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Disney World Refurbishments & Closings

by Leap on October 4, 2024
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Want to know what's going to be closed while you're visiting the theme parks? We've put together this list of Walt Disney World (plus Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando and Legoland Florida) closings and refurbishments. Refurbishments are temporary closures and can be subject to change without notice. Permanent closures are rides that are no longer active in the parks, and seasonal ones are those that take place annually.

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Walt Disney World® Resort Refurbishments

Here is a list of all temporary Disney World closings. It is not uncommon for Disney to change refurbishment times — to move up or postpone temporary closures — so check back as your trip gets closer! We update this post every week to reflect any changes.

Magic Kingdom® Park

Refurbishments:

EPCOT

Refurbishments:

  • Test Track
    CLOSED June 17, 2024 - TBD 2025
  • Luminous
    NO SHOW on Oct. 22, 2024 (EPCOT will close early at 5 p.m. due to a private event)

Disney’s Hollywood Studios®

Refurbishments:

  • None

Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Refurbishments:

  • None

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

  • CLOSING Nov. 4, 2024

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park

  • REOPENING Nov. 4, 2024

Disney Springs

  • None

Miniature Golf Courses

  • None

WDW Golf Courses

  • None

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

  • None

Walt Disney World® Resort Hotel Refurbishments

These are the temporary Walt Disney World Resort Hotel closings, such as pools, shops, restaurants or any other type of rehab the hotels are undergoing. Always be sure to check this list as your trip gets closer!

Disney Skyliner

  • None

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort

  • The Fantasia Pool will be unavailable from January 2025 through April 2025. The Duck Pond Pool will remain open during this time.
  • From July 1 through mid-October, some areas of the World Premiere Food Court will be closed for refurbishment — including the coffee bar and lounge. However, the kitchen will remain open. Limited seating will be available throughout the dining room and beverage stations will be accessible. During this time, it's recommended that guests use the My Disney Experience app to purchase food and drinks for pickup.

Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

  • None

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

  • From July through September 2024, Sport Goofy Gifts and Sundries will undergo refurbishment work. The store will remain partially open.
  • From January 2026 until late April 2026, the Surfboard Bay Pool and the kiddie pool at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will be closed for maintenance. During this time, the Grand Slam Leisure Pool at Disney’s All-Star Sports will continue to be available. Additionally, Guests are welcome to use the other pools throughout Disney’s All-Star Resorts.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

  • None

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House

  • None

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village

  • None

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

  • None

Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

  • Room refurbishment work will take place at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort from September 2024 to September 2025.

Disney's Beach Club Resort

  • Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025.

Disney's Beach Club Villas

  • Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025.

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

  • In September 2024, the Screen Door General Store, Disney’s Character Carnival and Thimbles & Threads at Disney’s BoardWalk will each undergo refurbishment. While one store is closed for construction, you are welcome to shop at and enjoy the other two stores.

Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

  • None

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

  • The Barbados leisure pool will be closed from July 29 through the end of September 2024.

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

  • None

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

  • None

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

  • Beginning July 13, 2024, horseback riding will be temporarily unavailable Monday through Friday at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, due to construction. However, rides may be available on Saturdays and Sundays during this time. Check the My Disney Experience app on Friday of each week to see if horseback riding is happening on the following Saturday and Sunday—and if available, reserve a ride.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently undergoing refurbishment. Guests will be able to see and hear construction around the resort – including the lobby – during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. Please allow for extra travel time.
  • Disney's Grand Floridian Convention Center will be unavailable from summer 2025 to fall 2025.

The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently undergoing refurbishment. Guests will be able to see and hear construction around the resort – including the lobby – during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. Please allow for extra travel time.
  • Disney's Grand Floridian Convention Center will be unavailable from summer 2025 to fall 2025.

Disney’s Old Key West Resort

  • None

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

  • Now through 2026, work will take place to paint the exterior of buildings on property, with guest balconies affected. Also due to the expansion, guests may see and hear construction during certain times of the day, no earlier than 9 a.m.

Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

  • Now through 2026, work will take place to paint the exterior of buildings on property, with guest balconies affected. Also due to the expansion, guests may see and hear construction during certain times of the day, no earlier than 9 a.m.

Disney’s Pop Century Resort

  • From July 29, 2024, to the end of November, the Everything POP Food Court will be under refurbishment. Please use mobile order in the My Disney Experience app to order food and drinks. Prepare to use alternate entrances, and dining room seating may be limited.
  • Beginning Sept. 30, the Everything POP Merchandise Shop will undergo refurbishment. The work will occur in two phases, and part of the store will remain open. The store is expected to fully reopen in mid-December 2024.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

  • From May 2024 through November 2024, some guest rooms will be under refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. Most hotel amenities will remain available.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

  • None

Disney's Riviera Resort

  • None

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

  • None

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

  • None

The Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

  • From April through December 2024, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo exterior refurbishment work. During this time, guests may see and hear construction work during daytime hours.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

  • Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025.
  • From January 2025 to May 2025, some guest rooms at Disney's Yacht Club Resort will undergo refurbishment. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available, but guests may hear or see construction work during daytime hours.

Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel

  • None

Walt Disney World Swan Hotel

  • None

Walt Disney World Permanent Closures

Here are the Walt Disney World permanent closures. These rides and attractions are those that have been recently closed for good. Often, Disney will close the doors of rides, restaurants and shops to make way for more new, exciting attractions!

Magic Kingdom® Park

  • Dream Along with Mickey: Closed permanently April 2, 2016
  • Main Street Electrical Parade: Closed permanently Oct. 9, 2016
  • Stitch's Great Escape: Closed permanently Jan. 6, 2018
  • Wishes: Closed permanently in May 2017
  • Splash Mountain: Closed permanently Jan. 23, 2023
  • Frontierland Shootin' Arcade: Closed permanently June 24, 2024

EPCOT

  • Habit Heroes inside Innoventions East: Closed permanently Jan. 18, 2016
  • The Sum of All Thrills inside Innoventions East: Closed permanently Sept. 13, 2016
  • Stormstruck inside Innoventions East: Closed permanently Sept. 13, 2016
  • Ellen's Energy Adventure: Closed permanently Aug. 13, 2017
  • The Circle of Life: Closed permanently Feb. 4, 2018
  • IllumiNations Reflections of the Earth: Retired Sept. 30, 2019

Disney’s Hollywood Studios®

  • Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Studio Catering Co. (Disney's Hollywood Studios): Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Mike & Sulley Meet-and-Greet: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • High Octane Refreshments: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Prop Shop: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • The Writer's Shop: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Watto's Grotto: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • New York News: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • Youse Guys Moychindise: Closed permanently April 3, 2016
  • The Great Movie Ride: Closed permanently Aug. 13, 2017
  • Voyage of the Little Mermaid: Closed permanently March 16, 2020 (reimagined show coming Fall 2024)
  • Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple: Closed permanently March 16, 2020

Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

  • Flights of Wonder: Closed permanently Dec. 31, 2017
  • Primeval Whirl: Closed permanently March 16, 2020
  • Rivers of Light - We Are One: Closed permanently March 16, 2020

Disney Springs

  • DisneyQuest: Closed permanently July 3, 2017
  • Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe: Closed permanently Aug. 3, 2017
  • La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil: Closed permanently Jan. 1, 2018
  • The VOID: Closed permanently Aug. 20, 2020
  • The NBA Experience: Closed permanently Aug. 16, 2021

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

  • Shark Reef: Closed permanently Oct. 3, 2016

Walt Disney World Seasonal Closures

Seasonal closures are those that take place annually and are usually a reoccurrence. These dates are estimates based on past closures.

Universal Orlando® Refurbishments

Universal Studios® Florida

Refurbishments:

Universal Islands of Adventure®

Refurbishments:

Universal Volcano BayTM

Refurbishments:

  • During the fall and winter season, Volcano Bay is closed on select dates. Check calendar to confirm park hours.

