January 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Early 2015 - Memorial Day Weekend | Pixar Plaza : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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Apr. 15 - Early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | Oasis Pool (East Pool) Expect noise and construction, possible some pathways blocked. |
2014 - 2016 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | Disney Springs Transformation The multi-year transformation of Downtown Disney into Disney Springs will treat guests to more shopping, dining and entertainment amid open-air promenades, springs and waterfront charm. Disney Springs will feature an eclectic and contemporary mix from Disney and other noteworthy brands, from boutique shops to unique flagship anchor stores.
Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences. |
2014 - May. 31 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Disney Springs Transformation Parking Lots - Entrance 2 - Lots A-G. Loss of parking lot Entrance 2 to Guest/Cast traffic and associated lots A-G in preparation for the construction of Town Center and the East Garage. |
6/2015 - Aug. 30 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Villas Renovation |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Aug. 17 - May. 05 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Boardwalk Inn Exterior repair and painting |
Oct. 04 - Jan. 02 | Blizzard Beach : Water Parks | Blizzard Beach |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
2014 - Through early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | General Construction Around Resort Certain buildings or pathways may be unavailable at certain times. Construction will be taking place throughout the resort. |
2014 - March 2016 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive Expect major traffic. Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that guests use Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 01 - May. 20 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Jan. 03 - Mar. 11 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Schoolyard Sprayground |
Jan. 03 - Mar. 19 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon |
Jan. 03 - Feb. 28 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Path of Travel Guests in some parts of Martinique and Trinidad North may experience some construction noise. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Jan. 04 - Mar. 13 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Jan. 04 - Opens June 17th - FastPass+ Available | Land Pavilion : EPCOT | Soarin' Update and Expansion Another theater is being added, as well as new screens and a projection system bringing a visually enhanced experience. |
Jan. 04 - Jan. 06 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Sandcastle Pool |
Jan. 04 - Jan. 25 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Maharajah Jungle Trek |
Jan. 04 - Feb. 18 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
Jan. 06 - Jan. 08 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Jamaica Pool |
Jan. 06 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | ESPN Arcade and Retail ESPN Club dining not affected. |
January 6 - 10 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna a range of events and races, each pacing through an assortment of exciting locations-including all four theme parks. There's a Family Fun Run 5K on Thursday, January 7, followed by a 10K on January 8, a Half Marathon on January 9 and the full marathon on January 10. For more details on the weekend, visit the runDisney site.
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Jan. 10 - Jan. 14 | Frontierland : Magic Kingdom | Splash Mountain |
Jan. 11 - Jan. 15 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Stormalong Bay Slide |
Jan. 11 - Feb. 29 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Ol' Man Island Pool |
Jan. 11 - Jan. 13 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Martinique Quiet Pool |
Jan. 13 - Jan. 16 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Fuentes del Morroo Pool |
Jan. 18 - Jan. 22 | Liberty Square : Magic Kingdom | Liberty Square Riverboat |
Jan. 18 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Future World West : EPCOT | Habit Heroes |
Jan. 18 - Jan. 22 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Courtyard Pool |
Jan. 19 - Nov. 18 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Pizza Planet PizzeRizzo, themed after the Muppets character Rizzo the Rat, will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location.
The casual Italian-American dining experience will feature pizza and other Italian specialties, with updated indoor and outdoor seating areas, a banquet room, and a special booth designated just for Rizzo's celebrity friends. |
Jan. 20 - Jan. 22 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Grandstand Pool |
Jan. 22 - Aug. 17 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Jan. 25 - Feb. 03 | Adventureland : Magic Kingdom | Magic Carpets of Aladdin |
Jan. 25 - Jan. 28 | All Star Sports : Disney Resorts | Surfboard Pool |
Jan. 25 - Mar. 17 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Warung Outpost |
Jan. 27 - Jan. 29 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad North Quiet Pool |
February 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Early 2015 - Memorial Day Weekend | Pixar Plaza : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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Apr. 15 - Early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | Oasis Pool (East Pool) Expect noise and construction, possible some pathways blocked. |
2014 - 2016 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | Disney Springs Transformation The multi-year transformation of Downtown Disney into Disney Springs will treat guests to more shopping, dining and entertainment amid open-air promenades, springs and waterfront charm. Disney Springs will feature an eclectic and contemporary mix from Disney and other noteworthy brands, from boutique shops to unique flagship anchor stores.
Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences. |
2014 - May. 31 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Disney Springs Transformation Parking Lots - Entrance 2 - Lots A-G. Loss of parking lot Entrance 2 to Guest/Cast traffic and associated lots A-G in preparation for the construction of Town Center and the East Garage. |
6/2015 - Aug. 30 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Villas Renovation |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Aug. 17 - May. 05 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Boardwalk Inn Exterior repair and painting |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
2014 - Through early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | General Construction Around Resort Certain buildings or pathways may be unavailable at certain times. Construction will be taking place throughout the resort. |
2014 - March 2016 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive Expect major traffic. Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that guests use Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 01 - May. 20 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Jan. 03 - Mar. 11 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Schoolyard Sprayground |
Jan. 03 - Mar. 19 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon |
Jan. 03 - Feb. 28 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Path of Travel Guests in some parts of Martinique and Trinidad North may experience some construction noise. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Jan. 04 - Mar. 13 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Jan. 04 - Opens June 17th - FastPass+ Available | Land Pavilion : EPCOT | Soarin' Update and Expansion Another theater is being added, as well as new screens and a projection system bringing a visually enhanced experience. |
Jan. 04 - Feb. 18 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
Jan. 11 - Feb. 29 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Ol' Man Island Pool |
Jan. 18 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Future World West : EPCOT | Habit Heroes |
Jan. 19 - Nov. 18 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Pizza Planet PizzeRizzo, themed after the Muppets character Rizzo the Rat, will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location.
The casual Italian-American dining experience will feature pizza and other Italian specialties, with updated indoor and outdoor seating areas, a banquet room, and a special booth designated just for Rizzo's celebrity friends. |
Jan. 22 - Aug. 17 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Jan. 25 - Feb. 03 | Adventureland : Magic Kingdom | Magic Carpets of Aladdin |
Jan. 25 - Mar. 17 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Warung Outpost |
Feb. 01 - Aug. 03 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Flying Fish Cafe Total redo of the restaurant. |
Feb. 01 - Mar. 18 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Cove Pool |
Feb. 01 - Feb. 04 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Luna Park Pool |
Feb. 01 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Seashore Sweets Closed to make way for a new experience. |
2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
February 1 - 29 | EPCOT | Black History Month Observe Black History Month throughout the month of February with special experiences at the American Adventure Pavilion at Epcot. From historical displays and intriguing artifacts to book signings by Celebrity Chef G. Garvin and best-selling author Terry McMillan, guests can take a stroll through the pages of America's history and learn about the influence of African-American culture. |
Feb. 03 - Feb. 05 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad South Quiet Pool |
Feb. 07 - Jun. 22 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Treehouse Villas Soft Goods Rehab Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Feb. 07 - Apr. 21 | Future World East : EPCOT | Circle of Life |
Feb. 07 - OPEN SEASONALLY | Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Club Disney According to the official Disney website, Club Disney in the Sunset Showcase will be closed beginning February 7. No word on when or whether it will return. The Sunset Showcase will continue to host special events, such as Club Villain, however. |
Feb. 08 - Feb. 26 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Grand Floridian Beach Pool Slide |
Feb. 10 - Feb. 11 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Alligator Bayou Pool #B |
Feb. 16 - Mar. 01 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Bowling Pin Pool |
2/16 - TBA | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Multi-Use Sports and Entertainment Venue ESPN Wide World of Sports has teamed up with the nation's top cheerleading organization, Varsity Spirit, to create a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue, which will include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas are being tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. With the capacity to seat more than 8,000 guests, plus performance and warm-up space, the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue will also be able to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. There will be concessions throughout the building, and an additional box office and entry to the complex. Construction is ongoing until further notice, with intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise along Osceola Parkway/Victory Way. |
Feb. 17 - Feb. 19 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados Quiet Pool |
Feb. 22 - Feb. 26 | Fantasyland : Magic Kingdom | Mad Tea Party |
Feb. 22 - Mar. 17 | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Boneyard |
Feb. 22 - Apr. 15 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Aruba Pool |
Feb. 22 - Feb. 24 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Duck Pond Pool |
Feb. 22 - Mar. 05 | Discovery Island : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Isle of Java |
June 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
6/2015 - Aug. 30 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Villas Renovation |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
2014 - Through early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | General Construction Around Resort Certain buildings or pathways may be unavailable at certain times. Construction will be taking place throughout the resort. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Jan. 04 - Opens June 17th - FastPass+ Available | Land Pavilion : EPCOT | Soarin' Update and Expansion Another theater is being added, as well as new screens and a projection system bringing a visually enhanced experience. |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
Jan. 18 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Future World West : EPCOT | Habit Heroes |
Jan. 19 - Nov. 18 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Pizza Planet PizzeRizzo, themed after the Muppets character Rizzo the Rat, will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location.
