Olaf Draws! Running in B-Mode at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Published September 26, 2026

The Olaf Draws! experience at The Magic of Disney Animation in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is reportedly operating in B-mode without its central animatronic. According to reports from Friday, September 25, drapes are currently covering Olaf and his desk.

As of Saturday, September 26, the attraction continues to welcome guests, but the physical host is hidden from view.

Under standard operation, the attraction features an Olaf animatronic hosting the session from an animator’s desk while guests follow along with pre-recorded video lessons. With the B-mode in effect, the drawing lessons are still playing, but the physical character interaction in the room is temporarily suspended.

What we know

• Olaf Draws! (Disney’s Hollywood Studios) — operating in B-mode; the pre-recorded drawing lessons are still playing.
• The Olaf animatronic — currently covered by drapes and not visible to guests.

Disney has not confirmed the reason for the downtime or provided a timeline for when the animatronic will return to normal operation.

What it means for your trip

• Manage expectations: If you have young Frozen fans in your group who are expecting to see Olaf in person at the desk, let them know he is taking a break before you walk in.
• The activity is still open: You can still participate in the drawing lessons. The Magic of Disney Animation remains a reliable, air-conditioned break during a hot Hollywood Studios afternoon.
• Adjust your priorities: If seeing the animatronic was the only reason you planned to visit the pavilion, you may want to skip it and reallocate that time to other attractions until full operation resumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olaf Draws! closed?

No, the attraction is still open and running the video-based drawing lessons, but the physical Olaf figure is covered and unavailable.

When will the Olaf animatronic be fixed?

Disney has not confirmed why the figure is covered or announced when it will be visible again.

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