Universal Orlando Permanent Closures

  • Dragon Challenge (IOA): Closed permanently Sept. 5, 2017
  • Terminator 2®: 3D: Closed permanently Oct. 9, 2017
  • A Day in the Park with Barney: Closed permanently March 16, 2020
  • Fear Factor Live: Closed permanently Nov. 1, 2021
  • Shrek 4-D: Closed permanently Jan. 10, 2022
  • Universal's Superstar Parade: Closed permanently June 4, 2022
  • Curious George Goes to Town: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
  • DreamWorks Destination: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
  • Fievel's Playland: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
  • Meet Shrek and Donkey: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
  • Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
  • Poseidon's Fury: Closed permanently May 10, 2023

 SeaWorld® Orlando Refurbishments

Refurbishments:

  • None

SeaWorld Orlando Permanent Closures

  • Happy Harbor closed for the opening of Sesame Street Land in 2019.
  • Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin ride closed for Penguin Trek, which opened in July 2024.
  • Wild Arctic ride closed in 2020.

LEGOLAND Florida Closures

Refurbishments: 

  • Coastersaurus
    CLOSED until December 2024
  • The Great LEGO Race
    CLOSED Oct. 7-11, 2024

Peppa Pig Theme Park Refurbishments: 

  • None

*Please Note: All refurbishments & closings are subject to change without notice.

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Jul 7, 2024 at 12:01 a.m.
Lynnnea Says...

Hello,

I know there is no way to know when the royal hall will re open, but wondering from past experience do characters usually get placed elsewhere in the park if their permanent home is closed? I will have 2 very disappointed little girls if we can’t find Anna and Elsa. Thank you so much for your time!

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Jul 7, 2024 at 9:32 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lynnea!

Anna and Elsa's Royal Sommerhus at EPCOT is currently open!

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Jul 7, 2024 at 4:35 p.m.
Lynnea Says...

Hello,

That is great for people visiting Disney world , but we’ll be in California. Do they usually have the characters moved elsewhere?

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Jul 9, 2024 at 8:58 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lynnea!

We have a separate post for refurbishments at Disneyland. While Anna and Elsa's Royal welcome will be closed for refurbishment, at DCA, you might see them elsewhere in the park. Since the closures are in the future, we don't know where they might be, but you can usually find them in the app or ask a cast member. We have run into them in Disneyland Park at Royal Hall. Hope this helps!

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May 22, 2024 at 2:30 p.m.
Rob Says...

Hi everyone. Haven't visited Orlando parks for 7 years now from UK but planning a trip when work finishes end of the year. Have always done Orlando end of Nov till mid Dec before it gets busy. But this year our holidays don't start till Jan & Feb. Still want to travel, just bothered that maybe big rides will close for maintenance while it's quiet. Can anybody shed any light on whether this is a common thing at Florida parks ? Thanks.

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May 22, 2024 at 10:54 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rob!

Yes, there can be regular maintenance and refurbishments during the slower periods. At Disney World, it's usually Kali River Rapids from January to February or March. Test Track will be getting an update starting in June, but we don't know how long that will take, so it could still be down in early 2025.

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Apr 5, 2024 at 3:59 p.m.
Kristen Says...

Hi! I see you have put no refurbishments scheduled for Grand Floridian... but we are all wondering when the lobby is going to be torn apart and I am hearing there is a ton of construction.

Does this mean the lobby will be postposed until after summer?

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Apr 8, 2024 at 3:40 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kristen!

Thanks for the heads up. There has been an ongoing general refurbishment hoppening so we've gone ahead and added it, but the exact timeline is unknown.

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Feb 14, 2024 at 6:49 p.m.
Kim Says...

At Sea World Orlando the orca stadium is under construction. So there is no big show. They have a presentation at the underwater viewing area which is not the same. I was there February 7 and 8th. There were a lot of people in the park who were unaware like me that there was no big stadium show.

