If You Keep Skipping These Disney Attractions, Don’t Be Shocked When They Close Forever

There’s a pattern at Disney World that too many guests overlook—until it’s too late. The truth is, if you don’t ride it, Disney will replace it. The company tracks attendance closely, and rides that sit empty are easy targets when it comes time to bring in something new and shiny.

We’ve already seen the pattern play out. Tom Sawyer Island? It’s crumbling before our eyes as Disney preps the land for closure and a major overhaul. MuppetVision 3-D? It’s next on the chopping block as the company moves forward with a Monsters Inc. land.

The same fate could befall these classics if we don’t start showing them some love.

Disney Is Watching Foot Traffic

Mickey’s PhilharMagic is a Fantasyland gem that celebrates Disney’s greatest musical moments. But most days, it’s easy to walk right in without waiting—and that’s not a good sign. Disney takes notice when attractions aren’t pulling crowds, and PhilharMagic is dangerously close to becoming an easy target for replacement.

Similarly, Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros over at EPCOT rarely sees a line outside its Mexico Pavilion entrance. While the pavilion is packed with shoppers and diners, the ride itself gets passed over. If this keeps up, don’t be surprised if Disney finally makes the rumored Coco replacement official.

Nostalgia Won’t Save Them Without Guests

Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress is a piece of Disney history. It’s one of the last remaining attractions that Walt himself had a hand in. But nostalgia alone won’t save it. The attraction’s dated scenes and slow-moving format struggle to capture modern attention spans. Disney is already looking at Tomorrowland as an area ripe for reimagining, and if attendance stays low, Carousel might not make the cut.

Country Bear Jamboree is another example. While Disney has announced a refreshed show, let’s be honest—if guests continue to skip it, the refresh could be short-lived, and the bears could be permanently evicted.

Don’t Be Surprised When the Walls Go Up

When these classics close, fans will mourn and flood social media with complaints. But by then, it’ll be too late. Disney World is a business, and empty seats are the loudest signal a company can receive.

If we want to keep these experiences around, we need to show up for them. Because if we keep walking past them for the latest thrill ride, we can’t act surprised when they vanish forever.