World of Frozen Paris Opening Date Announced and More!

Today the World of Frozen Paris Opening Date was officially announced in a fireworks spectacular along with a whole variety of Adventure World theme park updates that when completed will have roughly doubled the size of the second park at Disneyland Paris.

Walt Disney Studios Park is slowly being transformed into Disney Adventure World staring with the opening of Adventure Way — a majestic new main avenue featuring entertainment, a brand-new attraction inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios film Tangled, 14 new dining locations — and the debut of an immense lake called Adventure Bay, with a breathtaking nighttime spectacular.

The highlight of this expansion, the impressive brand-new World of Frozen, will fully immerse guests into the heart of the iconic films.

The Kingdom of Arendelle, recreated on a life-size scale, will feature a new family-friendly attraction, a daytime show, a royal encounter with queens Anna and Elsa, interactions  with beloved characters including a true-to-size Olaf made possible thanks to next-generation robotic figures demonstrated today by Walt Disney Imagineering team, a tavern, and shops. This monumental expansion is set to captivate and amaze guests at every turn.

Behold the 118 foot fall north Mountain, crowned by Elsa’s Ice Palace and at its base lies the village of Arendelle, with its lively town square framed  by colourful Nordic-inspired buildings and sparkling water spots.

Villagers, accompanied by a symphonic reinterpretation of the films’ iconic songs played throughout the village, will guide guests to Arendelle Bay, the Fountain of Friendship, or Arendelle  Castle decorated with its iced decorations, designed by Walt Disney Imagineering and brought to life by UK Loco, a British company specialising in immersive decor. Subtle floral motifs and rosemaling, a traditional Norwegian decorative art, will adorn facades  and moldings with refined craftsmanship.

Inspired by Scandinavian landscapes, the landscaping will contribute to storytelling with conifers, birches, beeches, and crocuses, recreating the atmosphere of the animated films’ settings

Find out more about this exciting new world in the announcement video below kindly provided to us by the park:

The transformation from Studios in Adventure World will officially begin on March 29th when the World of Frozen will open to the world welcoming guests with three new immersive lands: World of Frozen, the colourful Worlds of Pixar, and the epic Marvel Avengers Campus, which will later be joined by a fourth world inspired by the classic Disney Animation film The Lion King.

During their visit, guests will participate in a one-of-a-kind celebration: the Snowflower Festival, bringing the entire village of Arendelle to life, specially decorated for the occasion. “World of Frozen is more than just inspired by the film; it truly brings the kingdom of Arendelle to life. Working together across disciplines, our Imagineers combined creativity and attention to detail to craft a world that captures the spirit of the story  and feels real and immersive. We’re very proud to see the castle, the village, and the North Mountain become reality, and we can’t wait for our guests to step into this world and be part of the story.” said Michel den Dulk, Vice-President and Portfolio Executive Creative Director, Walt Disney Imagineering Paris. 

Guests can visit Arendelle where they can meet Anna and Elsa before boarding a musical boat ride inspired by other Frozen boat ride attractions at other Disney parks but with a a little twist.

Frozen Ever After

At the heart of the village, beneath the Clock Tower, Frozen Ever After attraction will take guests of all ages on a boat ride full of adventures alongside Anna, Elsa, and their friends. This journey, punctuated by beloved songs such as “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and “Let It Go” will reunite visitors with some of the kingdom’s most beloved characters: Olaf, Sven, and Kristoff. The ride will travel from the snowy forest to the Valley of the Trolls, through Elsa’s dazzling  Ice Palace, before ending with a spectacular finale in Arendelle Bay lit by snowflake-shaped fireworks.

Frozen Ever After will feature cutting-edge technology, including state-of-the-art Audio-Animatronics figures delivering breathtakingly lifelike  performances. Numerous lighting and sound effects, along with new immersive projection technologies currently being programmed by Walt Disney Imagineering, will provide a visually and emotionally stunning experience for all.

Meet Frozen Characters

In World of Frozen,  guests will have the unique opportunity to meet Anna and Elsa during a Royal Encounter* in Arendelle Castle. After passing through the famous Portrait Gallery, whose final decorative details are being completed in the coming weeks, they will join the sisters  for an exclusive moment, with personal interaction and photo opportunities to create memories that last a lifetime.

