Rolling planters have now gone up at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, blocking guest access to Grand Park and Muppets Courtyard as the area begins its transformation into the upcoming Monsters, Inc.-themed land.
The closure follows the recent shutdown of Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, PizzeRizzo, and MuppetVision 3D, with the last two having their final day of operation yesterday, on June 7, 2025. With the addition of construction walls, guests can no longer walk through the courtyard area that once housed these locations. Disney has planned a special Cast Member-only celebration on June 10, 2025, giving Cast Members the final opportunity to experience Muppet*Vision 3D, after which we are likely to see more substantial construction walls put in place.
Disney has previously confirmed that a Monsters, Inc. land, featuring a door coaster, themed dining, and a new Monstro Theater will replace the former Grand Avenue and Muppets Courtyard sections of the park.
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