The Disneyland Resort’s got a lot going on, including some upcoming closures you should be aware of.
The Disneyland Resort’s 70th anniversary celebrations begin this month, starting on May 16th, 2025, and going until Summer 2026. Guests should get excited for some special shows, experiences, and more 70th anniversary celebrations — but it’s not all sunshine and roses. We’re going over attractions that will be CLOSED in May.
This May, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure will have a combined 10 attractions closed for refurbishment. They are as follows:
Disneyland Park
“it’s a small world” — Reopening April 9th, 2025
The world-famous “it’s a small world” has undergone a lengthy refurbishment for several months now and is FINALLY set to return on May 9th, 2025.
After switching from its holiday overlay, when “it’s a small world” reopens, it’ll feature Dante and Miguel from Pixar’s Coco in the Mexico part of the ride.
"it's a small world"
A Walt Original from the 1964 NY World's Fair
Chip ‘n’ Dale’s GADGETcoaster — Closed May 19th Through June 12th, 2025
The popular family coaster Chip ‘n’ Dale’s GADGETcoaster will be closed until June 13th, per the Disneyland calendar.
This Toontown attraction is part of a larger land refurbishment.
Matterhorn Bobsleds — Closed Throughout May
The Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction is closing in May, and it might not reopen for a while.
The Matterhorn closed for refurbishment on May 5th and a reopening date has yet to be announced.
Matterhorn
Jerky roller coaster bobsled ride through Matterhorn Mtn., more tight turns than drops. Watch out for the abominable snowman!
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room — Closed Throughout May
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland closed in April for a multi-month refurbishment.
This attraction will get touch-ups on its lighting, sound, and show systems, and currently does not have a posted reopening date.
Enchanted Tiki Room
Enchanted birds entertain.
Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, The Disney Gallery, and Walt Disney — A Magical Life — Opening July 17th, 2025
Nearly a year after its announcement, Walt Disney — A Magical Life is set to debut on July 17th, 2025.
That show will have a solo run of its own for an unknown amount of time before it joins a rotating schedule with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln in the Main Street Opera House. Neither Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln and The Disney Gallery in the same building has an official reopening date yet.
Meet Tinker Bell in Pixie Hollow — Closed Indefinitely
No shocker here, but you still can’t Meet Tinker Bell in Pixie Hollow. The attraction is still featured on the Disneyland website, but we’re getting the feeling that it’s now defunct.
A replacement or reopening date has not been announced.
Disney California Adventure
Sorcerer’s Workshop — Reopening May 16th, 2025
Sorcerer’s Workshop is undergoing a short refurbishment, but will be open for the second half of the month
This interactive workshop will reopen on May 16th, 2025.
Sorcerer's Workshop
Interactive exhibits, e.g. creating your own animation, determining what Disney character is most like you.
Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome — Reopening May 16th, 2025
Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome will also reopen on May 16th.
This meet-and-greet was briefly closed for a few weeks but makes its return just in time for the 70th anniversary celebrations.
We’ll continue to keep you posted on all kinds of Disneyland news, so stay tuned right here at AllEars for all the latest updates!
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