Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts in central Florida has confirmed the opening of a "Frozen"-themed ride to replace a 26-year-old log flume at Epcot.

The hit animation film continues to be popular globally almost a year after being released, has raked in $1.3 billion for Disney, and "Frozen"-themed products show no signs of slowing in sales.

The Disney park has long had Maelstrom, a log flume ride at the Norway Pavilion which opened in the late 1980s.

It is described as a "boat ride through Scandinavian seascapes and swamps inhabited by creatures-both mythological and magical" and it will close on Oct. 5, according to Disney.

But some critics of the ride say its not a good representation of the country and its culture, which is why "Frozen" has become an obvious choice to replace it.

"We think these 'Frozen' elements are great complements to the Norway Pavilion, which showcases the country and region that inspired the film," Disney said.

The ride will take visitors to a rendering of Arendelle, the fictitious land where "Frozen" was set, which was actually inspired by places in Norway.

The attraction will include the hit songs from the movie and a royal greeting by the princesses, Disney said.

And "Frozen" is taking over the Magic Kingdom park as well.

Cinderella's Castle will turn into an ice palace every night, starting in early November, Disney said. And the Christmas parade will include Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.

"When Walt Disney promised that Disneyland would never be completed, so long as there is imagination left in the world, he made a promise to our guests that we take seriously at all our locations around the world," Disney said in their announcement.

While no opening date has been set, it will take between 12 and 18 months to construct, meaning an opening date is likely somewhere in early 2016, Huffington Post reports.