The festivities will continue in Arendelle Bay with A Celebration in Arendelle, a 15-minute colourful show, presented several times a day for the Snowflower Festival. Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and villagers will take part in the celebrations aboard three majestic Viking longships, developed with  Couach Construction Navale, a renowned French shipbuilder from the Bordeaux region. Boat decoration, has been entrusted to artisans who have long collaborated with Disneyland® Paris. Kristoff’s longship, for example, was painted by artisans from Prelud, a  historic supplier based near Dijon. This participatory show will invite the audience to sing along with characters from Frozen to iconic songs from the franchise such as “Let It Go” or  “Show Yourself”. 

Exclusively for World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, the multi-award-winning songwriting duo, winners of the Oscar® for Best Original Song for “Let  It Go”, have composed new music especially for the show presented on the Bay. They are also behind other iconic songs from the Frozen franchise, including “For the First Time in Forever” and “Into the Unknown,” which have been streamed billions of times worldwide.

Throughout the village streets, guests may also encounter other beloved characters such as Oaken, the cheerful shopkeeper and sauna owner with his famous “Hoo-hoo!”, or Mossie, an adorable baby troll  who is as curious as he is endearing.

During a press conference held on 24th November 2025, at Disneyland Paris, Bruce Vaughn, President and Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, unveiled a next-generation robotic  character representing Olaf, the lovable snowman from Frozen.

This new Olaf character was created by Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development, in close collaboration with Disney Live Entertainment and Walt Disney Animation Studios. Olaf will  make appearances in the Arendelle Bay show in World of Frozen, the new immersive world coming soon to Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris, and special limited-time appearances in World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort.

These advancements  in robotics enable Disney to bring iconic characters to life at an unmatched level of believability, engaging with guests and other characters around them, just as they did in the films that won the hearts of millions of viewers around the world. 

To explore how this innovation came to life, take a look behind the scenes in the latest episode of “We Call It Imagineering,” available now on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube channel.

* To meet Anna and Elsa in World of Frozen, visitors must join a virtual queue on the day of their visit, available via the Disneyland Paris Mobile App (subject to availability).

 Arendelle Gastronomy

The quick-service restaurant Nordic Crowns Tavern will be the perfect spot to take a break and recharge after adventures throughout World of Frozen, while enjoying the warm and welcoming spirit of Arendelle. The decor will trace the history of the kingdom and its royal family through galleries of paintings and many decorative objects.

Lunch and dinner options available the space will offer a customisable dining experience featuring Nordic cuisine. There are 16 total dish combinations available with such items as mashed potatoes or quinoa; a protein like grilled salmon or Nordic meatballs; seasonal vegetables such as carrots or peas; and one of two sauces to top it all off, tangy cranberry or creamy dill.

Nordic Crowns Tavern will also feature a wide range of frosty desserts, from a blue sorbet to vanilla ice cream with customizable toppings, a snowflake dessert, and a selection of Nordic pastries. Gluten-free options and vegan alternatives will also  be available, reflecting the diverse culinary offering at Disneyland Paris.

Arendelle Merchandise 

Arendelle Boutique, the village’s iconic toy shop, whose decoration and furnishings progress week by week, will offer, alongside must-have Frozen merchandise, an exclusive selection of creations inspired by Scandinavian craftsmanship.

Guests will find wooden sculptures, clothing, and objects adorned with elegant rosemaling motifs. For those wishing to stroll through Arendelle in style,  a collection reinterpreting Nordic dress codes will be available, featuring embroidered garments and accessories with floral patterns. Before continuing their adventure, guests will also be able to share their experience by sending a postcard from the village  mailbox located beside the shop.

Just steps from the boats moored in Arendelle Bay, the Fjord View Shop will feature a unique experience: meeting Rúna, an interactive baby troll toy. After a meeting ceremony, guests will acquire and head home with their new interactive companion. Equipped with the latest technology, Rúna will react to touch,  blink its eyes, move its ears, light up, and communicate with other trolls it encounters.

Exclusively in World of Frozen, it will also interact with the iconic locations of Arendelle, the villagers, and Queens Anna and Elsa. In this new shop, a special area will invite guests to get ready for the festival with themed make-up and hairstyles, the perfect  way to wander the village in style and festive spirit.

