New Details for Avatar and Coco at Disneyland; Monsters Inc. Closing
Disney has announced new details regarding the previously announced Avatar and Coco attractions set to come to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort. They also announced a new parking structure and transportation hub.
Avatar Experience
Concept art for the Avatar Experience (Credit: Disney)
The Avatar destination at Disney California Adventure will be located in the Hollywood Backlot area of Disney California Adventure.
Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! will close in early 2026 to make room for the new experience.
The Avatar attraction at Disneyland Resort was first announced in 2023 by CEO Bob Iger and then confirmed for Disney California Adventure at IAAPA Expo 2023.
Coco Attraction
Concept art for the new Coco attraction (Credit: Disney)
The new Coco attraction will be built in existing backstage areas near Paradise Gardens Park and Pixar Pier. Construction will begin in fall 2025.
The Coco attraction was first announced at D23 in August 2024. Construction was previously announced to start in 2026, which means Disney is ahead of schedule.
Parking Structure and Transportation Hub
Parking Structure and Transportation Hub concept art (Credit: Disney)
In addition to the two new attractions, Disney announced a new parking structure and transportation hub. The expansion will provide 6,000 parking spaces, shuttle and rideshare areas, security screening and dedicated access for traffic off of Disney Way. There will also be a new pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard with all-new esplanade arrival experience.
