Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Reopens from Long Refurbishment in 2023 Story

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Reopens from Long Refurbishment in 2023

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, one of Disney's Hollywood Studios' most popular rides, has finally reopened after an extensive 2023 refurbishment.

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(UPDATE) – Disney's Hollywood Studios' beloved Rock 'n' Roller Coaster reopened on May 26, 2023 after a lengthy refurbishment that began on February 21, 2023.

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There was some confusion when the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster first reopened from refurbishment during Memorial Day weekend.

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First, it opened, then it temporarily closed again, and many were reporting that it opened prematurely and it would be closing again.

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Disney has removed all traces of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster refurbishment from its website and current operating hours are now listed once again, and published through July 2023.

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It’s even on the list of attractions available at upcoming Disney After Hours events and for Early Theme Park Entry.

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