There has been one big problem that Disney fans have been begging Disney World to fix, and it’s finally happening!
Frozen Ever After
Big things are happening in Disney World right now! From Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster transforming into a brand-new Muppets-themed attraction, to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin gearing up for an intergalactic refresh, and even Big Thunder Mountain Railroad getting an update, it’s clear Disney is giving some of its most beloved rides a next-generation glow-up. And now, one of EPCOT’s most popular attractions is about to join the list, and this update is pretty cool.
In case you missed it, we reported that Frozen Ever After in the Norway Pavilion is getting a major upgrade! Since opening in 2016, this charming boat ride has taken guests on a magical journey through Arendelle, straight into Queen Elsa’s glittering ice palace. The attraction has been a hit from day one, thanks to its incredible storytelling, catchy music, and jaw-dropping technology.
However, there was one part of the ride that really bothered fans: the projected faces. While the bodies of the characters were animatronic, the faces of the characters were a projection, making our icy friends look a little — odd. While they allowed for expressive animation, many visitors felt they didn’t quite blend with the rest of the figures.
Frozen Ever After
But now, after nearly a decade, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff are getting brand-new, high-tech animatronic upgrades that promise to make the experience even more magical. Disney heard you, and they’re fixing it!
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Beginning in early 2026, Frozen Ever After’s most famous faces, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff, will debut completely new animatronic heads inspired by the incredible figures seen at World of Frozen in Hong Kong Disneyland. These newer models feature more realistic, true-to-film details and advanced motion technology that gives the characters a seamless, lifelike look, meaning no projections are needed.
Hong Kong Disneyland Animatronics
This update is a full-circle moment for Frozen Ever After. The attraction helped pioneer the technology that paved the way for rides like Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and now it’s benefiting from the next generation of innovations. Once complete, this upgrade will make the Norway Pavilion’s star attraction look even more magical and remind everyone just how far Disney’s Imagineers are willing to go to keep making attractions better.
Frozen Ever After
Frozen Ever After is about to sparkle in a whole new way, and we can’t wait to see the results when the updated attraction debuts in 2026. For more Disney World news, follow us at DFB!
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I learned so much about Norway from Anna and Elsa.🙄😆
You know, of course, that with a headline like that everyone was hoping it was the yeti on Expedition Everest that Disney was going to finally fix. But alas, it is not. I don’t see how Universal can make 10 huge animatronics work on the new Frankenstein ride at Epic but Disney can’t fix one yeti. Yes I know it’s in a cave but come on!
I never noticed this! What bothered me about the ride was the entire left side being black!! The story was only to your right. Quite a letdown from other wdw rides where you are immersed in creativity! Imo definitely not worth waiting in line for such an underwhelming ride. Also extremely disappointed at how Frozen took over the gift shop. It was one of my favorite places to buy nordic woolens and Xmas ornaments. Love the movies but don’t like what Disney did to the ride or Norway.
Call me strange (many do…lol) but I prefer the projected faces. It made you feel as if you were in the cartoon. Now they will have the boring and dull fixed heads like the rest of Disney. Nothing to see there.
They should just bring back Maelstrom
Heading there on the january the 5th. This is the #1 ride in my daughters bucket list. Really hope we get to hop in before refurbishments
Much preferred the ride before. Going past the oil rig was seriously cool. I found the Frozen ride underwhelming. Don’t bother going on it now.
What would be really nice if they updated the boats to be able to but a wheelchair on them. They have wheelchair boats on Its a Smallworld why not hear.