The casual Italian-American dining experience will feature pizza and other Italian specialties, with updated indoor and outdoor seating areas, a banquet room, and a special booth designated just for Rizzo's celebrity friends. |
Jan. 22 - Aug. 17 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Feb. 01 - Aug. 03 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Flying Fish Cafe Total redo of the restaurant. |
Feb. 01 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Seashore Sweets Closed to make way for a new experience. |
2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
Feb. 07 - Jun. 22 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Treehouse Villas Soft Goods Rehab Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Feb. 07 - OPEN SEASONALLY | Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Club Disney According to the official Disney website, Club Disney in the Sunset Showcase will be closed beginning February 7. No word on when or whether it will return. The Sunset Showcase will continue to host special events, such as Club Villain, however. |
2/16 - TBA | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Multi-Use Sports and Entertainment Venue ESPN Wide World of Sports has teamed up with the nation's top cheerleading organization, Varsity Spirit, to create a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue, which will include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas are being tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. With the capacity to seat more than 8,000 guests, plus performance and warm-up space, the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue will also be able to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. There will be concessions throughout the building, and an additional box office and entry to the complex. Construction is ongoing until further notice, with intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise along Osceola Parkway/Victory Way. |
Now - Jun. 30 | Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Monorail System The Walt Disney World Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If you plan to use this form of transportation during your visit, check to be sure of the best option available, as alternative transportation options will be available. |
4/2016 - Through Summer 2016 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Routine Roof Maintenance During this time guests may see work in progress. |
Apr. 02 - Sep. 24 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Apr. 02 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Streets of America |
Apr. 03 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion. |
Apr. 03 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mike and Sulley Meet and Greet Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion. |
Apr. 03 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Mickey Avenue : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Prop Shop Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion. |
Apr. 03 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Studio Catering Company Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion. |
Apr. 03 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Watto's Grotto Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion. |
Apr. 04 - Early 2017 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Fulton's Crab House Becomes Paddlefish Paddlefish is set to open Saturday, February 4, 2017. |
Apr. 19 - Summer 2016 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Jamaica Village Pool |
May - Jun. 15 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad pool |
May. 02 - Jun. 16 | China Pavilion : EPCOT | House of Whispering Willows |
May. 31 - Jul. 01 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Martinique pool |
June 2016 | Norway Pavilion : EPCOT | Frozen Ever After and Royal Summerhus Open |
June 2016 | Fantasyland : Magic Kingdom | Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire Castle Show Debuts |
Jun. 08 - Jul. 12 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Boardwalk Inn Garden Suites Accessible Room Refurbishments |
Jun. 17 | Future World West : EPCOT | Soarin' Around the World The new show with new projection screens debuts June 17, 2016. |
Jun. 27 | Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts | Meadow Kiddie Pool Permanent Closure |
July 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
6/2015 - Aug. 30 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Villas Renovation |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
2014 - Through early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | General Construction Around Resort Certain buildings or pathways may be unavailable at certain times. Construction will be taking place throughout the resort. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
Jan. 19 - Nov. 18 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Pizza Planet PizzeRizzo, themed after the Muppets character Rizzo the Rat, will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location.
The casual Italian-American dining experience will feature pizza and other Italian specialties, with updated indoor and outdoor seating areas, a banquet room, and a special booth designated just for Rizzo's celebrity friends. |
Jan. 22 - Aug. 17 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Feb. 01 - Aug. 03 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Flying Fish Cafe Total redo of the restaurant. |
Feb. 01 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Seashore Sweets Closed to make way for a new experience. |
2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
Feb. 07 - OPEN SEASONALLY | Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Club Disney According to the official Disney website, Club Disney in the Sunset Showcase will be closed beginning February 7. No word on when or whether it will return. The Sunset Showcase will continue to host special events, such as Club Villain, however. |
2/16 - TBA | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Multi-Use Sports and Entertainment Venue ESPN Wide World of Sports has teamed up with the nation's top cheerleading organization, Varsity Spirit, to create a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue, which will include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas are being tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. With the capacity to seat more than 8,000 guests, plus performance and warm-up space, the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue will also be able to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. There will be concessions throughout the building, and an additional box office and entry to the complex. Construction is ongoing until further notice, with intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise along Osceola Parkway/Victory Way. |
Now - Jun. 30 | Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Monorail System The Walt Disney World Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If you plan to use this form of transportation during your visit, check to be sure of the best option available, as alternative transportation options will be available. |
4/2016 - Through Summer 2016 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Routine Roof Maintenance During this time guests may see work in progress. |
Apr. 02 - Sep. 24 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Apr. 04 - Early 2017 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Fulton's Crab House Becomes Paddlefish Paddlefish is set to open Saturday, February 4, 2017. |
Apr. 19 - Summer 2016 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Jamaica Village Pool |
May. 31 - Jul. 01 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Martinique pool |
Jun. 08 - Jul. 12 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Boardwalk Inn Garden Suites Accessible Room Refurbishments |
7/2016 - 10/2016 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Sturdy Branches Health Club |
July 3 - 4 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | 4th of July Celebration Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular will start at a special time, 9:30 p.m., both July 3 and 4, to celebrate the 4th of July holiday. |
July 3 - 4 | Magic Kingdom | 4th of July Celebration A 14-minute fireworks spectacular rockets into the air above Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom both July 3 and July 4 at 9 p.m. with "Disney's Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky." |
July 4 - Jul. 04 | EPCOT | 4th of July Celebration |
Jul. 06 - Oct. 24 | Adventureland : Magic Kingdom | Swiss Family Treehouse |
Jul. 11 - Nov. 22 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory During this refurbishment, the Scat Cat Lounge adjacent to the resort lobby will feature some popular dishes, like jambalaya, gumbo, po' boys, and beignets. There will also be a selection of grab 'n' go meals available for purchase. For guests wishing for more selection, bus transportation will be provided from 7 a.m. to midnight to Port Orleans Riverside. In addition, the resort will continue to offer its in-room pizza delivery service from 4 p.m. to midnight daily. The menu includes pizza, hot and cold sandwiches and pasta. |
Jul. 15 - Jan. 31 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment |
Jul. 16 - Jul. 19 | Mickey Avenue : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Walt Disney's One Man's Dream |
Jul. 24 - Jul. 27 | Animation Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Voyage of the Little Mermaid |
Jul. 25 - Nov. 19 | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Dinosaur |
Jul. 25 - Jul. 28 | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | Carousel of Progress |
Jul. 25 - Nov. 19 | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Dino Institute Shop |
August 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
6/2015 - Aug. 30 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Villas Renovation |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
2014 - Through early 2016 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | General Construction Around Resort Certain buildings or pathways may be unavailable at certain times. Construction will be taking place throughout the resort. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
Jan. 19 - Nov. 18 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Pizza Planet PizzeRizzo, themed after the Muppets character Rizzo the Rat, will open this fall in Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios, in the former Toy Story Pizza Planet location.
