Frozen Comes to Life at the New Disney Adventure World
Frozen Comes to Life at the New Disney Adventure World
Meghann FoyeSun, March 29, 2026 at 5:57 AM UTC
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Pack your bags and grab your ears because the wait is finally over: the most ambitious transformation in the history of Disneyland Paris is officially here. While the resort is technically calling this a "reimagining" of its second gate, anyone walking through the gates this week will tell you it feels like a brand-new kingdom has risen from the ground.
On the eve of its public opening on March 29, 2026, the park formerly known as Walt Disney Studios Park has been reborn as Disney Adventure World, marking the first time since the resort opened its second gate that fans have seen an expansion of this magnitude.
The star of the show is, without a doubt, the breathtaking World of Frozen. Stepping into Arendelle feels less like visiting a theme park and more like walking straight into the screen, complete with the 118-foot-tall North Mountain and Elsa’s Ice Palace shimmering in the distance.
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The celebration wasn't just about the scenery—it was a true A-list affair. The festivities kicked off on Friday with a visit from French President Emmanuel Macron, who joined Disney leadership to highlight the park's massive impact on European tourism. As the grand opening approached, the guest list read like a global talent directory.
Among the icons walking the blue carpet were French cinema legend Isabelle Huppert and Emily in Paris favorite Lucas Bravo. They were joined by Academy Award-winner Penélope Cruz and recent Golden Globe winner Teyana Taylor, who both got an exclusive preview of the park’s new magic. Even pop royalty made an appearance, with former Spice Girl Emma Bunton joining the crowd to witness the spectacular transformation of the resort’s second gate.
During the star-studded inauguration, the atmosphere was electric as the singer Santa performed "Into the Unknown" from a literal ice piano. The ceremony reached a heartfelt peak when 11-year-old Lou from Make-A-Wish joined the stage to sing "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" with a high-tech, robotic Olaf.
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“With Disney Adventure World, we’re not only unveiling a reimagined second gate at Disneyland Paris; we’re opening the door to a new era,” said Natacha Rafalski, Présidente of Disneyland Paris. “An era where our guests walk straight into the heart of the stories they love.”
It’s a sentiment shared by the highest levels of Disney leadership, who see this as a superlative shift for the destination. Thomas Mazloum, Chairman of Disney Experiences, noted, "The reimagining of our second gate reflects the very best of what Disney represents: boundless imagination that brings people together.”
Beyond the snow-capped peaks of Arendelle, the park now flows into Adventure Bay, a massive 7.5-acre lake that serves as the new "beating heart" of the expansion. Here, fans can find the fairy-tale-like Raiponce Tangled Spin and a Beaux-Arts-inspired new dining venue with character interactions, The Regal View Restaurant.
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Reflecting on the global love for these characters, Josh D’Amaro, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, said, “Few stories have resonated with fans around the world like Frozen. From the screen to our parks, cruises, and beyond, its impact continues to grow, and with World of Frozen and Disney Adventure World, we’re giving guests at Disneyland Paris the opportunity to experience that story in entirely new ways.”
Whether you're a Marvel recruit or an Arendelle royalty hopeful, this is the glow-up we've all been waiting for.
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This story was originally published by Parade on Mar 29, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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