MuppetVision 3D show first opened on May 16th, 1991 and featured Kermit and his friends experimenting with some new technology MuppetVision 3D. This show included some fun effects (for it’s time) but over the years seems to be more of an easy place to get off your feet and enjoy some air conditioning.

Now, 34 years later they had their final performance in the evening of June 7th. The show hadn’t seen crowds like this in quite a while, and even featured Jim Henson’s daughter as the very last guest to enter the theater for the final performance. This is a classic attraction that will be missed by some, but is the beginning of something new to come in the next few years.

Leading up to the last week of performances of MuppetVision 3D, the pressed penny machines in that area has been moved out of the Grand Avenue area. It’s temporary location seems like preparation for the larger crowds that would be depending upon the area as the final performance date neared.

Above is a photo taken on June 7th, the final day of performances and that is the line across the street, is not for the show but instead for the pressed penny set. I remember seeing a similar line when Splash Mountain was closing. Some I’m sure will be appearing on eBay at an exorbitant cost, but I do believe with the soft spot so many fans have for the Muppets that these were going to be kept as a sentimental memory of these iconic characters that we will be seeing just a little less often now.

What does the future hold for this historic theater. Well this area of the park will converted into Monstroplis from the Monsters Inc Pixar movie. The theater is expected to host a new show pertaining to the Monstroplis land, but Disney has not officially made any announcements.

What about if you need a Muppets fix, well all is not lost just yet. On the opposite side of Hollywood Studios the fan favorite Rock ‘n’ Roller coaster starring Aerosmith will be closing in 2026 for a reimagining. This will see an exit from Aerosmith and instead welcoming the Electric Mayhem with members Dr. Teeth, Floyd Pepper, Janice, Lips, Animal and Zoot.

Hopefully we don’t ever completely lose the Muppets inside the parks, and my fingers are crossed that we will see some new and amazing elongated coins when these new attractions open in the coming years. Keep on Pressing!