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Tiana's Bayou Adventure Your Guide to Both Coasts
May 14, 2024
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UPDATED MAY 2024. Tiana's Bayou Adventure is heading your way both at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. We have all of the information on how to ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure and tips on booking the best Disneyland or Walt Disney World vacation yet!

What You Need to Know for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

  • Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open first in Florida at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park on June 28, 2024. But there may also be a preview available before that date, keep reading for more information
  • At Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida you’ll want to plan your summer vacation ASAP for your chance to head on down the Bayou
  • Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open in Anaheim at Disneyland Park later in 2024
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How to Ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World

Tiana's Bayou Adventure will officially open to guests at Walt Disney World this summer. The former Splash Mountain now tells even more of the story from Princess and the Frog, delighting guests with music, stories and friendship along the way. This new ride is located in Frontierland.

Disney World Standby Line for Tiana's Bayou Adventure

The regular line, also known as standby, might not be available initially for Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

We anticipate you will need to use an alternate method for riding when it first opens.

Disney World Virtual Queue for Tiana's Bayou Adventure

When Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens on June 28 it will utilize a Virtual Queue Virtual Queue during the first few months (and possibly even longer). Guests can request to join the virtual queue via the My Disney Experience app at one of two times: 7:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Read more about Virtual Queues for this and other attractions here.

Disney World Disney Genie+ for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Disney Genie+ is available for purchase beginning at midnight on the day of your visit. This service includes access to many rides at Walt Disney World theme parks. We anticipate Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to join Disney Genie+ at a later date. Check out our blog article here to learn more about Disney Genie+.

Combining Methods to Ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure

Yes, you can combine methods to ride! For example, you can purchase Genie+ and join the Virtual Queue both in one day at both Disney Resorts.

Tiana’s Bayou Previews and Opening

There are several dates to keep in mind when headed to “New Orleans” at Magic Kingdom in Orlando. We are keeping track and keeping these dates in order so you can refer back and plan your trip accordingly.

  • Spring/Summer 2024 Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open for media previews, so you may see the ride running but this is by invitation only to select members of the press.
  • Mid-June 2024 Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open for Florida-based Cast Members, Annual Passholders, D23 Gold Members (paid after hours event TBA) and eligible Disney Vacation Club Members. Stay tuned for exact dates and how you can participate, if eligible.
  • June 28, 2024 Official Grand Opening for the public!

How to Ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland

Tiana's Bayou Adventure will officially open to guests at Disneyland later this year. The former Splash Mountain now tells even more of the story from Princess and the Frog, delighting guests with music, stories and friendship along the way. This new ride is located in Critter Country.

Disneyland Standby Line for Tiana's Bayou Adventure

The regular line, also known as standby, might not be available initially for Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

We anticipate you will need to use an alternate method for riding when it first opens.

Disneyland Virtual Queue for Tiana's Bayou Adventure

We anticipate the need for a Virtual Queue during the first few months (and possibly even longer) that Tiana's Bayou Adventure is open. Read more about Virtual Queues for this and other attractions here.

Disneyland Disney Genie+ for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Disney Genie+ is available for purchase with your discount Disneyland tickets. This service includes access to many rides at Disneyland Resort. If the attraction follows the model on the east coast, we anticipate Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to join Disney Genie+ during its debut. Check out our blog article here to learn more about Disney Genie+.

Purchase Individual Lightning Lane for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

There’s still a chance this ride could utilize Individual Lightning Lane purchases—or à la carte— when the ride first debuts at Disneyland. Individual Lightning Lanes are selections for specific attractions that are not offered through Disney Genie+. Buying an Individual Lightning Lane allows you access to the Lightning Lane queue (one time) for the selected attraction.

Although it’s an additional cost, it will save you time to be able to do other things throughout the Resort.

Combining Methods to Ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure

Yes, you can combine methods to ride! For example, you can purchase Individual Lightning Lane and join the Virtual Queue. More information will be provided as details are released.

More Tips for Riding Tiana's Bayou Adventure

Here are a few tips to enhance your vacation experience when riding Tiana's Bayou Adventure:
  • Get a multi-day ticket. The more park days you have, the more opportunities you'll have to ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
  • Get a Park Hopper Ticket. For those who want to ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure multiple times, a Park Hopper ticket gives you the most flexibility during your vacation.
  • Have a positive attitude. Remember that nothing is guaranteed. Rides can go down, entertainment can be canceled because of weather, AND you can STILL have a great time. Your Disney vacation truly is what you make it, and we hope you make it the best ever!
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More Princess and the Frog Fun

Whether you are able to ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure or not, there are still so many ways to celebrate all things Princess at the Frog! Here are some of our favorite Princess and the Frog ideas when on either coast.

Princess and the Frog at Walt Disney World

  • Meet Tiana- check the My Disney Experience app for character times and locations.
  • Shop- find all your favorite Princess and the Frog gear can be found throughout the resort, and especially in Frontierland and near the new ride.
  • Eat- Beginning on opening day, Golden Oak Outpost and The Friar’s Nook will be serving up sweet and fluffy beignets drizzled with honey and powdered sugar. These will be available for a limited time only so let the good times roll.

Princess and the Frog at Disneyland

  • Meet Tiana- check the Disneyland app for character times and locations, we love seeing Tiana aboard the Mark Twain River Boat sailing the Rivers of America.
  • Dine with Princess Tiana- Princess Breakfast Adventures is character dining featuring your favorite Disney Princesses hosted for breakfast and brunch at Napa Rose.
  • Shop- find all your favorite Princess and the Frog gear can be found throughout the resort, and especially in Critter Country!

Booking Your Disney Vacation

We are so excited that Tiana's Bayou Adventure is opening at Walt Disney World and Disneyland! No matter which Disney Resort you choose there is SO much to look forward to! If you're planning a trip, we'd love to be part of the process. Book your Disney vacation online, or call any of our vacation experts at 855-GET-AWAY.

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