Disneyland Paris' new Up ride opening in 2027: Disney Adventure World takes shape

Disneyland Paris has unveiled fresh details about its new Up-inspired attraction, including the official name, story and opening window, as work continues on the transformation of Disney Adventure World.

UP! Attraction: key ride details released

For UK visitors planning future Disneyland Paris trips, today's update is significant because it confirms both the official ride name and the opening timeframe, while also offering a clearer sense of the attraction's style and place within the wider expansion of the resort.

• Name: Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings

• Opening: 2027

• Park: Disney Adventure World

• Ride type: Rising swing on a carousel / family-friendly attraction

• eats: 64 guests in 48 swings (some offering dual seating)

• Ride theme: Inspired by Pixar's Up, the ride will centre on Russell and the Wilderness Explorers. Guests will join in on an adventure to earn an "Aviation" badge as they take to the skies above Adventure Way.

Where the new Up! ride will be in Disneyland Paris

Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings will be located on Adventure Way, nearly opposite Raiponce Tangled Spin, inside the currently evolving and newly opened Disney Adventure World park. The addition of this ride will mark the official completion of the Adventure Way area according to Disneyland Paris.

Here is the current Disney Adventure World map showing exactly where Wilderness Explorer’s Sky Swings will be:

The ride will be found within a new Up-themed garden, with the ride becoming a fully immersive part of Adventure Way. Construction is already underway, work on the project began in November 2025, and work is visible if you are visiting during 2026.

What Disneyland Paris revealed about the ride theme

The new details were revealed today as part of Disneyland Paris’ 34th anniversary celebrations. The ride experience will be a family attraction, that rises into the sky giving views across the park, and there will be music inspired by the film.

The queue and ride area will combine Art Nouveau and industrial design, with details including wrought-iron arches, balloon and cloud motifs, and a golden spike at the top to represent Carl and Ellie's house.

The queue itself will be split into four themed zones inspired by key moments from the film. Expect to see props linked to the story, including Carl's childhood aviator helmet and goggles and Ellie's adventure book.

Does this affect 2027 planning and booking decisions for UK visitors?

This ride is effectively a rising swing carousel style ride that is going to be a world first featuring Disney Pixar UP! theming. The announcement today suggests the theming will be immersive and the addition of the garden area will adds to the immersive impact Disney Adventure World is determined to provide and be known for.

This latest update makes clear that the Up ride will not be part of the initial phase of Disney Adventure World's rollout during 2026. Instead, it is planned for 2027, meaning UK visitors will need to wait until next year to experience it. It’s not a ride that is going to be worth putting off your Disneyland Paris holiday for, but 2027 may also be the year that the Lion King ride also opens, although that is not confirmed.

For Disneyland Paris, the attraction also taps into continued demand for Pixar-themed experiences, particularly ones that appeal to families without relying only on thrill rides.

Magic in a Minute

The film remains one of Pixar's most emotionally resonant stories, combining humour, adventure and heartbreak in a way that appeals to children and adults alike. By building a family-friendly attraction around Russell, the Wilderness Explorers and the spirit of aviation, Disneyland Paris appears to be aiming for a ride that feels visually distinctive while staying true to the heart of the film.

For fans in the UK, the announcement is likely to fuel interest in future Disneyland Paris breaks, especially among those watching closely to see how Disney Adventure World takes shape over the next two years.

Frequently asked questions

What is the new Up ride called at Disneyland Paris?

The new Up-inspired ride at Disneyland Paris is called Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings.

When will the Up ride open at Disneyland Paris?

Disneyland Paris says the new attraction is scheduled to open in 2027, an exact date has not yet been confirmed.

Where will the new Up attraction be located?

It will be on Adventure Way in Disney Adventure World, opposite Raiponce Tangled Spin.

Will the Up ride open in 2026?

No. Disneyland Paris has said the attraction is planned for 2027; it is not part of the 2026 phase of openings.

Is the new Up attraction suitable for families?

Disneyland Paris has described it as a family attraction themed around Russell and the Wilderness Explorers.