Just steps from the boats moored in Arendelle Bay, the Fjord View Shop will feature a unique experience: meeting Rúna, an interactive baby troll toy. After a meeting ceremony, guests will acquire and head home with their new interactive companion. Equipped with the latest technology, Rúna will react to touch, blink its eyes, move its ears, light up, and communicate with other trolls it encounters.

Exclusively in World of Frozen, it will also interact with the iconic locations of Arendelle, the villagers, and Queens Anna and Elsa. In this new shop, a special area will invite guests to get ready for the festival with themed make-up and hairstyles, the perfect way to wander the village in style and festive spirit.

Now it’s not just World of Frozen that was announced today, there is plenty more to whet the appetite for Disney fans across the world.

Adventure World

Let’s dive into Adventure World and all of the wonders and magic that has been announced today by the park. It makes for some very exciting reading so sit down, grab a coffee, get comfy and lets dive into it!

Disney Cascade of Lights Show Announced 

At nightfall*, as Adventure Bay will fall into darkness, something extraordinary will awaken. Barges, quietly gliding into position, will set the stage for a brand new, never-before-seen nighttime  spectacular: Disney Cascade of Lights. More than just a show, this spectacular is designed as an emotional journey – an invitation for every guest to believe in their own inner strength, to embrace wonder, and to feel the power of storytelling in a  way only Disney can deliver.

A wonderful grand finale to each and every day at Disney Adventure World. Designed in a 360° configuration, with tiered viewing areas,  it allows visitors to enjoy exceptional views from around the bay. Pushing the boundaries of innovation, the production will feature the world’s first integration of a revolutionary aquatic drone system along with next-generation aerial drones, creating breathtaking  choreographies that unfold simultaneously across the sky and the water.

This new production will invite every guest to step into the story and embrace their own heroic journey, inspired by the courage and determination of stories including Disney Animation’s Mulan, Hercules, Moana, and Zootopia, Pixar’s Up, and from the Marvel Universe. 

Cuttining edge tech and a range of elements including water screens, fountains, projects, lighting, special effects and pyro all combine for this very exciting sounding show!

In the coming months, the entertainment team will undertake extensive rehearsals to perfect the seamless choreography of aerial and aquatic drones, combined with cutting-edge special effects, ensuring  a breathtaking experience from the very start of the expansion.

NEW RIDE: Raiponce Tangled Spin

Adventure Way will host Raiponce Tangled Spin, a brand-new family attraction inspired by the Disney Animation film Tangled. Designed for dreamers of all ages, this ride will bring to life one of the film’s most iconic moments: the Lantern Festival.

Seated in finely sculpted gondolas, guests will whirl gracefully beneath a sky illuminated with floating lanterns, surrounded by frescoes depicting Rapunzel’s adventures.

Accompanied by legendary music from the film, including “I See the Light,” guests will spin and twirl, immersed in the romantic atmosphere of the Festival.

Mandy Moore, the original voice of Rapunzel, has specially recorded audio announcements for the attraction, adding an authentic touch. 

Disneyland Paris First In-Park Bar

The first bar inside Disneyland Paris is here! 

The Regal View Lounge will offer guests a relaxing break in a bright space adorned with royal-blue hues. An elegant wooden bar with golden accents will anchor the room, surrounded by paintings and illustrations honoring the beloved animal companions of Disney Princesses, such as Heihei (Moana), Pascal (Tangled),  and Mushu (Mulan).

Guests can sip a signature cocktail or explore a variety of drinks inspired by Disney Princesses’ personalities, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the lake and World of Frozen, accompanied by piano renditions of Disney classics.

Culinary Experience with Disney Princesses 

Guests can relax and have a lovely meal at the new table-service restaurant located on Adventure Way.

The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge will welcome guests for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a refined atmosphere, decorated with embroidered drapes, floral tapestries, delicate wood moldings, and impressive murals illustrating Disney  Princesses such as Snow White, Tiana, Moana and more.

Disney’s Poetic Gardens and Entertainment 

Adventure Way will also feature themed gardens celebrating some of Disney and Pixar’s most beloved stories, blending nature and poetry. Guests of  all ages can stroll through charming, landscaped areas such as the Tangled Garden or Toy Story Garden, the latter adorned with two monumental statues of Woody and Jessie. Trees and shrubs carefully trimmed into toy shapes will create playful scenery, naturally leading into Toy Story Playland.