Monstropolis to Partially Open at Disney World in 2027

Disney announced that Monstropolis, the new Monsters, Inc.-themed land under construction at Disney's Hollywood Studios, will begin opening in 2027. The phased opening will allow guests to explore parts of the land while construction continues on its headline attraction, a suspended roller coaster.

The announcement was made during the D23 fan event. According to Disney, the land will transport visitors into the world of Sulley and Mike, allowing them to explore the city, meet its citizens, and experience monster culture. A new in-universe story has been created to explain the visit: Monstropolis has established a Department of Human Relations and is hosting H.U.M.A.N. Day, which stands for Humans Understanding Monsters Are Nice, as a cultural exchange.

A central new experience is a show at the Glob Theater titled "Welcome to Monstropolis." Hosted by Mike and Sulley, the production will introduce human visitors to the city. Disney Legend Randy Newman has written an original song for the show, marking the first time he has composed a song specifically for a Disney theme park.

The land will feature several dining locations. Harryhausen's Restaurant, based on the sushi restaurant...