Rock 'n' Roller Coaster closed in February to begin a refurbishment and is expected to reopen in late summer 2023. Disney has said that no changes are planned to the ride experience, which would suggest that no changes to the music or theme will be made.

Yes, in a massive and somewhat controversial update, Disney has officially closed the original version of the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney's Hollywood Studios. As of March 2, 2026, the attraction is undergoing a full "reimagining" to be replaced by Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The coaster track itself—a high-speed launch with three inversions—will remain the same, but the theme is being completely overhauled. Instead of following Aerosmith to a concert in a super-stretch limo, guests will now join Dr. Teeth and The Electric Mayhem as they prepare for a massive music festival. The new version will feature advanced Audio-Animatronics of Muppet characters like Kermit, Miss Piggy, and Animal in the pre-show and along the ride path. This change was prompted by the expiration of Disney's long-standing contract with Aerosmith and a desire to integrate more of Disney's own intellectual property into the park. The new Muppet-themed coaster is scheduled to open in Summer 2026, marking the end of Aerosmith's 25-year residency at the resort.