Muppet Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is officially closed, and today was our final change to experience this quirky, detail-filled corner of the park. From the classic Muppet Vision 3D theater to the outrageous wedding reception room upstairs at PizzeRizzo, this area has entertained fans for decades. In this video, we explore it all one last time.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
A Tribute to Jim Henson’s Muppet Vision 3D
At the heart of the courtyard is Muppet Vision 3D, the final project personally directed by Jim Henson before his passing in 1990. The attraction officially opened on May 16, 1991—exactly one year after Henson’s death. It has remained nearly unchanged for over three decades, offering a rare time capsule of Muppet humor, heartfelt tribute, and groundbreaking theme park storytelling.
The cannon blast leaves a gaping hole in the wall, and amidst the smoke and chaos, Kermit emerges—stretched out on a ladder from the Muppet Labs Fire Dept! 🎭
Fun fact: Kermit the Frog is noticeably absent from the pre-show video. Instead, Scooter and the rest of the Muppet crew take over the backstage chaos, adding to the show’s unique and unexpected charm.
PizzeRizzo’s Hidden Gem: The Wedding Reception Room
One of the most bizarre and delightful spaces in all of Walt Disney World sits quietly above PizzeRizzo: an ongoing 1980s-style wedding reception. Themed with checkerboard floors, disco lighting, and looping DJ announcements, the room feels frozen in time. Guests can sit among half-finished cakes, mismatched party favors, and a dance floor ready for a celebration that never quite happens.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
The details are pure Muppet madness—subtle jokes hidden in signs, napkins, and wall art. It’s a space many guests miss entirely, but it’s worth the walk upstairs, especially on this final day.
Muppet Courtyard: A Forgotten Backlot Treasure
Although Disney officially renamed the area “Grand Avenue” a few years ago, fans never stopped calling it Muppet Courtyard — a testament to the lasting impact and personality of this space. Originally intended to be part of a full Muppet Studios expansion, Muppet Courtyard retained its backlot feel from the park’s early days as Disney-MGM Studios. Brick walls, back alley doors, and staged windows hinted at a much bigger concept that never materialized. While the Streets of America and Lights, Motors, Action! faded away, this little corner remained—a love letter to Jim Henson’s creative legacy.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Today, that chapter ends.
Saying Goodbye to Muppet Courtyard
As Disney prepares to reimagine this space, we say goodbye to a truly original area of the park. Whether you loved the chaotic humor of Muppet*Vision, enjoyed a quiet slice upstairs at PizzeRizzo, or simply appreciated the charm of the Muppets in theme park form, this was a special place.
But there’s good news: the Muppets aren’t disappearing completely. Disney has confirmed that the Muppets will be moving to Sunset Boulevard in 2026 to take over the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. So while we’re saying farewell to Muppet Courtyard, we can also look forward to the next chapter of Muppet mayhem, with brand-new thrills ahead.
AFTER: Monsters Inc Land, Concept art that matches Muppet Courtyard Satellite image.
Join us for one final walkthrough and farewell to Muppet Courtyard. And if you’re watching from home, consider this your last look at a space filled with laughter, nostalgia, and more than a few chickens.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Outside PizzeRizzo: A classic New York-style facade with Muppet flair. Themed signage, brick walls, and quirky details set the stage for what’s inside.
Every wall tells a joke at PizzeRizzo—check out the clever signs, crooked posters, and Muppet-run “business” ads near the order windows. A visual feast of puns and pizza.
Every wall tells a joke at PizzeRizzo—check out the clever signs, crooked posters, and Muppet-run “business” ads near the order windows. A visual feast of puns and pizza.
Every wall tells a joke at PizzeRizzo—check out the clever signs, crooked posters, and Muppet-run “business” ads near the order windows. A visual feast of puns and pizza.
Every wall tells a joke at PizzeRizzo—check out the clever signs, crooked posters, and Muppet-run “business” ads near the order windows. A visual feast of puns and pizza.
One last meal at PizzeRizzo: mushroom pizza and a side salad enjoyed upstairs in the unforgettable Muppet wedding reception room. A quirky farewell to a Disney hidden gem.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
A closer look at the Muppet bulletin board reveals a collage of hidden gags, inside jokes, and fake notices from your favorite Muppet characters—every pin and post has a punchline.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
Step inside the upstairs of PizzeRizzo—home to the never-ending 1980s Muppet wedding reception, complete with disco lights, checkerboard floors, and hilarious details hidden in every corner.
The Electric Mayhem is always on the lookout for their next big gig—spotted here outside PizzeRizzo, instruments in hand and ready to rock Muppet Courtyard Tour one last time.
The iconic Muppet*Vision 3D theater — home to Jim Henson’s final project and a staple of Muppet Courtyard Tour for over 30 years. One last look before the curtain closes.
