Project Fedora Construction Update: Steel Framework Rises Above the Hedges at Hollywood Studios

Project Fedora is getting harder to hide. New photos from the construction site near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios show steel framework now clearly visible above the movable planter screens from the main walkway.

Earlier this month, we reported that Project Fedora construction had gone vertical. Two weeks later, the structure has grown well above the hedge line, and the shape of the framework adds weight to the theory that this is a play area for younger guests.

Quick Summary

• Project Fedora’s steel framework now rises well above the movable planter screens at Hollywood Studios.
• The planters, installed in late March 2026 to screen the site, are still in place.
• Foundation work is underway, with wooden retaining walls and soil grading visible.
• The framework is made of horizontal and angled steel pipe sections, more like a climbing or play structure than a building.
• Disney hasn’t announced a name, details, or an opening date.
• Sources say it’s aimed at younger guests and may be an Indiana Jones-themed play structure.

What the New Photos Show

From the main walkway near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, you can now see the steel framework clearly over the top of the planters. When we last checked in, the vertical work was just starting. Now the structure stands well above the hedge line.

The movable planters on casters, installed in late March 2026 to screen the area, are still in place. They do a good job at ground level, but they can’t hide something this tall.

A Closer Look Inside the Site

Inside the site, foundation work is underway. You can see wooden retaining walls and soil grading, which suggests crews are still shaping the ground around the structure.

The framework itself is made of horizontal and angled steel pipe sections. That’s not what you’d expect from a traditional building with walls and a roof. It looks much more like the bones of a climbing or play structure.

What Is Project Fedora?

Disney hasn’t said anything official about Project Fedora. There’s no name, no details on what it will include, and no opening date.

Sources have said the addition is aimed at younger guests and may be an Indiana Jones-themed play structure. The steel pipe framework in these new photos fits that theory, though nothing is confirmed.

We’ve followed the project since the early permits. Our coverage includes the Project Fedora permit filed at the Indiana Jones Theater and the Indiana Jones Theater permit that runs through 2027.

Project Fedora Timeline So Far

• Late March 2026: Movable planters go up to screen the site.
• May 2026: Construction notices are filed for the project.
• June 2026: A new permit is filed at the Indiana Jones Theater.
• October 9, 2026: Work goes vertical, with steel starting to rise.
• October 23, 2026: The steel framework is clearly visible above the hedges.

Why a Play Area Would Make Sense

If Project Fedora does turn out to be a play structure, it would fill a real gap at Hollywood Studios. The park is heavy on thrill rides and big shows, and it has fewer spots for younger kids to burn off energy than some of the other parks.

An Indiana Jones-themed play area next to the Epic Stunt Spectacular would also tie into one of the park’s most recognizable franchises. Families waiting for a showtime would have something nearby for kids to do, and it could take some pressure off the area during busy days.

That’s speculation for now. But the pipe framework, the location, and the source reports all point in the same direction.

What This Means for Your Trip

For now, Project Fedora is still behind the planter screens, and the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular continues to operate. If you’re visiting Hollywood Studios soon:

• Look over the hedges. The framework is easy to spot from the main walkway near the stunt show.
• Don’t plan around it yet. With no announced opening date, it’s too early to build a trip around Project Fedora.
• Watch for announcements. Disney often reveals details on smaller additions closer to opening.

What to Watch For Next

The next signs of progress will likely be theming going onto the structure, more landscaping, and eventually an official name from Disney. Once crews start adding the decorative pieces that make a Disney play area feel themed, it should become much clearer what Project Fedora will be. We’ll keep watching the site and share new photos as the structure takes shape.

The Bottom Line

Project Fedora’s steel framework is now clearly visible above the planter screens near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The pipe-style structure and foundation work support reports that it’s a play area for younger guests, possibly with an Indiana Jones theme. Disney hasn’t confirmed anything yet, so keep an eye on this spot on your next visit.

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