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Feb 14, 2024 at 2:26 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kim!

Thanks for the heads up!

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Feb 1, 2024 at 7:42 p.m.
Heather Says...

I noticed it says Disney All Star Movie Resort's Fantasia Pool will be unavailable from January 2024 through April 2024. However, it will actually be closed from January 2025 through April 2025. Just a heads up :-)

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Feb 1, 2024 at 2:36 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Thank you, Heather! We've updated it.

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Dec 4, 2023 at 4:31 p.m.
Lisa Says...

Will Tianas Bayou Adventur be open in May 2024. Is there even a small chance. Also when is country bear jamboree expected to close

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Dec 4, 2023 at 10:34 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lisa!

At this time, we do not know a specific timeline for either the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure or the refurbishment of Country Bear Jamboree, but we will update here once confirmed!

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Mar 2, 2023 at 6:18 p.m.
Chris Smith Says...

The MK list is missing Splash Mountain (being rethemed to Tiana's Bayou Adventure).

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Mar 2, 2023 at 12:36 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Chris!

We did move Splash Mountain into our Permanent Closures list, but just to avoid any confusion, we've added it back into our Refurbishments section. Thanks for your feedback!

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Oct 17, 2022 at 6:57 p.m.
Crystal Says...

You should take off the Happily Ever After show from the Permanent Closures for WDW. Because at D23 they announced that Happily Ever After will come back next year.

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Sep 16, 2022 at 4:53 p.m.
Heather Says...

We have planned a trip to Universal for the end of this month to celebrate my daughter’s 11th birthday. One of the highlights would have been to ride the Hogwart’s Express between the parks. That’s the only reason that we bought park to park tickets.???? At least we have time now to cancel or reschedule our trip, but her 11th birthday only happens once.???? Thanks for the heads up!

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Sep 14, 2022 at 8:20 a.m.
ROY Morgan Says...

When will the transport all restart in the Disney parks from car parking? Orlando.

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Sep 14, 2022 at 9:49 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Roy!

The parking trams have returned at Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, but are still not in service for EPCOT or Hollywood Studios. Disney had previously stated that all parking trams would return throughout this year.

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Aug 23, 2022 at 6:57 a.m.
Michelle Says...

Hi, we live in New Zealand and want to visit Orlando next January. We have previously been to Disneyland LA and purchased a 10 day pass offered to NZ & Australia. Is there anything like that for Disney World? I’m pretty sure I’ve heard of something similar on offer for UK visitors. Thanks for any advice.

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Jun 15, 2022 at 5:02 p.m.
paulette moore Says...

Hi there, wondering if guest can meet and hug Peter pan in the magic kingdom yet or any word when that might be back. thanks

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Jun 22, 2022 at 10:15 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Paulette!

We just found out that Peter Pan will be returning to Magic Kingdom for greetings on July 10!

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Jun 16, 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Paulette!

We're not toadally sure when Peter Pan will start greeting guests inside Magic Kingdom again. But we have seen him stop by Disney's Port Orleans - Riverside. We don't know if that's a common occurrence but we saw him last month while we were there.

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Aug 4, 2021 at 6:08 p.m.
Sue Says...

I thought Stitch's Great Escape closed permanently. It's not listed on the Disney World website for Magic Kingdom attractions, not even for "schedule unavailable" list.

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Aug 4, 2021 at 1:43 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sue!

Yes, Stitch's Great Escape has permanently closed. We've updated its status from "seasonal operations" to "permanently closed" under the Permanent Closures section.

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Jul 29, 2021 at 11:57 a.m.
James Reynolds Says...

This was excellent information to know.......but I received it 4 days into my trip, so it didn't help us for Disney. There were quite a few attractions closed there. We didn't know that there would be no meet and greets (so unfortunately I couldn't get a pic with my/our favorite characters). To those that are reading this comment, there are mini parades with at least one character running about every hour, characters coming out on balconies, and some stages characters come out onto.

