Disney Parks

From Walt Disney World Resort to Disneyland Paris and everything in between! Here’s the latest information on the beloved Disney Parks.

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    2 September
    Sebastian the crab sculpture nestled in a shell with orange construction barriers out front, displayed outdoors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. The whimsical setup signals exciting refurbishments coming to this beloved Disney destination in 2027.

    Disney Confirms Widespread Refurbishment for Art of Animation in 2027

    Disney just shared the dates for the Art of Animation room refurbishment. Sixteen months. Every room. Some context. Look, finding a Walt Disney World Resort hotel without construction on it right now is a genuine challenge. Disney's Beach Club just piled lobby work on top of exterior maintenance running into 2027. The BoardWalk is still rebuilding its entertainment district. Yachtsman Steakhouse c

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  • 2 September
    A bronze statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse stands in front of Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom Park. Disney World ferryboat

    2028 Shutdown Confirmed for Walt Disney World Resort

    If you've got a Walt Disney World trip penciled in for late January 2028, here's something to add to your planning checklist: the Disney Skyliner is going down for refurbishment again, and this time it's sticking around a little longer than usual. This is actually becoming a bit of a tradition. The Skyliner took a break from January 25 through January 31, 2026, and there's already a closure locked

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  • 1 September
    Mexico pavilion at EPCOT

    Disney Ropes off Mexico Area at EPCOT, Effective September 1

    Now that the Oaxacan wood carving stand in the Mexico World Showcase Pavilion pyramid at EPCOT is officially closed, all traces of the former merchandise location have disappeared. Additionally, Walt Disney World Resort has roped off the nearby interactive Kidcot stop. Closure in the Mexico Pavilion Pyramid at EPCOT In late August, Disney Fanatic reported that cast members had confirmed the perman

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  • 1 September
    Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom

    Physical Battery Reported at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park on September 1

    Law enforcement was called to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park on Tuesday afternoon following a reported battery incident. Details of the Reported Incident The Orange County Sheriff's Office logged the call at 12:47 p.m. on September 1, describing the incident as “Battery (Unwanted Touching or Striking Someone)” at an address along Restaurantosaurus Road, situated near the former Din

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  • 1 September
    Guests ride Tiana's Bayou Adventure

    Disney to Shut Down Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, But This May Only Be the Beginning

    Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is going offline at Walt Disney World, but this may not be the refurbishment that completely fixes the troubled Magic Kingdom attraction. Disney has confirmed that the ride will close November 2, 2026. Tiana’s Bayou General Store and Critter Co-Op will close at the same time. Disney expects the attraction to return sometime in December. That means the project will likely la

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  • 1 September
    Sleeping Beauty Castle illuminated at night inside Disneyland Park at Disneyland Paris.

    Disneyland To Close Main Street Location Beginning September 28

    A familiar stop for sweet treats on Main Street, U.S.A., is on its way out at Disneyland Park, with an indefinite closure set to take effect just weeks from now. Weekend-Only Hours Kick Off First Disneyland Paris Resort is gradually preparing guests for the change. Beginning September 7, both The Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlour and The Ice Cream Company — located along Main Street, U.S.A. — will sca

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  • 1 September
    a family enters their hotel room at a walt disney world resort hotel

    Disney World Resort Closure Begins, Will Stretch Through November 2026

    A lengthy refurbishment has begun at one Walt Disney World Resort hotel, and some guests won't see the affected area reopen before their vacations end. Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa has closed both of its clay tennis courts for resurfacing. The project started in late August and will continue through November 2026, creating an extended closure that could affect guests across several month

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  • 1 September
    Stormalong Bay Beach and Yacht Club

    Disney’s Beach Club Construction Continues Through Late 2027

    Disney's Beach Club just added another refurbishment. The lobby this time. And that is not even the one you should care about. Some context. Look, finding a Walt Disney World Resort hotel without a construction wall on it right now is genuinely hard. Maintenance cycles, deferred work catching up, bigger reimaginings, take your pick. Crescent Lake has been busy. The monorail loop has been busy. The

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  • 1 September
    Mickey Mouse with family at Chef Mickey restaurant inside Contemporary hotel

    Disney World Restaurants Locked In for 2027: 6 New Locations Coming to Parks and Resorts

    Walt Disney World is packing a lot into 2027, and food is becoming a surprisingly big part of those plans. Guests already have major park expansions and a new Disney resort to look forward to. Those projects will bring new experiences across the property, but Disney isn't stopping with attractions and hotel rooms. Six new dining locations are also on the way. Some will give park guests quick place

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  • 1 September
    Boardwalk entrance with iconic gold lettering welcomes guests; visitors and cars pass beneath, ready for fun and entertainment.

    Disney World Reveals Food and Drinks for New BoardWalk Lounge Hurly-Burly

    Disney finally released the menus for Hurly-Burly. There are meatballs, miso-caramel doughnuts, and ten cocktails. Some context. Look, JellyRolls ran for nearly 30 years on the west end of Disney's BoardWalk, doing something that nothing else on property tried. No characters. No IP. Two pianos and a room full of adults screaming requests. It closed in spring 2025. Not dead, though. JellyRolls anno

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