The casual Italian-American dining experience will feature pizza and other Italian specialties, with updated indoor and outdoor seating areas, a banquet room, and a special booth designated just for Rizzo's celebrity friends. |
Jan. 22 - Aug. 17 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Rehab - Villas Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Feb. 01 - Aug. 03 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Flying Fish Cafe Total redo of the restaurant. |
Feb. 01 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Seashore Sweets Closed to make way for a new experience. |
2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
Feb. 07 - OPEN SEASONALLY | Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Club Disney According to the official Disney website, Club Disney in the Sunset Showcase will be closed beginning February 7. No word on when or whether it will return. The Sunset Showcase will continue to host special events, such as Club Villain, however. |
2/16 - TBA | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Multi-Use Sports and Entertainment Venue ESPN Wide World of Sports has teamed up with the nation's top cheerleading organization, Varsity Spirit, to create a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue, which will include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas are being tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. With the capacity to seat more than 8,000 guests, plus performance and warm-up space, the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue will also be able to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. There will be concessions throughout the building, and an additional box office and entry to the complex. Construction is ongoing until further notice, with intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise along Osceola Parkway/Victory Way. |
Now - Jun. 30 | Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Monorail System The Walt Disney World Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If you plan to use this form of transportation during your visit, check to be sure of the best option available, as alternative transportation options will be available. |
4/2016 - Through Summer 2016 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Routine Roof Maintenance During this time guests may see work in progress. |
Apr. 02 - Sep. 24 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment Soft goods typically consist of design materials including bedding, wall, window and floor coverings and upholstery. |
Apr. 04 - Early 2017 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Fulton's Crab House Becomes Paddlefish Paddlefish is set to open Saturday, February 4, 2017. |
Apr. 19 - Summer 2016 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Jamaica Village Pool |
7/2016 - 10/2016 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Sturdy Branches Health Club |
Jul. 06 - Oct. 24 | Adventureland : Magic Kingdom | Swiss Family Treehouse |
Jul. 11 - Nov. 22 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory During this refurbishment, the Scat Cat Lounge adjacent to the resort lobby will feature some popular dishes, like jambalaya, gumbo, po' boys, and beignets. There will also be a selection of grab 'n' go meals available for purchase. For guests wishing for more selection, bus transportation will be provided from 7 a.m. to midnight to Port Orleans Riverside. In addition, the resort will continue to offer its in-room pizza delivery service from 4 p.m. to midnight daily. The menu includes pizza, hot and cold sandwiches and pasta. |
Jul. 15 - Jan. 31 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment |
Jul. 25 - Nov. 19 | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Dinosaur |
Jul. 25 - Nov. 19 | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Dino Institute Shop |
Aug. 01 - Aug. 07 | Liberty Square : Magic Kingdom | Liberty Square Riverboat |
Aug. 01 - Aug. 10 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Aug. 04 - Sep. 05 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | Art in August Every weekend (Thursday through Sunday), tents will be set up throughout the promenade, with Disney artists and handmade treasures, including jewelry from Jortra and stationary from Boiled Books, and unique keepsakes such as the latest Precious Moments Dolls from doll designer Linda Rick. Painters like Greg McCullough and Darren Wilson will sit alongside niche craftsman selling items that include giftable plants (Petal Pushers), handmade soaps and beauty products (Rinse) and decorative house and garden flags (Swaying in the Breeze). The eclectic Pop Gallery on the West Side will have a booth featuring unique pieces, as will Name Works. On select dates, these artists will be joined by photographer Carlos Cuba, Precious Moments figurine sculptor Hiko Maeda, and game designer Quynh Kimball. Here's a partial list of artists/artisans who will be at Disney Springs this month (subject to change). |
8/8 - 11/19/16 | Frontierland : Magic Kingdom | Big Thunder Mountain Railroad |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 22 | Muppets Courtyard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | MuppetVision 3D |
Aug. 22 - Sep. 15 | Fantasyland : Magic Kingdom | it's a small world |
Aug. 26 - 27 | EPCOT | Pixar Party Trading Event in World ShowPlace. Registration for this annual pin trading event will take place on April 28, 2016. |
December 2016 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
Nov. 30 - CLOSING | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder This show will close to make way for a new show featuring Russell and Dug from "UP!" |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
Early 2016 - Sep. 30 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Hotel The first phase of the Dolphin Hotel room renovations will begin in 2016, with the entire room project currently scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017. |
Unknown | The West Side : Disney Springs | DisneyQuest DisneyQuest at Downtown Disney will close sometime in 2016 to make way for the previously announced new NBA Experience, which will include a restaurant and a store. |
