Today, Disneyland Paris officially entered a bold new era with the opening of World of Frozen at the newly renamed Disney Adventure World, marking one of the most ambitious transformations in the resort’s history. As the second park at Disneyland Paris, Disney Adventure World invites guests to step into immersive worlds inspired by beloved stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Marvel.
The transformation includes Adventure Way, a sweeping new main avenue. Framed by gardens, entertainment, dining such as The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge, and Raiponce Tangled Spin, a new family attraction inspired by Walt Disney Animation’s Tangled.
Along Adventure Bay, a striking central lake that anchors the park and serves as the stage for the new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Cascade of Lights.” Rising beyond it all at the heart of the expansion’s centerpiece, World of Frozen, a fully immersive land that brings guests straight into Arendelle.
Opening day began with a moment of surprise, as Spider-Man appeared atop the iconic Earffel Tower to reveal the park’s new name: Disney Adventure World.
Shortly after, children from Make-A-Wish and their families were welcomed as the very first guests to step onto Adventure Way.
Lined by cast members, Imagineers, beloved Disney characters, and the Disney Marching Band, their walk along the shores of Adventure Bay set an emotional tone for the day as they became among the first-ever guests to explore World of Frozen.
Upon the park’s official opening, guests poured in to experience the array of new adventures. Inside World of Frozen, visitors were transported to Arendelle, where the family-friendly attraction, Frozen Ever After, brought the beloved story to life through stunning scenes, iconic music, and state-of-the-art technology.
Nearby, the new show “A Celebration in Arendelle” captivated audiences with Olaf, boats gliding across the water and original music created exclusively for the land. Over at Nordic Crowns Tavern, guests enjoyed a brand-new menu inspired by Nordic cuisine.
Guests also twirled beneath glowing lanterns on Raiponce Tangled Spin and began sampling the wide variety of new dining experiences along Adventure Bay. Throughout the day, character encounters, live music moments and immersive details ensured that every turn offered something new to discover.
The opening followed the previous night’s spectacular inauguration ceremony where Josh D’Amaro, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company; Thomas Mazloum, Chairman of Disney Experiences; and Natacha Rafalski, Présidente of Disneyland Paris, took the stage to mark the significance of the moment.
“Few stories have resonated with fans around the world like Frozen,” said Josh D’Amaro. “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.”
“We continue to expand Disneyland Paris with ambition and purpose,” Thomas Mazloum said. “The reimagining of our second gate reflects the very best of what Disney represents: boundless imagination that brings people together.”
“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. An era where our guests walk straight into the heart of the stories they love,” Natacha Rafalski added.
The ceremony continued by paying tribute to the new Tangled-inspired attraction as Rapunzel, Flynn and their friends arrived on stage.
The atmosphere then shifted as the scene transformed and French-American singer Santa appeared, performing Into the Unknown from Disney Animation’s Frozen 2 at an ice piano.
One of the most touching moments of the evening came when 10-year-old Lou from Make-A-Wish joined Santa on stage to sing a few lines of Do You Want to Build a Snowman?. The moment was joined by Olaf, brought to life through cutting-edge robotic technologies developed by Walt Disney Imagineering, and this moment marked a major milestone: the 25,000th wish granted at Disneyland Paris since 1992.
The night concluded with a show-stopping finale as Santa returned to perform Let It Go alongside Anna, Elsa, and Olaf. With immersive lighting, pyrotechnics, and the shimmering ice piano illuminating Arendelle Village and Adventure Bay, the performance delivered a powerful and unforgettable closing moment.
The celebration drew international attention, welcoming celebrities from around the world. Among those walking the red carpet were French actors Lucas Bravo and Camille Razat, Spice Girl Emma Bunton, Christian Louboutin, Coperni and more.
With immersive lands, groundbreaking technology and storytelling woven into every detail, this transformation represents the most ambitious evolution of Disneyland Paris to date. As the first visitors step into this new chapter today, one thing is clear: a bold, beautiful new era has arrived at Disneyland Paris. And it’s only the beginning.
Planning a visit to Disney Adventure World? Be sure to check out our ultimate guide to explore everything the park has to offer. Food lovers won’t want to miss our guide to all the treats and eats debuting with the park’s expansion. Plus, go behind the scenes to discover the creative magic that brought the spectacular new nighttime show, “Disney Cascade of Lights,” in the latest episode of Disney Unscripted!
