salvage operation offering artifacts from across the history of the galaxy,” including items from the Galactic Civil War in the original trilogy. This shifts merchandise away from exclusive sequel trilogy theming toward broader Star Wars timeline appeal.
Character appearances are expanding, too. Leia Organa, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Darth Vader will greet guests throughout the land, addressing one of the most consistent criticisms since opening: the absence of iconic characters that casual Star Wars fans most want to see.
What This Means
Disney is changing the timeline of Galaxy’s Edge to include both original and sequel trilogy eras. This allows them to attract a wider range of Star Wars fans while still telling an engaging story.
The ride Rise of the Resistance will reopen on February 13, two months before the official timeline shift on April 29. This timing suggests that Disney has either finished the updates or doesn’t need the ride to stay closed for the full refresh.
Since it opened, the ride has faced technical issues. Last January, Disneyland repaired a cannon effect that had been broken for over 3 years, underscoring how challenging it is to keep this attraction running. The long closure allowed Disney to address maintenance issues and make changes to the ride’s theme.
Planning Your Star Wars Visit
For guests planning Disneyland trips soon, Rise of the Resistance reopening February 13 is significant. The attraction remains one of Disney’s most popular and technologically advanced rides, combining multiple ride systems, elaborate sets, and immersive storytelling.
Wait times can be substantial, often hitting 60 to 90 minutes or more during peak periods. The attraction uses a virtual queue system accessed through the Disneyland app rather than traditional standby. Guests join the virtual queue at designated times, and boarding groups fill quickly on busy days.
Lightning Lane is available as a Single Pass purchase, letting guests bypass the virtual queue for an additional fee. For visitors wanting to guarantee experiencing the attraction without virtual queue stress, Single Pass provides peace of mind despite extra cost.
What’s Next for Star Wars at Disney
The reopening of Rise of the Resistance returns Galaxy’s Edge to full operation, with both major attractions available. Oga’s Cantina will remain closed until March 14, with further timeline changes rolling out by April 29.
Star Wars fans visiting Disneyland in the coming months can witness the transition at Galaxy’s Edge, experiencing both the current version and upcoming updates. The reopening of Rise of the Resistance eases planning for Batuu adventures.
While Disneyland’s timeline shift has specific dates, similar changes for Hollywood Studios have not been confirmed, leaving guests in Florida uncertain about when those updates might arrive.