For Universal, this information was very helpful. It came on the same day we were going there. :-)

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Jul 27, 2021 at 4:47 p.m.
Duane W Richards Says...

You show: "Winter Summerland Miniature Golf remains closed at this time". However, we just got back from Orlando, and the Disney Winter Summerland course was open and operational. We had a lot of fun there!

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Jul 27, 2021 at 12:09 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Duane!

Glad you had lots of fun! Thanks for the heads up — we've updated the post.

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Jul 4, 2021 at 2:59 p.m.
Theresa Says...

If we purchased tickets through you for Seaworld, do we have to make a reservation for the day we want to go?

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Jul 6, 2021 at 8:07 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Theresa!

Since you've purchased tickets through us, you do not need a reservation for SeaWorld!

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Apr 11, 2021 at 9:39 a.m.
Lorena Says...

Thanks for Always providing useful information! This info to us very helpful .

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Apr 11, 2021 at 2:13 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

You are so welcome, Lorena - thank you for hopping by to share with us! We'll continue to keep this post updated as we learn more.

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Mar 30, 2021 at 11:53 a.m.
Claudia Says...

Thank you so much for the Info.

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Mar 30, 2021 at 11:01 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

You are so welcome, Claudia! :)

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Dec 18, 2020 at 9:44 p.m.
Jennifer Says...

Thank you undercover tourist for all the pandemic guidance!

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Dec 15, 2020 at 1:48 a.m.
Barb Says...

Any news about why port Orleans still has no date for reopening? I have thought I heard from a reliable source it will be a dvc .

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Dec 15, 2020 at 1:23 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Barb!

No news on our end, but we'll be sure to update if we hear anything!

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Dec 10, 2020 at 3:55 a.m.
Kelly Says...

Thank you for all the good info! It makes planning a breeze.

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Oct 21, 2020 at 1:55 p.m.
Jo B Says...

It is wonderful to have such a good resource on what is happening at the parks.

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Oct 20, 2020 at 3:23 p.m.
Shoshannah Harrison Says...

As of now, at Art of Animation, the Big Blue Pool refurbishment is scheduled for January 11, 2021 through early April 2021.

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Oct 20, 2020 at 10:42 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Thanks for letting us know, Shoshannah! We've adjusted the dates :)

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Oct 20, 2020 at 2:35 p.m.
Karen S Says...

Great information. Trying to figure out our next Disney vacation

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Aug 27, 2020 at 12:26 p.m.
Lori Smith Says...

Is the update about the Epcot monorail current? We will be there at the end of October and staying and the Poly. It would be great if the Epcot monorail was up and running.

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Aug 31, 2020 at 5:28 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lori!

As of now, the monorail to EPCOT is not running, and it looks like the monorail at the Poly will be closed temporarily in October (though the specific dates are TBD). We've adjusted our guide accordingly! We'll continue to update as we hear more, so keep checking back prior to your trip!

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Jul 21, 2020 at 5:35 p.m.
Red Says...

Hello There! I just wanted to say, Rivers of Light is now permanently closed too.

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Jul 21, 2020 at 1:02 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Red!

Thanks so much for letting us know - we'll get this updated ASAP!

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Mar 3, 2020 at 1:55 p.m.
Octavia Jones Says...

Will there be any closures during march 29-april 2, 2020.

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Mar 3, 2020 at 11:56 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Octavia!

As of right now, refurbishments during that time may include Kali River Rapids and the monorail. This is subject to change, so keep hopping back! We update this every week with any new developments.

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Jan 19, 2020 at 9:17 p.m.
Jamet Says...

Does anyone know if any of the football players or and celebrities go at certain times of the year or any TV shows that will be there were so you find these listings?

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Dec 20, 2019 at 2:40 a.m.
Angela Says...

We will be going next fall either in October or November, but I was wondering with Halloween being on a Saturday if they will have the Halloween Party that whole weekend or if Sunday they will be switching to Christmas? Also how quick do they get the castle lite for Christmas before the christmas party starts there?

