Rock ’N’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets (coming 2026)

[TheGentTrent]

Catching up on this thread, it’s funny to see people worry about the Muppets getting used on a high-thrill coaster. When in fact, the two Nickelodeon Universe parks have thrilling coasters based on SpongeBob, an IP that is even more designated for kids than the Muppets are.

 

[ladiesman217]

Catching up on this thread, it’s funny to see people worry about the Muppets getting used on a high-thrill coaster. When in fact, the two Nickelodeon Universe parks have thrilling coasters based on SpongeBob, an IP that is even more designated for kids than the Muppets are.

The theming is the talk here though. Nickelodeon may theme the coasters to SpongeBob but there's barely any theming at all throughout the ride itself or within the queue. It feels like a Six Flags case where they just slap whatever DC IP on their coasters and call it a day without properly theming them. When going into a Disney Muppets rollercoaster, people are expecting more than just the bare minimum for theming.

 

[TheGentTrent]

The theming is the talk here though. Nickelodeon may theme the coasters to SpongeBob but there's barely any theming at all throughout the ride itself or within the queue. It feels like a Six Flags case where they just slap whatever DC IP on their coasters and call it a day without properly theming them. When going into a Disney Muppets rollercoaster, people are expecting more than just the bare minimum for theming.

That's probably a separate conversation. Personally, I'm not expecting much of a retheme outside of a new pre-show and maybe some little touches in the loading area.

 

[Skold]

Wonder if Kermit will do The Shocker.

 

[Clive]

Wonder if Kermit will do The Shocker.

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[Wesker69]

It feels like a Six Flags case where they just slap whatever DC IP on their coasters and call it a day without properly theming them.

Hey now... let's give Batman (and minimally Riddler) some credit. It had top notch immersive themeing, of course it was also the mid-90s too.

Hell, even the former Joker's Revenge coaster at Fiesta Texas had a funhouse for its queue

 

[HandsomePete]

Height restriction on RnRC is 48 inches which averages to a 7-8 year old. Full-grown Muppets aren't an IP you pick up as a 5-6 year old (full-grown meaning not Muppet Babies, which afaik doesn't exist anymore).

I'm guessing the idea is that you could launch (edit: no pun intended) the Muppets to kids at 7-8 and have them into them through elementary school.

 

[TheUniC6]

Len Testa has heard from two people that once the Villains show leaves once the land is open in MK, the theater venue will host some sort of Electric Mayhem in concert show. It will be for those too small to ride the coaster.

 

[cdogsumo]

Len Testa has heard from two people that once the Villains show leaves once the land is open in MK, the theater venue will host some sort of Electric Mayhem in concert show. It will be for those too small to ride the coaster.

As long as Statler and Waldorf are heckling them, I am on board.

 

[LPCaptainDeath]

Are you ready. To. ROCK?!
If not, you have until next year to prepare, because Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets comes speeding into Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2026, fueled by the tasty tunes of the Electric Mayhem and the high-speed hijinks of The Muppets.
And even more exciting – today, we have electrifying new details to share about the colorful cast of characters you’ll meet while hanging around the recording studio.

The Electric Mayhem: One Night Only!​

The Electric Mayhem are headlining their biggest Hollywood concert ever! Anyone who’s anyone is in attendance to witness Animal, Dr. Teeth, and the rest of this groove-tastic group rock the house down. There’s just one little problem: the band is nowhere to be found!

Across town at G-Force Records, we’re treated to a VIP tour of the legendary rock and roll recording studio. Things might look a little different around this Hollywood institution, as the label has recently come under new management – The Muppets! We’re happy to say that our colorful crew has landed some new digs … with just a little help from Scooter’s uncle, real estate tycoon and owner of the Muppet Theatre, J.P. Grosse (he really puts the G in G-Force). Just wait until you see how they’ve made these hallowed halls their own, creating the perfect place to make sweet, sweet Muppet music together!

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Courtyard​

For fans of that big – really big – hilariously big guitar, you’ll be stoked to know that the newest residents of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster are putting their own spin on that ruby red paint job.

A vibrant and psychedelic new design will grace the bottom of the guitar (inspired by a classic Muppet car paint job), and the piano motif at the base will feature a golden key as a nod to a certain far-out band leader.

Welcome to the Studio​

With your VIP passes, you’ll be welcomed inside the recording studio, where – wouldn’t you know it – you’ll find the Electric Mayhem are cranking out some seriously rocking tunes. Along with the finest audio engineers (all penguins, of course) we’ll see Scooter doing his best to convince Electric Mayhem to stop jamming and get to their increasingly restless fans. But will it be enough to get the band across town and onstage in time?

A Rock ‘n’ Roll Roadtrip​

With the help from our friends at Muppet Labs and a very fast limousine, we’ll take a twisting, turning, and screamingly fun road trip across Hollywood to reach the concert in time. The iconic scenery and landmarks of Tinseltown will feature a Muppet twist.

And throughout the journey, you’ll hear the Electric Mayhem playing some of the most iconic, rockin’ hits in your ears to keep the music and adrenaline pumping. Hopefully G Force Records will release a concert setlist soon!

There’s more to this Muppet-filled melody yet to come, so stay tuned for more news. In the meantime: rock on!

 

[TheUniC6]

So glad Disney is not cheaping out and will include animatronics in the preshow, like some of here though they might do. Statler and Waldorf will probably heckle you before your ride car departs the station and when you finish the ride.

 

[HandsomePete]