All Events, Closures and Refurbishments at Disneyland during June, August, September and December of 2016, 2021 and 2023
June 2016 | ||
January 2015 - N/A | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Muppet*Vision 3D closed indefinitely. The theater has been renamed the Sunset Showcase. From July 1- August 14 the theater will host a preview of Pete's Dragon. |
Nov. 16 - TBA | Tomorrowland : Disneyland Park | Season of the Force Star Wars overlay, featuring Star Wars Launch Bay, Hyperspace Mountain, Path of the Jedi, and Star Wars-inspired foods at The Galactic Grill. |
Jan. 10 - Jul. 29 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Rivers of America Attractions Disneyland Railroad and most Rivers of America attractions (including Fantasmic!) are closed temporarily to make room for the construction of the new Star Wars land. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has re-opened. Fantasmic! opens on July 17. Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia and Disneyland Railroad reopen on July 29. |
Apr. 11 - Jun. 09 | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | Silly Symphony Swings Refurbishment |
May. 06 - Jun. 12 | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Sneak Peak of Alice Through the Looking Glass Starting on May 6, the preview of "Alice Through the Looking Glass" will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Sunset Showcase Theater (formerly Muppets Theater). |
May. 13 - Jun. 17 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Grad Nites Grad Nites are a private event taking place at Disney California Adventure on select nights in May and June from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The dates for 2016 are: May 13, 14, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 31 June 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 15, 17 DCA closes at 9:00 p.m. on all party evenings. |
May. 16 - Jun. 09 | Adventureland : Disneyland Park | Tarzan's Treehouse Refurbishment |
Jun. 16 | Resort Wide : Disneyland Resort | Shanghai Disneyland Grand Opening The grand opening of Shanghai Disneyland on June 16 will be celebrated at the Disneyland Resort. Details have not yet been released. |
Jun. 16 - Aug. 13 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Disneyland All-American College Band This talented group of college students performs Tuesdays-Sundays for about 10 weeks during the summer. Performances are in various areas in both parks, and include a jazz set as well as marching band performances. |
Jun. 17 | Condor Flats : Disney California Adventure | Soarin' Around the World Opens Soarin' Around the World, with a new film featuring spectacular aerial scenes from all over the world, opens on June 17, 2016. |
August 2016 | ||
January 2015 - N/A | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Muppet*Vision 3D closed indefinitely. The theater has been renamed the Sunset Showcase. From July 1- August 14 the theater will host a preview of Pete's Dragon. |
Nov. 16 - TBA | Tomorrowland : Disneyland Park | Season of the Force Star Wars overlay, featuring Star Wars Launch Bay, Hyperspace Mountain, Path of the Jedi, and Star Wars-inspired foods at The Galactic Grill. |
Jan. 10 - Jul. 29 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Rivers of America Attractions Disneyland Railroad and most Rivers of America attractions (including Fantasmic!) are closed temporarily to make room for the construction of the new Star Wars land. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has re-opened. Fantasmic! opens on July 17. Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia and Disneyland Railroad reopen on July 29. |
Jun. 16 - Aug. 13 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Disneyland All-American College Band This talented group of college students performs Tuesdays-Sundays for about 10 weeks during the summer. Performances are in various areas in both parks, and include a jazz set as well as marching band performances. |
Jul. 01 - Aug. 14 | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Sneak peek of Pete's Dragon at Sunset Showcase Theater This sneak peek of the movie features in-theater special effects. |
Aug. 08 - Aug. 26 | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | King Triton's Carousel Refurbishment |
Aug. 22 - Sep. 08 | New Orleans Square : Disneyland Park | Haunted Mansion Short refurbishment to apply the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay for the Halloween and Christmas seasons. Re-opens on September 9. |
Aug. 22 - Sep. 29 | Main Street, U.S.A. : Disneyland Park | Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln Refurbishment. |
Aug. 29 - Sep. 01 | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Twilight Zone Tower of Tower Refurbishment |
September 2016 | ||
