Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule 2026 & 2027

This Walt Disney World refurbishment schedule lists the current ride closures, attraction refurbishments, resort hotel construction, transportation closures, and other planned maintenance that may affect your Disney vacation.

Refurbishment dates are subject to change. Disney may also close attractions without advance notice due to weather, maintenance, technical issues, or operational needs.

Current Walt Disney World Refurbishments at a Glance

These are the major Walt Disney World ride closures, resort refurbishments, and transportation updates currently listed for 2026 and 2027.

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• Magic Kingdom Refurbishments
• EPCOT Refurbishments
• Animal Kingdom Refurbishments
• Hollywood Studios Refurbishments
• Disney Springs Closures
• Disney Transportation Refurbishments
• Disney Golf Course Refurbishments
• Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishments
• Terms and Descriptions
• Walt Disney World Refurbishment FAQ

There is nothing worse than planning around a specific Disney attraction, then arriving and finding out it will be closed during your stay.

Below is a list of Walt Disney World rehab and refurbishment schedules expected in the upcoming weeks and months. You cannot plan for sudden closures, but you can manage expectations by checking this list before your Disney vacation.

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• Big Top Souvenirs - Closed in Storybook Circus on February 20, 2026 and is expected to reopen later this year.
• Pete’s Silly Sideshow - Closed in Storybook Circus on January 4, 2026. Disney has not confirmed the scope of the work, but the extended timeframe points to a sizable project involving the large tent structures.
• Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress - To prepare for the next version of this ever-progressing attraction, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress will be temporarily unavailable beginning on July 6, 2026. We expect the attraction to reopen in 2027.
• Walt Disney World Railroad - To make way for the largest expansion in history at Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad is operating under a modified route that excludes Frontierland station. The attraction now operates as a shuttle between Main Street station and Fantasyland station only.

• None at this time.

• None at this time.

• Vacation Fun - An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie - Closed from April 29, 2026 until later this year.

• Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique - Temporarily unavailable.

• None at this time.

• None at this time.

• From January 24, 2027 through January 30, 2027, the Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.

• Lake Buena Vista Golf Course at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa is temporarily closed for renovations through October. Views from some rooms overlooking the golf course may be impacted until the work is complete. The Golf Shop will remain open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the work. Golf cart pathways will be closed during the renovation.

• Animal Kingdom Villas

  Work is taking place at Jambo House from May 2026 through January 2027. Guests may see or hear construction. Amenities will remain available.

• Animal Kingdom Lodge
• All-Star Movies

  Beginning in May 2026, refurbishment work will take place at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. Donald’s Double Feature merchandise shop will undergo a phased refurbishment through late August and will remain open during this work. Guest rooms will also undergo planned refurbishment through January 2027. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area, and alternate paths of travel may be in place.

• All-Star Music
• All-Star Sports
• Art of Animation
• Bay Lake Tower - Disney’s Contemporary Resort

  Through late 2027, refurbishment work will occur in phases throughout select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, including Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower atrium. Main Tower exterior maintenance may impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours.

• Beach Club Resort
• BoardWalk Resort & Villas

  From January 11, 2027 to April 2027, the Luna Park Pool, Luna Park Crazy Play Area, and Leaping Horse Libations will be closed for routine maintenance.

• Caribbean Beach Resort
• Contemporary Resort

  Through late 2027, refurbishment work will occur in phases throughout select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, including Bay Lake Tower and the Main Tower atrium. Main Tower exterior maintenance may impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours.

• Coronado Springs Resort
• Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

  Meadow Swimming Pool Expansion: Construction began in early May for an additional pool at the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool area. The tennis court will be refreshed to accommodate tennis and pickleball. The Meadow Swimmin’ Pool and Wilderness Swimmin’ Pool remain open.

  Campfires and wood-burning activities temporarily not permitted: Due to dry conditions in Central Florida, campfires at campsites and wood-burning activities are temporarily not permitted. Resort-sponsored activities will continue as scheduled.