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Dec 23, 2019 at 10:26 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Angela!

We will not have the Halloween party information until possibly late spring, unfortunately. We will be sure to keep you updated as we hear more! Usually there is a Halloween Party on Halloween Night. The good news is that the Oogie Boogie Bash will return for 2020 and takes place at Disney California Adventure. Since that park usually closes earlier, maybe we will get a Saturday night Halloween Party! Christmas will not start until the first or second weekend in November.

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Oct 29, 2019 at 5:19 a.m.
Belinda Says...

I am so upset with all of these refurbishments. I have been saving for this trip for a year and a half and now have to deal with this. It is mine and my daughters first trip there and I'm worried after the holiday season they are going to start even more refurbishments. We are scheduled to visit Jan.14-22. I know just being there will be exciting but this sure puts a damper on a maybe once in a lifetime trip for us.

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Jan 3, 2020 at 4:09 a.m.
Ma belle Says...

Belinda..the things you are missing you probably wouldn't enjoy during this time frame. This is when I've gone in the past (to escape the northern cold) and I would recommend a sweatshirt light jacket most days. It's not as busy as other times and your trip of a lifetime will be just that! Enjoy your daughter and every small and large magical moment :)

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Oct 19, 2019 at 4:46 a.m.
tiffany Says...

hello, we will be visiting nov 24-29th. since the monorail isn't working fully will we be directed to which transportation to use after parking to visit MK? If I remember correctly the other parks, the parking lot is right by(not needing to take another mode to get there)

also I had read on another site that during busy season, which we will be there during one, that they can close the park not allowing in guests. I'm guessing this will only happen if you decide to go later in the day. ours plans are to get there when the park opens in not earlier.

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Oct 21, 2019 at 8:46 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Tiffany!

If you'll be driving and parking at Magic Kingdom, you'll need to take either the boat or monorail back to the parking lot - so if the monorail is out of order at that location, you'd be instructed to hop on the boat. Hope this helps!

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Oct 15, 2019 at 11:55 p.m.
Rebecca Says...

I don't know exactly when Spaceship Earth will be closed for refurb, but sadly I won't make it back to Epcot to ride it one last time before it changes for good.

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Sep 27, 2019 at 9:05 p.m.
Ian beaton Says...

Hi can anybody help we have book to go on the 8th February 2021 is it true that most of the good rides will be closed

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Sep 30, 2019 at 12:25 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Ian!

We unfortunately don't have the refurbishment dates that far out just yet, but based on past years' seasonal closures, you can expect that some of the water rides, such as Kali River Rapids and Splash Mountain, may be closed for seasonal repairs. We'll continue to update this thread as we know more!

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Sep 24, 2019 at 11:55 a.m.
jill estes Says...

Will any of the Magic Kingdom attractions or animation resort be affected on 12/8/19? Thank you in advance for your assistance!

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Sep 24, 2019 at 3:07 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jill!

As of right now, everything looks to be up as normal at both Magic Kingdom and Art of Animation! Things, of course, can change, so we recommend that you keep hopping back for updates.

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Sep 22, 2019 at 6:27 a.m.
brian Says...

Its our Golden Wedding Anniversary, and I'm inviting any suggestions for a special celebration as we'll have our 2 grandchildren with us too. We're not so mobile as our several visits many years ago now!, but curious if there are any Disney/Universal add-ons that would make this visit even more memorable...

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Sep 23, 2019 at 3:41 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Brian!

First of all, congratulations! That is certainly something to celebrate :) At Universal, you can get a free celebratory button, for starters! We’d suggest that you walk by the Mystic Fountain to let it know that you’re celebrating. It’ll probably improvise and say something special! At Disney World, you can also get a button, and it might be a nice memento to get some fresh celebratory ears :) We'd also suggest a dinner together as a family at a park of your choosing or even Disney Springs - be sure to let them know when booking that it's your anniversary, and let your server know upon being seated, as well! Some other add-ons include VIP tours, and don't froget to add on photo packages at both parks to keep those memories with you! Others in the Frog Pond may have some suggestions, as well. Have a wonderful time!