Jan. 10 - Jul. 29 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Rivers of America Attractions Disneyland Railroad and most Rivers of America attractions (including Fantasmic!) are closed temporarily to make room for the construction of the new Star Wars land. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has re-opened. Fantasmic! opens on July 17. Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia and Disneyland Railroad reopen on July 29. |
Aug. 22 - Sep. 08 | New Orleans Square : Disneyland Park | Haunted Mansion Short refurbishment to apply the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay for the Halloween and Christmas seasons. Re-opens on September 9. |
Aug. 22 - Sep. 29 | Main Street, U.S.A. : Disneyland Park | Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln Refurbishment. |
Aug. 29 - Sep. 01 | Hollywood Land : Disney California Adventure | Twilight Zone Tower of Tower Refurbishment |
September 1 - 4 | Resort Wide : Disneyland Resort | Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend September 1-4. Events include the Health and Fitness Expo, Kids Races, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. The 5K, 10K, and Kids Races are sold out, but registration is still open for the half marathon and the Dumbo Double Dare. |
Sep. 06 - Sep. 08 | Tomorrowland : Disneyland Park | Hyperspace Mountain Closed for seasonal conversion to Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy. Ghost Galaxy opens September 9, and runs through October 31. |
Sep. 06 - Sep. 28 | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | Ariel's Undersea Adventure Closed for refurbishment |
Sep. 06 - Oct. 02 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | AP Days at Disney California Adventure AP Days will take place at Disney California Adventure from September 6-October 2. Special events for Annual Passholders include Disney character appearances, a series of AP buttons and recipe cards (a new one each Monday while supplies last), color/crafting opportunities for kids, and special merchandise. |
Sep. 09 - Oct. 31 | Resort Wide : Disneyland Resort | Halloween Time Special decorations, food items, and character costumes in both theme parks. The Haunted Mansion gets its seasonal makeover to Haunted Mansion Holiday. |
Sep. 11 - Sep. 15 | Paradise Pier Hotel : Hotels | Paradise Pool and Spa Closed for refurbishment |
Sep. 12 - Sep. 14 | Adventureland : Disneyland Park | Indiana Jones Adventure Closed for refurbishment |
Sep. 12 - Sep. 18 | Toontown : Disneyland Park | Donald's Boat Closed for refurbishment |
Sep. 19 - Sep. 21 | Toontown : Disneyland Park | Gadget's Go Coaster Refurbishment |
Sep. 23 - Oct. 31 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mickey's Halloween Party Takes place at Disneyland Park on 17 selected nights on September and October, starting on September 23 with the final party on October 31. This not-so-scary Halloween party is a fun-filled evening for the whole family. In addition to trick-or-treating around the park, costumed character greetings, and Mickey's Halloween Party Character Cavalcade, the event also provides exclusive viewing of the Halloween Screams fireworks show. New this year: the Headless Horseman rides on Main Street prior to the Character Cavalcade. |
Sep. 26 - Sep. 27 | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | Goofy's Sky School Refurbishment |
December 2016 | ||
Jan. 10 - Jul. 29 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Rivers of America Attractions Disneyland Railroad and most Rivers of America attractions (including Fantasmic!) are closed temporarily to make room for the construction of the new Star Wars land. Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island has re-opened. Fantasmic! opens on July 17. Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes, Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia and Disneyland Railroad reopen on July 29. |
Sep. 11 - Sep. 15 | Paradise Pier Hotel : Hotels | Paradise Pool and Spa Closed for refurbishment |
http://land.allears.net/blogs/dnews/2016/09/new_merriment_coming_to_the_di.html - Jan. 08 | Resort Wide : Disneyland Resort | Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Festive decorations resort-wide, including Christmas trees and gingerbread houses. Holiday parade and fireworks show in Disneyland, and the new World of Color - Winter Dreams and Festival of Holidays celebration in Disney California Adventure. Holiday themed versions of Jungle Cruise, Haunted Mansion, and "it's a small world". Special treats and menu items in both theme parks. Meet and Greet opportunities with holiday costumed characters and Santa Claus. Ice skating rink in Downtown Disney. |
Nov. 10 - Jan. 08 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Festival of Holidays Celebrate holidays around the world from November 10, 2017-January 7, 2018. Daily activities around Disney California Adventure include festival themed food and beverage booths, performances by guest musical groups, and the returning Viva Navidad! celebration. |
