There are lots of changes coming to Disney World and Disneyland in 2023.
We have new restaurants opening up, as well as a pretty major ride closure. And today, January 9th, we have several big changes happening on both coasts.
Several rides and features around Disney World and Disneyland Resort have closed today for refurbishments. We’re gonna go location by location to break down what closed today!
Disney World
Big Thunder Mountain
Big Thunder Mountain in Magic Kingdom closed on January 9th for a brief refurbishment, likely reopening on January 14th.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Kali River Rapids
Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has also closed for refurbishment, This refurb will take significantly longer, reopening in March 2023.
Kali River Rapids
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration closed for refurbishment with a reopening date of January 28th, 2023.
For the First Time in Forever (Frozen Sing-along)
Feature Pool and Whirpool Spa
The Feature Pool and Whirlpool Spa at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be closed for refurbishment through early April 2023.
Contemporary Resort (Deluxe Resort)
Meadow Swimmin’ Pool
Meadow Swimmin’ Pool and whirlpool spa at Disney’s Fort Wilderness will be closed for refurbishment from January 9th, 2023 through early April 2023,
Fort Wilderness Campground
Disneyland
Indiana Jones Adventure
Indiana Jones Adventure has closed for refurbishment, with a reopening timeline set for some time in “spring 2023.”
Indiana Jones Adventure
Grizzly River Run
Grizzly River Run has also closed for refurbishment, with no current reopening date set.
Grizzly River Run
The Disney Gallery
The Disney Gallery has also closed for a brief refurbishment, with a reopening set for January 26th, 2023.
Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland has also closed, with a reopening date of January 25th, 2023.
Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
“it’s a small world” Holiday
“it’s a small world” Holiday has also closed, which will reopen as the traditional “it’s a small world.”
“it's a small world”
Stay tuned to AllEars for all the latest Disney closure news! And make sure to check out our refurbishment and closure calendar to keep track of the latest news.
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