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Sep 7, 2019 at 3:20 p.m.
Beth Says...

I understand that Mickey will no longer be at the Town square theatre (as of Sept 30)? Is this correct or is it that Minnie will no longer be with him (or no longer the birthday outfits)? I also see they stopped the character spot at Epcot too. We go the week of October 7, only hitting Magic Kingdom and Epcot, where can we get pictures with Mickey?

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Sep 9, 2019 at 12:16 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Beth!

In the past, this has just been a meet-and-greet for Mickey, so our best guess is that after Sept. 30, it'll go back to just Mickey without his fun confetti celebration outfit. The Character Spot in Epcot is closing temporarily to make way for some changes, but we unfortunately don't have an estimated re-opening date just yet. Be sure to get a Times Guide when you enter to see if he'll be popping up somewhere else! (We'll also update this post as soon as we know more.)

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Jun 29, 2019 at 3:33 p.m.
Gail hatch Says...

Rumor is that a small world will close. I hope this is not true. It is loved by so many, especially my family. It will be very upsetting if the rumor is true. Can you confirm?

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Jul 1, 2019 at 8:18 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Gail!

We have not heard any news about its a small world closing (and would be really surprised if that were true!) We think it's safe :)

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May 30, 2019 at 9:46 a.m.
Emma Aitken Says...

We are arriving 26 jan till 9 feb 2020

Will splash mountain be closed for refurbishment on these dates ?

Thank you.

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Jul 12, 2019 at 2:08 p.m.
brooke Says...

we will be there then too!!! so excited

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May 31, 2019 at 9:55 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Emma!

Unfortunately, refurbishment details haven't been released just yet. While the timeframe is generally about the same each year, sometimes the exact dates can shift a little, so we aren't able to say for certain. We've got our eyes and ears open!

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May 20, 2019 at 12:30 p.m.
RBR Says...

Hi there,

we have heard reports that there is refurb work being done on the Art of Animation hotel lobby etc. We are staying there in early July '19 and wondered whether this is true and if they would impact upon our stay there.

Cheers

RBR

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May 20, 2019 at 2:51 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

It looks like the flooring in the lobby is being replaced in several stages through September 7th, so it may overlap with your stay. However, because this is being done in stages, we don't anticipate it being much of an intrusion. (In fact, Disney doesn't even have this listed in their general refurbishment list). Be sure to let us know! Have a frogtastic trip!

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Apr 18, 2019 at 7:39 p.m.
Chris Says...

Do you have any idea when the Hogwarts Express is finished maintenance? We are going July 9 and it was the major reason we chose park to park tickets. Thank you!

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Apr 19, 2019 at 2:59 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Chris!

To our knowledge, this refurbishment is just a one-day refurb, so it should be back up and running on 5/8 ... no impact on your trip! :)

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Apr 17, 2019 at 6:56 p.m.
Sarah Says...

Do you know when the refurbishment will start at Saratoga Springs Resort? Any ideas as to which areas they will start with?

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Apr 18, 2019 at 7:54 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sarah!

No dates have been released just yet (only that it will be happening shortly, most likely late 2019 into 2020/2021), but as soon as we have something firm, we'll be sure to update!

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Apr 9, 2019 at 10:19 p.m.
Kathy Says...

I don't see it listed, but I believe that the Jurassic Park ride at Universal is currently closed for refurb as it is being turned into Jurassic World, any idea as to whether it will be re-opened by the beginning of August?

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Apr 9, 2019 at 5:54 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kathy!

Universal Studios Hollywood will be opening Jurassic World: The Ride (the refurbishment of the former Jurassic Park ride), but Orlando's Jurassic Park River Adventure is still up and running as usual. We don't know the opening date yet, but as soon as we know more, we'll be sure to update!

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Mar 19, 2019 at 6:39 p.m.
Kelly Says...