10/26/15 - July 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Hidden Springs Pool Area The Hidden Springs leisure pool, resort beach, playground and recreation fire pit will be unavailable starting October 26, 2015. |
Jan. 03 - Through 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Cub's Den Children's Activity Center |
Early 2015 - Feb. 03 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Planet Hollywood Planet Hollywood will be transformed into a four-story stargazing observatory to "match the design aesthetic of Disney Springs." The interior will feature spherical, planet-shaped lighting fixtures and will create a welcoming atmosphere for fans to celebrate a new generation of superstar entertainers, while retaining the old movie memorabilia. There will be a new outdoor terrace and an outdoor bar space called Stargazers that will feature live entertainment. The main dining room will include a DJ. Planet Hollywood's renovations will be completed in 2016. |
2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
Feb. 07 - OPEN SEASONALLY | Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Club Disney According to the official Disney website, Club Disney in the Sunset Showcase will be closed beginning February 7. No word on when or whether it will return. The Sunset Showcase will continue to host special events, such as Club Villain, however. |
2/16 - TBA | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Multi-Use Sports and Entertainment Venue ESPN Wide World of Sports has teamed up with the nation's top cheerleading organization, Varsity Spirit, to create a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue, which will include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas are being tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. With the capacity to seat more than 8,000 guests, plus performance and warm-up space, the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue will also be able to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. There will be concessions throughout the building, and an additional box office and entry to the complex. Construction is ongoing until further notice, with intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise along Osceola Parkway/Victory Way. |
Now - Jun. 30 | Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Monorail System The Walt Disney World Resort Monorail System is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If you plan to use this form of transportation during your visit, check to be sure of the best option available, as alternative transportation options will be available. |
4/2016 - Through Summer 2016 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Routine Roof Maintenance During this time guests may see work in progress. |
Apr. 04 - Early 2017 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Fulton's Crab House Becomes Paddlefish Paddlefish is set to open Saturday, February 4, 2017. |
Jul. 15 - Jan. 31 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Oct. 02 - Jul. 17 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Villas General resort refurbishments, construction work in multiple areas. Certain pathways and the nature trail will be unavailable.
It was recently announced that construction would also begin soon on new waterfront cabins and deluxe DVC accommodations. In addition to the Disney Vacation Club project, other guest areas within Disney's Wilderness Lodge are scheduled to undergo substantial enhancements and refurbishment, including new recreation and food and beverage options. More information and project details will be shared at a later date. |
Oct. 10 - Dec. 13 | All Star Sports : Disney Resorts | Grand Slam Pool |
Oct. 17 - Dec. 14 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Gasparilla Island Grill Some items available at Mizners on 2nd Floor |
Oct. 23 - Dec. 24 | Blizzard Beach : Water Parks | Annual Refurbishment |
Oct. 31 - Jan. 03 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Computer Pool |
November 7 - Dec. 22 | Magic Kingdom | Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party From 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. during select nights, this annual ticketed event will bring Christmas joy to guests of all ages with festive decorations, towering Christmas trees, and wintry wonderful entertainment. The 2016 dates are: November 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27 and 29; December 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18 and 22. |
Nov. 14 - Dec. 15 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars : A Galactic Spectacular On Seasonal Hiatus |
Nov. 25 - Dec. 30 | American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT | Candlelight Processional |
Nov. 28 - Dec. 01 | Liberty Square : Magic Kingdom | Haunted Mansion |
Spring 2017 - Fall 2017 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel $12M lobby transformation: will remain open throughout the renovation with minimal impact to resort guests. The project is currently scheduled to begin in spring 2017 for completion by fall 2017. |
2016 - May 2017 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Exterior Maintenance and Painting Most work will be done between 9am and 5pm. |
Dec. 07 - Dec. 08 | Frontierland : Magic Kingdom | Splash Mountain |
Dec. 12 - Feb. 03 | All Star Music Resort : Disney Resorts | Piano Pool Guests may use the Calypso Pool near Melody Hall during this refurbishment. |
Dec. 25 - Mar. 11 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon Annual Refurbishment When Typhoon Lagoon reopens on March 12, it will also debut its newest attraction, Miss Adventure Falls. |
January 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Aug. 2015 - JUNE 30, 2018! | Toy Story Land : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Land Construction is under way for the new Toy Story Land that will open in Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 2017 - Mar. 19 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Spyglass Grill This new dining location is set to open in Spring 2018. Located in Trinidad South, it will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of items, including hot breakfast entrees, sandwiches, salads, tacos and beverages. |
