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As summer approaches, a major change is coming to Disneyland Resort. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, one of the most iconic and beloved attractions at both parks, is set to close for an extended refurbishment on June 30. While Disney has not provided much information on what exactly the updates will entail, one of the biggest surprises is the lack of an official reopening date, leaving fans to wonder what changes are in store.
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What We Know About the Refurbishment
While the details of the refurbishment remain unclear, Star Tours has been a fan favorite since its original opening in 1987. The ride, which was revamped in 2011 to incorporate destinations from the Star Wars universe, takes guests on an exhilarating space adventure. Given the popularity of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the success of other Star Wars attractions, many fans are speculating that Disney may add new content to Star Tours, possibly including new Star Wars characters or scenes from more recent films in the franchise.
Disney’s decision to undertake such an extensive refurbishment of this long-running attraction has sparked anticipation among fans eager to see what improvements and updates are in store. However, the mystery surrounding the closure has left many wondering about what the ride’s return might look like—and when exactly that return will happen.
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No Reopening Date Provided
The biggest question surrounding the closure of Star Tours is the lack of an announced reopening date. Typically, Disney provides a timeframe for when rides are expected to return after undergoing renovations. However, in this case, fans are left in the dark about when they can once again experience the intergalactic adventure. This lack of certainty is fueling speculation and curiosity, especially since the attraction is a major draw for both Star Wars fans and Disney visitors in general.
Extended refurbishments often involve upgrades to ride technology, visual effects, and overall experience, but Disney has remained tight-lipped about what specific updates will be made to Star Tours this time around. Will we see major changes, or is this a more typical round of maintenance?
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A Temporary Goodbye
While the closure of Star Tours is certainly a disappointment for fans, it is only temporary. Guests can still experience the Star Wars magic at Disneyland and Walt Disney World through Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which continues to be one of the most popular sections in both parks. Attractions like Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance have kept guests engaged with the Star Wars universe while Star Tours takes its hiatus.
That said, the absence of Star Tours will be felt, especially by those who have been riding the attraction for years and have grown to love its thrilling, cinematic experience. Fans are eagerly awaiting any news on when they can once again board their spacecraft and venture through the galaxy.
With the closure just around the corner, it’s clear that Star Tours will return with exciting changes, though exactly what those changes are remains anyone’s guess. While Disney has yet to announce a reopening date, the promise of upgrades and enhancements has generated plenty of excitement among Star Wars fans. Will new scenes be added? Could the ride feature updated technology or new characters? Only time will tell.
