Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Opening Earlier Than Expected

Get ready, Space Rangers! Disney just announced exciting news for the opening of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at the Magic Kingdom.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Changes

New: Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Reopening Date — Credit: Donna

Big changes were announced for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin. There will be a new show scene that will introduce characters to a new character, "Buddy."

Along with the addition of a new character, the ride vehicles will receive a huge overhaul with video monitors and handheld blasters.

These new vehicles will feature handheld blasters and video monitors with real-time scoring (unlimited high scores!). Disney Imagineers have added magic to the tunnel that Guests pass through.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Opening

First Guests Experience New Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin — Credit: Disney

Disney Imagineers have added magic to the tunnel that Guests pass through. Zurg will now clearly be seen releasing space mines that you can fire at and earn more points. The best part, Buzz Lightyear will join you in this battle.

Disney updated the description of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin on the official website. You can check out the new description HERE and the brand new attraction photo HERE.

Last week, Disney announced that Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin will reopen on April 8, 2026. We have good news regarding a possible early opening.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Soft Opening

Buzz Lightyear New Robot — Credit: Disney

Today, select Walt Disney World Cast Members received an "Incoming Transmission". Eligible Cast members can sign up for a "playtest" to experience this attraction before it officially reopens to Guests.

Cast Member "playtests" begin March 21st for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin.

These "playtests" begin this Saturday, March 21st, through Friday, March 27, 2026. We hope that these "playtests" go well and that the attraction may have a soft opening sooner than April 8, 2026.

Walt Disney World has opened many attractions and dining locations early as a soft opening for Guests, most recently for EPCOT's Frozen Ever After. This is great news for Guests visiting early April.

What do you think of this early testing? Do you think this attraction will offer a soft opening? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!