Feb. 04 - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 01 - Fall 2018 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Cabana Pool Bar and Calypso Trading Post A variety of dining options will be available for all meals. Centertown will serve breakfast and dinner. Grab 'n' Go options will be available in three island markets: Aruba, Jamaica, and Martinique. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
10/22/17 - 1/7/18 | Blizzard Beach : Water Parks | Blizzard Beach |
Nov. 2017 - Jan. 1, 2018 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Holiday Happenings Around the World |
11/20/17 - Spring 2018 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Beach Pool and Beaches Pool Bar The water play area and the mug refill station will still be available during this refurbishment. |
Jan. 01 - Apr. 22 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder / New UP-Themed Show Flights of Wonder is now closed. A a new show featuring Russell and Dug from Disney Pixar's film "UP" will open spring/summer 2018. This new experience will offer guests the chance to see Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his furry friend Dug as they discover species of birds from around the world in their newest adventure at the Caravan Theater in Anandapur Village. |
Early Jan. - Mid-Jan. 2018 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village : Disney Resorts | Samawati Springs Pool |
Jan. 02 - Feb. 10 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Jan. 02 - Apr. 01 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Duck Pond Pool |
Jan. 3 - 7 | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2018 |
Jan. 06 - Summer 2018 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment A soft goods refurbishment should provide new linens, curtains, flooring and some electronic updates. |
1/7 - 3/18/18 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon |
Jan. 08 - Feb. 01 | Frontierland : Magic Kingdom | Splash Mountain The attraction will close again for additional work. |
Jan 12 - Feb 19 | EPCOT | Epcot Festival of the Arts After a successful first season, Epcot Festival of the Arts returns in 2018! |
Early Jan. - Early Feb. 2018 | American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT | American Adventure |
Mid-Jan. 2018 - TBA | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Big Blue Pool |
Mid-Jan. - Late Jan. 2018 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | High Rock Spring Pool |
Late Jan. - Early Feb. 2018 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Flippin' Fins Pool |
Late Jan. - Mid-Feb. 2018 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Paddock Pool |
Jan. 24 - Jan. 28 | ESPN Wide World of Sports | NFL Pro Bowl Week There are many free and open-to-the-public events, including AFC and NFC football team practices. Fans can also cheer on favorite players as they go against each other at the 2018 Pro Bowl Skills Showdown. The NFL Pro Bowl Experience -- a free, interactive fan zone with fun activities for the whole family -- is open daily at 10 a.m. starting Wednesday. |
February 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Aug. 2015 - JUNE 30, 2018! | Toy Story Land : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Land Construction is under way for the new Toy Story Land that will open in Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 2017 - Mar. 19 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Spyglass Grill This new dining location is set to open in Spring 2018. Located in Trinidad South, it will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of items, including hot breakfast entrees, sandwiches, salads, tacos and beverages. |
Feb. 04 - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 01 - Fall 2018 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Cabana Pool Bar and Calypso Trading Post A variety of dining options will be available for all meals. Centertown will serve breakfast and dinner. Grab 'n' Go options will be available in three island markets: Aruba, Jamaica, and Martinique. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
11/20/17 - Spring 2018 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Beach Pool and Beaches Pool Bar The water play area and the mug refill station will still be available during this refurbishment. |
Jan. 01 - Apr. 22 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Flights of Wonder / New UP-Themed Show Flights of Wonder is now closed. A a new show featuring Russell and Dug from Disney Pixar's film "UP" will open spring/summer 2018. This new experience will offer guests the chance to see Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his furry friend Dug as they discover species of birds from around the world in their newest adventure at the Caravan Theater in Anandapur Village. |
Jan. 02 - Feb. 10 | Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Kali River Rapids |
Jan. 02 - Apr. 01 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Duck Pond Pool |
Jan. 06 - Summer 2018 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment A soft goods refurbishment should provide new linens, curtains, flooring and some electronic updates. |
1/7 - 3/18/18 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon |
Jan. 08 - Feb. 01 | Frontierland : Magic Kingdom | Splash Mountain The attraction will close again for additional work. |
Jan 12 - Feb 19 | EPCOT | Epcot Festival of the Arts After a successful first season, Epcot Festival of the Arts returns in 2018! |
Early Jan. - Early Feb. 2018 | American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT | American Adventure |
Mid-Jan. 2018 - TBA | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Big Blue Pool |
Late Jan. - Early Feb. 2018 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Flippin' Fins Pool |
Late Jan. - Mid-Feb. 2018 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Paddock Pool |
Late Jan. - Early Feb. 2018 | Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts | Meadow Swimmin' Pool |
Early - Mid-Feb. 2018 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Cozy Cone Pool |
Feb. 01 - Feb. 28 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | Lava Pool |
