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From Fox News: Disneyland has revealed it is shutting down one of its beloved rides to make way for a new attraction.
The California resort announced last summer that a new Avatar themed ride would be making its way to fans.
But now it has emerged that will be at the cost of a beloved fan-favorite attraction; Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue!
The ride will close at the beginning at 2026.
The Avatar attraction that will fill the space will be a visual recreation of “Avatar: The Way of Water.”
The to Disney Parks Blog provided additional details. From the blog:
Pack your bags, we’re heading to Pandora! In the future, you’ll be greeting everyone with Oel ngati kameie — that’s “I see you” in Na’vi — when this all-new exciting destination arrives at the Disneyland Resort with awe-inspiring sights and experiences.
As Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced during Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, we’re venturing further into Pandora with a new destination at Disney California Adventure. While Pandora—The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is based on Oscar-winner James Cameron’s “Avatar” film, this new destination draws inspiration from “Avatar: The Way of Water” and upcoming Avatar films to bring Pandora to life in a brand-new way.
I joined Josh on stage to dive deeper into the new space including how guests will go on the adventure of a lifetime in search of majestic natural wonders that can only be found on Pandora and the beauty – and danger – that come along with the journey. This new and thrilling excursion will bring all the action, excitement, and wonder of Avatar, taking guests all the way to the wide-open seas of Pandora.
This is going to be a dynamic, intense and emotional experience on a grand scale that we know our guests will love. Ready to explore this breathtaking experience worthy of these epic stories?
Avatar Attraction at Disney California Adventure- New Concept art!
So excited to share what we’ve been up to with the amazing team at Imagineering!#disneyparks pic.twitter.com/XgQbexRwmB— Dylan Cole Art (@DylanColeArt) June 6, 2025
The Avatar land coming to Disney California Adventure will draw inspiration from “Avatar: The Way of Water” and upcoming Avatar films. The new boat ride will take Guests on an adventure searching for majestic natural wonders on Pandora. 👀 pic.twitter.com/YGY06y0saC
— Drew Smith (@DrewDisneyDude) June 6, 2025
There’s some BIG changes coming to Disneyland Resort in California in the coming years! A brand new entrance to the esplanade with a classic style Disneyland sign, a Coco ride and a brand new Avatar themed area ✨ pic.twitter.com/1zaCDT9dzX
— Theme Park Worldwide (@ThemeParkWW) June 6, 2025
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