Hi, we are visiting Disneyworld from November 3rd for two weeks, we were wondering if Typhoon Lagoon will be the water park that is open at this time of year as we’ve noticed in past years that Disney have swapped which water park is open during this time of year.

Thank you!

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Mar 19, 2019 at 3:57 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kelly!

You're correct! If we go by past schedules, it should be Typhoon Lagoon that is open in November, as it typically goes through its refurbishment from January - March, while Blizzard Beach gets spruced up from October - January.

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Mar 12, 2019 at 5:11 a.m.
Alex Says...

Going to Disney world from May 11 to May 17? What are the chances that tomorrow land speedway and Rafikis Planet watch will be open?

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Mar 12, 2019 at 8:20 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Alex!

Unfortunately, the most up-to-date information that we have is that Rafiki's Planet watch will re-open in "spring", and that Tomorrowland Speedway will be open mid-May. We'll be sure to add updates as we receive them!

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Mar 5, 2019 at 2:03 a.m.
Sue Says...

With the new select your date tickets at Walt Disney World, do you have to go to a park the first day you select? We are going to be there 6 days and I want to purchase a 5 day ticket. I am not sure if we are over tired from our flight we might not want to go that first day but will go the following 5 days? this is confusing.

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Mar 5, 2019 at 8:33 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sue!

That's correct - when selecting your date for tickets, you'll need to choose the date you think you'll enter the parks. If you DO end up skipping a day, I'd suggest heading to the ticketing booth (if you're purchasing directly from Disney) to see if they can help adjust the ticket for you.

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Feb 28, 2019 at 3:18 p.m.
Dan Says...

Does admission to Universal Orlando also include the Harry Potter portion? I've been given mixed messages. Thank you!

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Feb 28, 2019 at 3:17 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Dan!

This depends on which ticket you purchase. Universal Studios is comprised of two parks: Islands of Adventure (where the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is located) and Universal Studios. If the ticket says "1 park," you can either go to Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios, but not both in the same day; if you have a 2-park ticket, you can go to both parks in the same day. (We have a hoppin' deal right now where you can get a 2 day, 2 park ticket to Universal, plus 2 additional days FREE!)

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Feb 20, 2019 at 6 p.m.
Ben Doveer Says...

What is the best time for a Holiday (Christmas) visit to WDW? What about the time between Christmas and New Year?

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Feb 21, 2019 at 3:01 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Ben,

These are the very busiest times of the year to visit. Earlier in December is better, although this year with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, we expect it will be busier all month.

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Feb 20, 2019 at 3:55 p.m.
Leah Says...

Do you have any idea when all the rooms at the All Star Movies Resort will be some? We are going at the beginning of April 2019 and hope construction will be done and to have the new rooms. Thanks

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Feb 20, 2019 at 10:52 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Leah!

The room updates at All Star Movies are still going on, though there's no end date available to the public. It never hurts to give the resort a call and request a finished room! They look beautiful -- enjoy your trip!

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Feb 8, 2019 at 12:35 p.m.
Rhonda Sheerin Says...

I am shortly booking with you accommodation at Art of Animation plus Disneyworld tickets. Could you please tell me if I still get the free shuttle bus from the airport to the hotel and can I purchase a Memory Maker through you.

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Feb 8, 2019 at 8:11 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rhonda,

Yes, you can use Disney's Magical Express if you purchase with us. Here are more details. You would need to purchase Memory Maker directly through Disney.

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Feb 1, 2019 at 2:05 p.m.
Camila Says...

Hello!

We´re planning a trip to WDW on late April - beginning of May/2020 and we want to stay on Pop. Do you guys think the hippy dippy pool will already be open again? I´m not sure what Disney considers early spring lol Thanks in advance!

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Feb 1, 2019 at 9:52 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Camila!

Unfortunately, they haven't released the exact date (or month) to know what Disney means by "early spring" for the Hippy Dippy pool refurb. We'll update this list as soon as we know more!

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