Feb. 03 | Contemporary : Disney Resorts | Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings Showcase A one-day event to help guests plan their perfect Disney wedding. Held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the resort's Convention Center. |
Feb. 04 - TBD | Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Finding Nemo: The Musical |
Feb. 04 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Land Pavilion : EPCOT | Circle of Life |
Feb. 04 - Sep. 02 | Norway Pavilion : EPCOT | Kringla Bakeri og Kafe The refurbishment will enlarge the space and create more seating. While the Bakeri is closed, visit the temporary kiosk called Midnattssol which will sell the spot's most popular items (including School Bread). |
Feb. 10 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | D23's Magical Screening Series: Peter Pan |
Late Feb. - Early March 2018 | All Star Music Resort : Disney Resorts | Calypso Pool |
Mid. - Late Feb. 2018 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Copper Creek Springs Pool |
Mid-Feb. 2018 - Oct. 26 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | World of Disney World of Disney will be "reimagined" in 2018. Work will be completed in phases so guests can continue shopping during construction. Shops in Town Center at Disney Springs, such as Ever After Jewelry Co. or The Disney Corner (opening in mid-February), will carry select merchandise during renovations. |
Now Through - Early 2019 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
Late Feb. - May 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Bowling Pin Pool |
Feb. 22 - 25 | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend |
Feb. 26 - Mar. 18 | Adventureland : Magic Kingdom | Pirates of the Caribbean |
Feb. 26 - Mar. 24 | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Atlanta Braves Spring Training ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is home to 2018 Atlanta Braves Spring Training! |
June 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Aug. 2015 - JUNE 30, 2018! | Toy Story Land : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Land Construction is under way for the new Toy Story Land that will open in Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 01 - Fall 2018 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Cabana Pool Bar and Calypso Trading Post A variety of dining options will be available for all meals. Centertown will serve breakfast and dinner. Grab 'n' Go options will be available in three island markets: Aruba, Jamaica, and Martinique. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
Jan. 06 - Summer 2018 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment A soft goods refurbishment should provide new linens, curtains, flooring and some electronic updates. |
Feb. 04 - Sep. 02 | Norway Pavilion : EPCOT | Kringla Bakeri og Kafe The refurbishment will enlarge the space and create more seating. While the Bakeri is closed, visit the temporary kiosk called Midnattssol which will sell the spot's most popular items (including School Bread). |
Mid-Feb. 2018 - Oct. 26 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | World of Disney World of Disney will be "reimagined" in 2018. Work will be completed in phases so guests can continue shopping during construction. Shops in Town Center at Disney Springs, such as Ever After Jewelry Co. or The Disney Corner (opening in mid-February), will carry select merchandise during renovations. |
Now Through - Early 2019 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
Apr. 1 - July 31, 2018 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Turtle Pond Pool, Turtle Shack Snack Bar and Flying Fish Gameroom |
April 2018 - Fall 2018 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Pool Refurbishments One of the Alligator Bayou leisure pools will be closed for refurbishment, but the feature pool, Ol' Man Island, and four other leisure pools will be available. |
April 2018 - Early 2019 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishments |
May 7 - June 7, 2018 | EPCOT | FriendShip Boat Service FriendShip boat service between Epcot area resorts and Epcot will be suspended while required repairs and maintenance on the bridge near the Dolphin and Swan is performed. Resorts affected include Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Villas, Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts including the Beach Club Villas and Walt Disney World Dolphin and Swan Resorts. During this time, bus service will be provided, and the walking paths will remain open. |
May 8 - June 21, 2018 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | FriendShip Boat Service FriendShip boat service between Epcot area resorts and Disney's Hollywood Studios will be suspended while required repairs and maintenance on the bridge near the Dolphin and Swan is performed. Resorts affected include Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Villas, Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts including the Beach Club Villas and Walt Disney World Dolphin and Swan Resorts. During this time, bus service will be provided, and the walking paths will remain open. |
May. 12 - Jul. 05 | Japan Pavilion : EPCOT | Takumi-Tei Restaurant An all-new table service restaurant will be coming to the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase. The restaurant will be a signature dining experience inspired by the natural beauty of Japan. The setting will draw from both nature and takumi, which means “artisan” in Japanese, and the relationship between Japanese craftsmanship and the natural world will be evident throughout the space. Takumi-Tei will be operated by Mitsukoshi USA, which currently operates the merchandise, restaurants (Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining), and kiosks in the Japan Pavilion. |
May. 25 - Sep. 03 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Incredible Summer Walt Disney World kicks off its Incredible Summer over Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27. Highlights include Donald's Dino Bash at Animal Kingdom, Guardians of the Galaxy - Awesome Mix Live! concert series at Epcot (starts June 9), an Incredibles Dance Party at Magic Kingdom, H2O Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon and more. |
