Planning a Walt Disney World trip? This updated guide tracks current Disney World ride closures, refurbishments, expected reopening dates, and major attraction opening timelines across Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Disney World resorts.
If you are trying to avoid closed rides during your trip, start with the current closures table below. We update this page regularly as Disney confirms refurbishment schedules, reopening dates, and new attraction timelines.
Last verified: April 18, 2026. Attraction schedules can change, so always confirm final operating status with Walt Disney World before your trip.
Disney World Closures at a Glance
- Currently closed: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Big Top Souvenirs, Frontierland Railroad Station, Pete’s Silly Sideshow, Impressions de France / Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, The Diamond Horseshoe, Refreshment Port, and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
- Next expected reopening: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad on May 3, 2026, with other reopening dates listed below.
- Big upcoming openings: Soarin’ Across America, Bluey’s Wild World, Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster retheme, and Tropical Americas projects.
- Important note: Disney can change ride closure and reopening dates, so this page is best used as a planning guide, not a final operational guarantee.
Current Ride Closures and Anticipated Reopen Dates
This list of Disney World closures is current as of April 18, 2026.
| Attraction / Location | Park / Area | Status & Dates | Expected Reopening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Thunder Mountain Railroad | Magic Kingdom | Closed January 6, 2025 | May 3, 2026 |
| Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon | Water Park | Closed February 15, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
| Big Top Souvenirs | Magic Kingdom | Closed February 20, 2026 | TBD 2026 |
| Disney Skyliner | Transportation | Closing January 24, 2027 | January 30, 2027 |
| Frontierland Railroad Station | Magic Kingdom | Closed July 7, 2025 | TBD (shuttle mode only) |
| Pete’s Silly Sideshow | Magic Kingdom | Closed January 4, 2026 | Late 2026 |
| Impressions de France / Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along | EPCOT | Closed February 22, 2026 | May 10, 2026 |
| The Diamond Horseshoe Restaurant | Magic Kingdom | Closed January 12, 2026 | TBD Fall 2026 |
| Refreshment Port | EPCOT | Closed January 12, 2026 | TBD 2026 |
New Attractions and Opening Timelines (2026–2027)
| New Attraction / Land | Park / Location | Opening Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Soarin’ Across America | EPCOT | May 26, 2026 |
| Bluey’s Wild World | Animal Kingdom | May 26, 2026 |
| Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (Muppets retheme) | Hollywood Studios | May 26, 2026 |
| The Magic of Disney Animation | Hollywood Studios | Summer 2026 |
| Drawn to Wonderland | Hollywood Studios | Summer 2026 |
| Tropical Americas (Pueblo Esperanza) | Animal Kingdom | Late 2027 |
| Encanto dark ride | Animal Kingdom | 2027 |
| Indiana Jones Adventure | Animal Kingdom | 2027 |
| Disney Lakeshore Lodge | Resort (Bay Lake) | 2027 |
Disney World Resort Refurbishment Schedule (2026–2027)
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort (Grand Floridian Cafe) — Closes mid-July 2026 through October 2026
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge (Exterior work) — August 5, 2024 through late 2026
- Bay Lake Tower (Resort) — September 2024 through 2027
- Bay Lake Tower (Bay Cove Pool) — January 26, 2026 through May 2026
- Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside (Room refurbishments) — April 2025 through Summer 2027
- Saratoga Springs Treehouse Villas — Completes mid-September 2026
- Saratoga Springs (Turf Club) — Renovations complete mid-September 2026
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas Jambo House — May 2026 through January 2027
- Yacht and Beach Club Resorts (Room refurbishments) — January 2025 through 2027
- Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort (Surfboard Bay pool) — January 2026 through late April 2026
- Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort (Room refurbishments) — Late May 2026 through TBD
- Disney’s BoardWalk Inn (Luna Park Pool and Leaping Horse Libations) — January 11, 2027 through April 2027
- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort (Yachtsman Steakhouse and Crew’s Cup Lounge) — May 11, 2026 through August 2026
Future, Delayed, and Cancelled Disney World Projects
- Wondrous China (Show, EPCOT) — TBD
- New Monsters Inc. Land (Land, Hollywood Studios) — TBD
- Monsters Inc. Laugh Factory Door Ride (Ride, Hollywood Studios) — TBD
- New Disney Villains Land (Land, Magic Kingdom) — TBD
- 2 new Cars rides (Magic Kingdom) — TBD
New Zootopia Land (Animal Kingdom)Changed to Tree of Life showNew Encanto Land (Magic Kingdom)Effectively moved to Animal Kingdom- New Coco Land (Magic Kingdom) — Status uncertain
Play PavilionRumored cancelledNew Main Street U.S.A. live theaterCancelledMary Poppins AttractionPostponed indefinitelyBeatrixRestaurant cancelled
Attractions and Areas Already Closed or Scheduled to Close
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (Ride, Hollywood Studios) — Closed March 1, 2026
- Dinosaur (Ride, Animal Kingdom) — Closed February 1, 2026
- Cool Ship (Restaurant, Magic Kingdom) — Closed May 19, 2025
- Trilo-Bites and Dino-Bites (Restaurants, Animal Kingdom) — Closed October 20, 2025
- Star Wars Launch Bay (Exhibit, Hollywood Studios) — Closed September 25, 2025
- Animation Courtyard (Area, Hollywood Studios) — Closed September 25, 2025
- Tom Sawyer Island (Area, Magic Kingdom) — Closed July 6, 2025
- Aunt Polly’s (Restaurant, Magic Kingdom) — Closed July 6, 2025
- Liberty Belle Riverboat (Ride, Magic Kingdom) — Closed July 6, 2025
- The Boneyard (Play area, Animal Kingdom) — Closed September 1, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin reopen?
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom is currently expected to reopen on April 8, 2026.
When will Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopen?
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom is currently expected to reopen in May 2026, although Disney can still change refurbishment timelines.
Is DinoLand U.S.A. still open?
No. DinoLand U.S.A. began its phased permanent closure in 2026 to make way for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.