Disney Files Initial Building Permits for Project Fedora at Hollywood Studios

Disney Files New ‘Project Fedora’ Permits Near Indiana Jones Stunt Show at Hollywood Studios

Something new may be cracking its whip into Disney’s Hollywood Studios soon. Disney has filed two new construction permits connected to “Project Fedora,” a mysterious development project located directly outside the exit of the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular theater.

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And yes, “Fedora” is almost certainly a wink and nod to Indiana Jones’ legendary hat. Disney is not exactly being subtle here. 🤠

The permits were filed for the small construction site along 253 Cypress Drive, a space longtime Hollywood Studios fans may remember as the former home of a merchandise truck kiosk before 2020. In recent weeks, props disappeared from the area and sections of pavement were torn up, signaling that something was brewing backstage.

Now, the newly filed permits offer the clearest indication yet that Disney is actively moving forward with whatever Project Fedora turns out to be.

Interestingly, the permits were filed through Disney’s Facility Asset Management division rather than Walt Disney Imagineering. That usually points toward infrastructure or operational construction rather than major attraction development. Still, one of the contractors attached to the permits is Artistic Entertainment Services, a company known for scenic fabrication and themed environment work for Disney and other theme parks.

Translation? This probably is not just somebody replacing concrete and calling it a day.

The project could potentially involve a new Indiana Jones-themed merchandise kiosk, snack stand, themed photo area, or refreshed outdoor space connected to the stunt show. Given the scenic fabrication company attached to the permits, themed props and set dressing seem highly likely.

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The location itself also makes a lot of sense for some kind of Indiana Jones refresh. On the opposite side of the theater once sat a dedicated Indiana Jones gift shop, which never reopened after the 2020 park shutdowns. Disney temporarily reused the space in 2023 during the release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, turning it into a themed exhibit and lounge experience.

Meanwhile, Indiana Jones as a franchise continues gaining fresh momentum across Walt Disney World. Disney is currently constructing a brand-new Indiana Jones attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to replace DINOSAUR, meaning the fedora-loving archaeologist is becoming a much larger presence across the resort once again.

This latest project also arrives while the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular continues operating under slightly modified conditions. The iconic rolling boulder effect has still not returned following an incident where a cast member was injured after the boulder came off its track.

For now, Disney has not officially announced what Project Fedora will become, but between the codename, the location, and the themed construction contractors involved, it definitely feels like Indy fans may soon have something new to discover at Hollywood Studios.

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