Slinky Dog Dash Closed for Third Day at Hollywood Studios
Published September 2, 2026 · Updated September 30, 2026
Live now: Slinky Dog Dash wait & status
Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been closed for three consecutive days. The Toy Story Land coaster did not operate on August 31 or September 1, and the shutdown extended into a third day as of Wednesday, September 2.
According to reports, a ride vehicle was spotted stopped on the track near the attraction’s second launch. The vehicle was resting farther back within the launch area than its typical position, which is consistent with an emergency stop.
Additionally, an electrical panel near the stopped vehicle was visibly open. The panel reportedly houses equipment associated with the ride’s controls and communications, suggesting maintenance teams may be investigating a technical fault.
What we know
- Slinky Dog Dash (Disney’s Hollywood Studios) — did not operate on August 31, September 1, or September 2.
- Ride vehicle — spotted stopped near the second launch area in a position consistent with an emergency stop.
- Electrical panel — observed open near the stopped train, reportedly exposing ride control equipment.
What’s not confirmed
Disney has not publicly stated the reason for the multi-day closure, nor has the company confirmed whether a mechanical or electrical failure occurred. An estimated reopening timeline has not been announced, and it remains unclear when crews will complete any necessary repairs.
What it means for your trip
A prolonged closure of Slinky Dog Dash places heavy strain on the rest of the Lightning Lane Multi Pass lineup at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With the park’s most popular family coaster offline, wait times for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and Toy Story Mania will likely climb faster than usual. If you are holding a Lightning Lane for Slinky Dog Dash, Disney typically converts these to Multiple Experiences passes when a ride fails to open, allowing you to bypass the standby line at other eligible attractions. You can set a SupaPark live alert for Slinky Dog Dash to get a push notification the second the coaster begins operating again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Lightning Lane Multi Pass selections still available for Slinky Dog Dash?
Because the attraction is experiencing unexpected downtime rather than a scheduled refurbishment, the system may still allow advance selections, though they will convert to Multiple Experiences passes if the ride remains closed during your return window.
When will Slinky Dog Dash reopen?
Disney has not announced a reopening date or an estimated timeline for the attraction to resume normal operations.
Go deeper — the full guides: The Introvert’s Guide to 50’s Prime Time Café at Disney World · Sci-Fi Dine-In vs Mama Melrose: Which Table to Book? · How to Conquer Expedition Everest on a Half-Day Animal Kingdom Itinerary
SupaPark tracks live wait times and crowd forecasts, and pings you the second a hard-to-get reservation opens or a ride goes walk-on — free to start at supapark.com.