I'm sorry, folks. In September, Disney is closing down 12% of its rides at this one park, and you might want to rethink your vacation plans. Here's why.
Disney Park in France To Close Down 12% of Rides in September
Imagine walking through the gates of Disneyland Paris, expecting a magical day packed with adventure, only to find out your favorite attractions are offline—and not just for a few hours. Some are closed for days. Others? Disney hasn’t even given a reopening date.
That nightmare may become reality for thousands of parkgoers this September. A sweeping refurbishment schedule recently published on the official Disneyland Paris website reveals that several iconic rides will be temporarily—or indefinitely—shut down just as families and tourists prepare for fall getaways.
So, which attractions are vanishing from the lineup, and why now?
Here’s What’s Closing—and for How Long
The following list comes straight from Disneyland Paris’ latest refurbishment calendar, and it’s a hefty one:
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Space Mountain: Closed September 1–2
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Peter Pan’s Flight: Closed September 1–19
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril: Closing September 22 — no reopening date announced
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Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups: Closing September 22 — no return date listed
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Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing: Closed all of September
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Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast: Closed until the end of 2025
Disneyland Paris Refurbishment Update for September 2025: – Space Montain: 1-2 Sep – Peter Pan’s Flight: 1-19 Sep – Indiana Jones: 22 Sep – no reopening date yet – Tea Cups: 22 Sep – no reopening date yet – Riverboat Landing: closed all month – Buzz Lightyear: closed until end of year
🔧 Disneyland Paris Refurbishment Update for September 2025:
– Space Montain: 1-2 Sep
– Peter Pan’s Flight: 1-19 Sep
– Indiana Jones: 22 Sep – no reopening date yet
– Tea Cups: 22 Sep – no reopening date yet
– Riverboat Landing: closed all month
– Buzz Lightyear: closed until end… pic.twitter.com/EPkjfTYvl0— DLP Report (@DLPReport) July 8, 2025
While Space Mountain’s brief downtime may not raise eyebrows, the extended or indefinite closures of family favorites like Peter Pan and Buzz Lightyear—and thrill ride staples like Indiana Jones—have already begun reshaping guests' plans.
Buzz Lightyear’s Year-Long Closure Leaves a Big Gap
The most disruptive change may be the extended shutdown of Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast, a flagship attraction in Discoveryland. With its indoor setup, family-friendly gameplay, and consistent appeal, Buzz Lightyear was a go-to option for rainy days, large groups, and parents with small kids.
Now, with the ride gone through at least the end of 2025, guests will have to adjust. That’s likely to increase wait times for remaining Discoveryland rides like Star Tours and Autopia, not to mention create frustration for families banking on this experience.
Indiana Jones and the Tea Cups Go Dark—With No End in Sight
The closures of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril and Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups are even more mysterious. Disney hasn’t released any reopening timeframe for either ride, raising speculation among fans about more than just routine maintenance.
Could we be looking at full ride overhauls? New theming? Or is this simply a matter of infrastructure updates? As of now, Disney’s staying silent—but the uncertainty leaves plenty of room for guesswork and concern.
Is This the Beginning of Something Bigger?
While refurbishments are normal in the off-season, the timing, scale, and vagueness of these closures suggest something more. Disney has been investing heavily into updates across its global parks, and Disneyland Paris is no exception. It’s possible these closures are part of a larger renovation initiative—potentially linked to the park’s long-term expansion goals or future anniversary celebrations.
If so, guests may be witnessing the quiet start of a major transformation. But in the short term, it means trimmed-down attraction lists, more crowded queues elsewhere, and reworked daily itineraries.
What Disney Guests Can Do Now
For travelers heading to Disneyland Paris this fall:
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Check the refurbishments list often; Disney updates it regularly.
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Prioritize open attractions early in your visit to beat crowds.
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Consider adjusting your dates if your favorite rides are impacted.
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Explore live entertainment and seasonal offerings to fill the gaps.
September at Disneyland Paris won’t be business as usual. With beloved attractions closing—some for days, others for the foreseeable future—guests must stay informed and flexible. While the closures may be laying the groundwork for exciting upgrades, they’re sure to cause short-term headaches for visitors expecting the full Disney experience.
Will these mysterious closures pave the way for something magical—or just leave guests stuck in longer lines and shorter memories?
Only time will tell.
