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Tom Hamilton Takes Farewell Ride on Disney’s Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster as Muppets Retheme Moves Forward

Construction has begun on the Muppets retheme following the Aerosmith preshow closure.

Overview

  • Tom Hamilton, Aerosmith’s bassist, visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios on January 27 with his new band Close Enemies for a final ride, sharing photos and thanks to cast members on Instagram.
  • Disney lists March 1 as the last day to experience Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, with full closure beginning March 2 for its transformation.
  • Permits and on-site work indicate set installations are underway, and the original Aerosmith preshow has been boarded up as the new storyline takes shape.
  • The attraction is slated to reopen in summer 2026 as Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets featuring the Electric Mayhem band and a new soundtrack and visuals.
  • Disney says the coaster’s track and ride system will remain unchanged, preserving the launch and inversions while replacing music, preshow, and theming.