Disney World ride closures, resort refurbishments, transportation updates, and temporary closings for 2026 and 2027.
Last Updated: June 8, 2026
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.
These are the major Walt Disney World ride closures, resort refurbishments, and transportation updates currently listed for 2026 and 2027.
| Location | Closure / Refurbishment | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Kingdom | Big Top Souvenirs | Closed February 20, 2026 | Expected to reopen later in 2026 |
| Magic Kingdom | Pete’s Silly Sideshow | Closed January 4, 2026 | Reopening date not announced |
| Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress | Temporarily unavailable beginning July 6, 2026 | Expected to reopen in 2027 |
| Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Railroad | Modified route currently in operation | Operating between Main Street station and Fantasyland station only |
| Hollywood Studios | Vacation Fun - An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie | Closed April 29, 2026 | Expected to reopen later in 2026 |
| Disney Springs | Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique | Temporarily unavailable | Reopening date not announced |
| Disney Transportation | Disney Skyliner | January 24-30, 2027 | Closed for refurbishment. Bus service available |
| Disney Golf | Lake Buena Vista Golf Course | Temporarily closed through October | Renovation work in progress |
| Disney Resort Hotels | Multiple resort refurbishments | 2026-2027 | See resort hotel refurbishment section below |
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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.
Do you know of any Walt Disney World closures or planned refurbishments that we are missing? Please send us an email.
Note: Our listings are only for refurbishments that will likely have an impact on the majority of guests. Routine guest room updates and furniture changes are considered standard maintenance unless they are part of a full-scale remodel.
Work is taking place at Jambo House from May 2026 through January 2027. Guests may see or hear construction. Amenities will remain available.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Turf Club Bar and Grill and The Turf Club Lounge will undergo refurbishment from mid-March 2026 through early September 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Refurbishment dates are not always final. Weather, construction timelines, operational needs, and maintenance issues may cause Disney to extend, shorten, or change a closure.
Some resort refurbishments may affect views, walking paths, pools, restaurants, transportation, or daytime noise. Disney usually keeps most resort amenities available during planned work.
When the Disney Skyliner is closed for refurbishment, Disney usually provides complimentary bus service between affected resorts and theme parks.
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