Nov. 10 - Jan. 08 | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | World of Color - Season of Light This new World of Color show celebrates the season with holiday music and memorable moments from Disney animated movies. |
Nov. 11 - Jan. 01 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Paint the Night Parade The Paint the Night Parade will return to Disneyland on select nights during the holiday season. Performance dates are currently on the Disneyland calendar are November 18-27, December 2-4, December 9-11. It's expected that the parade will run daily from December 16-January 1. |
Dec. 03 - Dec. 04 | Main Street, U.S.A. : Disneyland Park | Candlelight Processional The Christmas story told in music and readings from the Bible. Featuring a mass choir, full orchestra, and guest narrator, performed from the Main Street Train Station. Performance times and narrators are TBD. |
June 2021 | ||
May. 30 - No details available | Downtown Disney : Downtown Disney | Downtown Disney West End Closures The following Downtown Disney locations closed in preparation for the construction of a proposed new hotel which has since been canceled. No details on what might be going into the now available retail spaces. AMC Theaters ESPN Zone Rainforest Cafe |
2019 - Early 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (DLR) The first major Mickey-themed ride-through attraction, is coming to Disneyland’s Mickey’s Toontown in Early 2023 as part of the reimagination of Mickey’s Toontown. The ride will be housed in the El CapiTOON Theater, where Mickey and Minnie are premiering their newest short, Perfect Picnic. |
March 14th, 2020 - July 25th, 2022 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage closed for refurbishment on March 14th, 2020. It will reopen on July 25th, 2022. |
Jun. 04 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Avengers Campus -- Grand Opening |
August 2021 | ||
2019 - Early 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (DLR) The first major Mickey-themed ride-through attraction, is coming to Disneyland’s Mickey’s Toontown in Early 2023 as part of the reimagination of Mickey’s Toontown. The ride will be housed in the El CapiTOON Theater, where Mickey and Minnie are premiering their newest short, Perfect Picnic. |
March 14th, 2020 - July 25th, 2022 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage closed for refurbishment on March 14th, 2020. It will reopen on July 25th, 2022. |
September 2021 | ||
2019 - Early 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (DLR) The first major Mickey-themed ride-through attraction, is coming to Disneyland’s Mickey’s Toontown in Early 2023 as part of the reimagination of Mickey’s Toontown. The ride will be housed in the El CapiTOON Theater, where Mickey and Minnie are premiering their newest short, Perfect Picnic. |
March 14th, 2020 - July 25th, 2022 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage closed for refurbishment on March 14th, 2020. It will reopen on July 25th, 2022. |
December 2021 | ||
2019 - Early 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (DLR) The first major Mickey-themed ride-through attraction, is coming to Disneyland’s Mickey’s Toontown in Early 2023 as part of the reimagination of Mickey’s Toontown. The ride will be housed in the El CapiTOON Theater, where Mickey and Minnie are premiering their newest short, Perfect Picnic. |
March 14th, 2020 - July 25th, 2022 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage closed for refurbishment on March 14th, 2020. It will reopen on July 25th, 2022. |
Oct. 4, 2021 - Nov. 10th, 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Tarzan's Treehouse Tarzan's Treehouse will close for refurbishment beginning October 4th, 2021. Disney has revealed that the attraction is being rethemed to an adapted version of the original Swiss Family Treehouse concept that Walt and his Imagineers envisioned in 1962. |
Nov. 11 - Dec. 9 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | 2021 Disney Merriest Nites |
Nov. 11 - Dec. 4 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | "it's a small world" Holiday "it's a small world" Holiday is reportedly closed due to flooding. It is expected to reopen December 4th, 2021. |
Nov. 14, 2021 - Jan. 9, 2022 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | 2021 Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure |
June 2023 | ||
Oct. 4, 2021 - Nov. 10th, 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Tarzan's Treehouse Tarzan's Treehouse will close for refurbishment beginning October 4th, 2021. Disney has revealed that the attraction is being rethemed to an adapted version of the original Swiss Family Treehouse concept that Walt and his Imagineers envisioned in 1962. |
