Disney Gives Gran Fiesta Tour Animatronics a Cosmetic Refresh

The surface work plus a recent merchandise push suggests the attraction is being kept in service rather than prepped for an immediate Coco retheme.

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Visitors reported shinier eyes and beaks on the Donald, Panchito, and José Carioca figures during a May 28 inspection of the ride.
An unnamed cast member said they noticed the brighter surfaces but had not been told of any formal maintenance and Disney has not issued a statement.
Industry observers note that visible cosmetic polish is typical of routine upkeep and differs from the minimal fixes usually applied when a ride is set for an imminent retheme.
Disney released new Three Caballeros merchandise last month, which analysts view as an additional sign of ongoing investment but not definitive proof about the ride's long-term fate.
Fans remain divided between preserving the original slow, music-driven boat ride and supporting a Coco retheme, with the Norway-to-Frozen example cited as a precedent for how such a change could play out.