  Erosion control work along the sidewalk on Peacock Pass will occur through mid-September. Alternative travel routes will be in place.

• Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  Beginning in mid-July, Grand Floridian Cafe will temporarily close for a refresh and is expected to reopen in October 2026.

  Refurbishment work will continue in select areas through mid-2026. Most pools, dining, and other amenities will remain available.

  The Grand Floridian porte cochere will undergo maintenance in phases through spring 2027.

• Old Key West

  Hospitality House exterior maintenance work is taking place through early June 2026. Guests may see or hear work during daytime hours and may be directed to take alternate paths of travel at times.

• Polynesian Village Resort, Bungalows, & DVC Tower

  Through 2026, some areas of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows are being refurbished. This includes the front entrance roadway and bus area.

  From May 11 through late June, the boat dock will undergo routine maintenance. Boat transportation will be suspended from May 11 through June 5.

  From mid-April through late June, Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace will be temporarily closed due to refurbishment work at the Grand Ceremonial House.

• Pop Century Resort
• Port Orleans French Quarter
• Port Orleans Riverside

  From early May 2025 through August 2027, guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort - Riverside will undergo refurbishment in phases. Guests may see or hear work in the area.

• Riviera Resort
• Saratoga Springs

  The Turf Club Bar and Grill and The Turf Club Lounge will undergo refurbishment from mid-March 2026 through early September 2026.

  • Early April-late July 2026: The Turf Club Lounge. The Turf Club Bar and Grill remains open with a pop-up bar serving a modified Lounge menu.
  • Late July-mid-August 2026: The Turf Club patio.
  • Mid-August-early September 2026: The Turf Club Bar and Grill. The Turf Club Lounge remains open.

  Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs are being refurbished through mid-September 2026.

  On March 23, 2026, work began to convert one tennis court into 4 asphalt pickleball courts and resurface the remaining tennis court from clay to asphalt. This work is expected to be completed in June. The basketball court will also be closed.

• Wilderness Lodge, Boulder Ridge Villas, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins

  Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge are undergoing exterior refurbishment through late 2026. As part of this work, the security kiosk will be expanded from early April through mid-October. The entrance will remain open, though lane closures may occur at times. Most amenities will remain available, but Guests may notice impacted views in some areas and see or hear construction during daytime hours.

  From mid-April through late July 2026, the boat dock at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo routine maintenance. The dock will be closed and boat transportation temporarily suspended from April 13-May 1.

  From July 2027 through September 2027, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo a general room refurbishment in phases.

• Yacht Club Resort

  2026 Refurbishment Update: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is undergoing visible exterior maintenance through late 2026, which will impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear work in the area during daytime hours until the refurbishment is complete.

  Now through August 2026, Yachtsman Steakhouse is temporarily closed for refurbishment.

• Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

• Seasonal Operation: The attraction only opens during periods of anticipated peak attendance. Check Guest Relations and park guide maps for specific opening and closing times.
• Rehab: The attraction is closed for routine maintenance.
• Refurbishment: The attraction is closed for an extended period for repairs, updates, remodeling, or major maintenance.
• Dark: This term is used when a performance of a stage show is not scheduled.

What rides are closed at Walt Disney World right now?

Current Walt Disney World ride closures and refurbishments are listed by park above. Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs, transportation, golf, and resort hotel updates are separated into sections.

How often does Disney update refurbishment dates?

Disney updates refurbishment and closure dates as projects change. Some dates are announced months in advance, while other closures happen with little or no notice.

Are Walt Disney World refurbishment dates final?

Refurbishment dates are not always final. Weather, construction timelines, operational needs, and maintenance issues may cause Disney to extend, shorten, or change a closure.

Do Disney resort refurbishments affect guests?

Some resort refurbishments may affect views, walking paths, pools, restaurants, transportation, or daytime noise. Disney usually keeps most resort amenities available during planned work.

Will Disney provide transportation during Skyliner closures?

When the Disney Skyliner is closed for refurbishment, Disney usually provides complimentary bus service between affected resorts and theme parks.