January 9th - January 18th | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | "it's a small world" Holiday "it's a small world" Holiday will close January 9th, 2023 to reopen as "it's a small world" |
February 17th, 2023 - Tiana’s Palace Restaurant will replace this location | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | French Market This Disneyland restaurant closed permanently on February 17th, 2023, in order to make way for the NEW Tiana’s Palace restaurant. The new spot will feature food inspired by Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. |
April 3rd - Jul. 01 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close for refurbishment starting April 3rd, 2023. A reopening date has not been announced at this time. |
April 17, 2023 - June 2nd | Fantasyland : Disneyland Park | Matterhorn Bobsleds Starting April 17th, 2023, the Matterhorn Bobsleds will be CLOSED for refurbishment |
February 17th, 2023 - TBA | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mint Julep Bar The Mint Julep Bar is also closed as Disneyland works on Tiana’s Palace, but it’s going to reopen as part of the new restaurant. |
April 2023 - September 5th | New Orleans Square : Disneyland Park | Fantasmic! During a spring performance of Fantasmic! in Disneyland, the Maleficent dragon (who is supposed to breathe fire during the show) caught on fire. After the incident, the show was suspended indefinitely and Disney released a statement that it would temporarily suspend fire effects at select shows GLOBALLY “out of an abundance of caution.” |
June 5th, 2023 - June 30th | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Peter Pan's Flight Peter Pan's Flight will close for refurbishment starting on June 5th |
May 29th - July 2nd | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Boudin Bread Cart Boudin Bread Cart in Disney California Adventure's Pacific Wharf is closed May 29th, 2023 with a reopening date on July 2nd, 2023. |
May 31st - Late 2024 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on May 31st, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024. |
May 31st - July 2nd | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Pacific Wharf Distribution Co Boudin Bread Cart in Disney California Adventure's Pacific Wharf is closed May 31st, 2023 with a reopening date on July 2nd, 2023. |
September 5th, 2023 - October 31st, 2023 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash After hours party held select nights in September and October. Requires separate ticket. |
August 2023 | ||
Oct. 4, 2021 - Nov. 10th, 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Tarzan's Treehouse Tarzan's Treehouse will close for refurbishment beginning October 4th, 2021. Disney has revealed that the attraction is being rethemed to an adapted version of the original Swiss Family Treehouse concept that Walt and his Imagineers envisioned in 1962. |
January 9th - January 18th | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | "it's a small world" Holiday "it's a small world" Holiday will close January 9th, 2023 to reopen as "it's a small world" |
February 17th, 2023 - Tiana’s Palace Restaurant will replace this location | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | French Market This Disneyland restaurant closed permanently on February 17th, 2023, in order to make way for the NEW Tiana’s Palace restaurant. The new spot will feature food inspired by Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. |
February 17th, 2023 - TBA | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mint Julep Bar The Mint Julep Bar is also closed as Disneyland works on Tiana’s Palace, but it’s going to reopen as part of the new restaurant. |
April 2023 - September 5th | New Orleans Square : Disneyland Park | Fantasmic! During a spring performance of Fantasmic! in Disneyland, the Maleficent dragon (who is supposed to breathe fire during the show) caught on fire. After the incident, the show was suspended indefinitely and Disney released a statement that it would temporarily suspend fire effects at select shows GLOBALLY “out of an abundance of caution.” |
May 31st - Late 2024 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on May 31st, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024. |
September 5th, 2023 - October 31st, 2023 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash After hours party held select nights in September and October. Requires separate ticket. |
June 30th, 2023 - August 31st, 2023 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Rogers - The Musical Rogers: The Musical was first featured in the show Hawkeye. The show started off as a fictional Broadway musical but now it has come to life…for REAL. According to Disney, this new show explores “universal themes of heroism, romance, and self-discovery” and is an “exhilarating and heartfelt experience for Super Hero fans, theater enthusiasts, and families alike.” |
