Miss Piggy Fountain Removed From Muppet Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Miss Piggy Fountain Removed as Muppets Courtyard Begins Monstropolis Makeover at Hollywood Studios

It’s the end of an era, and the start of a monstrously big transformation. Photos from X user bioreconstruct show the iconic Miss Piggy fountain, a centerpiece of the now-closed Muppets Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, has officially been removed as construction ramps up for the park’s upcoming Monsters, Inc.-themed land.

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For years, guests could catch Miss Piggy dressed as Lady Liberty, proudly spouting water from her torch in front of the MuppetVision 3D theater. Even after the attraction closed, the fountain continued to operate behind construction walls, offering fans one last glimpse. But now, that view is gone. The fountain has gone silent, and both the statue and its base have disappeared from sight.

Photos show that not only is Miss Piggy M.I.A., but several surrounding trees and themed elements have also been removed from the area. While the MuppetVision 3D marquee is still hanging on (for now), other features—like the Sweetums flat and rooftop flags at PizzeRizzo—have been quietly dismantled.

Though Disney has yet to confirm the final fate of the fountain, there’s hope it may be preserved and relocated. Rumors suggest it could find a new home at the Muppets re-theme of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, set to debut next year, or possibly even within The Walt Disney Archives.

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The transformation of Grand Avenue into Monstropolis will be one of the largest expansions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios since Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. According to new concept art, the revamped land will include:

• “The Glob” theater, replacing MuppetVision 3D
• A new Monsters-themed fountain, where Miss Piggy once stood
• Harryhausen’s restaurant, replacing Mama Melrose’s
• A re-themed quick-service location, taking over from PizzeRizzo
• Disney’s first vertical lift coaster, themed to the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster, which guests will access through Monsters, Inc. HQ

The coaster’s massive show building is already in progress, taking over a backstage Cast Member parking lot. It will also mark the park’s first suspended coaster, promising a thrilling new experience with a dose of Pixar charm.

As Monstropolis moves in and the Muppets move out, longtime fans may feel a twinge of nostalgia. But if Disney finds a way to honor Miss Piggy’s legacy in a new corner of the park, the Muppets may not be saying goodbye—just moving on to their next show-stopping act.

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