July 5th - September 1st | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Disneyland Monorail The Disneyland Monorail is set to close for refurbishment beginning July 5th, 2023. A reopening date has not yet been announced. |
July 17th - August 18th | Pixar Pier : Disney California Adventure | Toy Story Midway Mania Closed during routine maintenance and refurbishment |
July 24th, 2023 - August 11th, 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mr. Toad's Wild Ride Mr. Toad's Wild Ride will close for refurbishment starting on July 24th |
July 31st - TBA | Grizzly Peak : Disney California Adventure | Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Closed for refurbishment. |
August 14th - August 31st | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion Holiday will close on August 14th, 2023 for it's holiday overlay |
Aug 24th, 2023 - Aug 26th, 2023 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | Paradise Garden Grill Closed for refurbishment. |
September 2023 | ||
Oct. 4, 2021 - Nov. 10th, 2023 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Tarzan's Treehouse Tarzan's Treehouse will close for refurbishment beginning October 4th, 2021. Disney has revealed that the attraction is being rethemed to an adapted version of the original Swiss Family Treehouse concept that Walt and his Imagineers envisioned in 1962. |
January 9th - January 18th | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | "it's a small world" Holiday "it's a small world" Holiday will close January 9th, 2023 to reopen as "it's a small world" |
February 17th, 2023 - Tiana’s Palace Restaurant will replace this location | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | French Market This Disneyland restaurant closed permanently on February 17th, 2023, in order to make way for the NEW Tiana’s Palace restaurant. The new spot will feature food inspired by Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. |
February 17th, 2023 - TBA | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mint Julep Bar The Mint Julep Bar is also closed as Disneyland works on Tiana’s Palace, but it’s going to reopen as part of the new restaurant. |
April 2023 - September 5th | New Orleans Square : Disneyland Park | Fantasmic! During a spring performance of Fantasmic! in Disneyland, the Maleficent dragon (who is supposed to breathe fire during the show) caught on fire. After the incident, the show was suspended indefinitely and Disney released a statement that it would temporarily suspend fire effects at select shows GLOBALLY “out of an abundance of caution.” |
May 31st - Late 2024 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on May 31st, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024. |
September 5th, 2023 - October 31st, 2023 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash After hours party held select nights in September and October. Requires separate ticket. |
July 5th - September 1st | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Disneyland Monorail The Disneyland Monorail is set to close for refurbishment beginning July 5th, 2023. A reopening date has not yet been announced. |
Sept 11th, 2023 - Sept 15th, 2023 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Sailing Ship Columbia Closed for refubishment |
Sept 17th, 2023 - Feb 24th, 2024 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Mark Twain Riverboat Closed for refurbishment. |
Sept 18th, 2023 - Oct 26th, 2023 | Tomorrowland : Disneyland Park | Space Mountain Closed for Refurbishment |
December 2023 | ||
January 9th - January 18th | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | "it's a small world" Holiday "it's a small world" Holiday will close January 9th, 2023 to reopen as "it's a small world" |
February 17th, 2023 - Tiana’s Palace Restaurant will replace this location | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | French Market This Disneyland restaurant closed permanently on February 17th, 2023, in order to make way for the NEW Tiana’s Palace restaurant. The new spot will feature food inspired by Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. |
February 17th, 2023 - TBA | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Mint Julep Bar The Mint Julep Bar is also closed as Disneyland works on Tiana’s Palace, but it’s going to reopen as part of the new restaurant. |
May 31st - Late 2024 | Disneyland Park : Disneyland Resort | Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on May 31st, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024. |
Sept 17th, 2023 - Feb 24th, 2024 | Frontierland : Disneyland Park | Mark Twain Riverboat Closed for refurbishment. |
2023/11/01 - 2024/01/08 | Disney California Adventure : Disneyland Resort | 2023 Disney California Adventure’s Festival of Holidays |