Spring 2018 - Jun. 18 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Palm Golf Course Undergoing regular aeration process and is also getting re-imagined bunkers and improved drainage capabilities. |
June 2018 - Late 2018 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Pepper Market Pepper Market at Coronado Springs Resort will undergo minor refurbishment but will remain in operation during this time. |
June 11 - 18, 2018 | Pixar Plaza : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Midway Mania To prepare for the opening of Toy Story Land on June 30, Toy Story Mania will be closed from June 11-18. When the attraction reopens, you will continue to enter and exit the attraction on Pixar Avenue until Toy Story Land opens. |
June - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, even though most work will not start until after 9 a.m. daily, you may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. |
Now - TBA | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Monorail The monorail is undergoing ongoing refurbishment. As a result, normal service and/or routes may be modified. Alternative transportation options will be available during this time. |
June 18 - Late August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Lake Buena Vista Golf Course The course will operate as a 9-hole course during its refurbishment, which will include the addition of a Mickey-shaped bunker. Also, all of the bunkers will be enhanced, adding new powdery white sand. |
Jun. 21 - Aug. 11 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Disney H2O Glow Nights Special lighting effects will transform the water park as Buzz, Woody and Jessie throw a Beach Party inspired by their friend, "Partysaurus" Rex. This special ticketed event will take place on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 to 11 p.m. and costs $55 for adults and $50 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax). For more information and to purchase tickets, call (407) 939-1872. |
June 25 - Mid-August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Oak Trail Golf Course Oak Trail will receive a Mickey-shaped bunker; also, the greens are being restored to their original size and totally resurfaced using paspalum grass for the first time ever on a Disney putting green. |
July 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
Jan. 06 - Summer 2018 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment A soft goods refurbishment should provide new linens, curtains, flooring and some electronic updates. |
Feb. 04 - Sep. 02 | Norway Pavilion : EPCOT | Kringla Bakeri og Kafe The refurbishment will enlarge the space and create more seating. While the Bakeri is closed, visit the temporary kiosk called Midnattssol which will sell the spot's most popular items (including School Bread). |
Mid-Feb. 2018 - Oct. 26 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | World of Disney World of Disney will be "reimagined" in 2018. Work will be completed in phases so guests can continue shopping during construction. Shops in Town Center at Disney Springs, such as Ever After Jewelry Co. or The Disney Corner (opening in mid-February), will carry select merchandise during renovations. |
Now Through - Early 2019 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
Apr. 1 - July 31, 2018 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Turtle Pond Pool, Turtle Shack Snack Bar and Flying Fish Gameroom |
April 2018 - Fall 2018 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Pool Refurbishments One of the Alligator Bayou leisure pools will be closed for refurbishment, but the feature pool, Ol' Man Island, and four other leisure pools will be available. |
April 2018 - Early 2019 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishments |
May. 12 - Jul. 05 | Japan Pavilion : EPCOT | Takumi-Tei Restaurant An all-new table service restaurant will be coming to the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase. The restaurant will be a signature dining experience inspired by the natural beauty of Japan. The setting will draw from both nature and takumi, which means “artisan” in Japanese, and the relationship between Japanese craftsmanship and the natural world will be evident throughout the space. Takumi-Tei will be operated by Mitsukoshi USA, which currently operates the merchandise, restaurants (Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining), and kiosks in the Japan Pavilion. |
May. 25 - Sep. 03 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Incredible Summer Walt Disney World kicks off its Incredible Summer over Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27. Highlights include Donald's Dino Bash at Animal Kingdom, Guardians of the Galaxy - Awesome Mix Live! concert series at Epcot (starts June 9), an Incredibles Dance Party at Magic Kingdom, H2O Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon and more. |
June 2018 - Late 2018 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Pepper Market Pepper Market at Coronado Springs Resort will undergo minor refurbishment but will remain in operation during this time. |
June - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, even though most work will not start until after 9 a.m. daily, you may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. |
Now - TBA | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Monorail The monorail is undergoing ongoing refurbishment. As a result, normal service and/or routes may be modified. Alternative transportation options will be available during this time. |
June 18 - Late August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Lake Buena Vista Golf Course The course will operate as a 9-hole course during its refurbishment, which will include the addition of a Mickey-shaped bunker. Also, all of the bunkers will be enhanced, adding new powdery white sand. |
Jun. 21 - Aug. 11 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Disney H2O Glow Nights Special lighting effects will transform the water park as Buzz, Woody and Jessie throw a Beach Party inspired by their friend, "Partysaurus" Rex. This special ticketed event will take place on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 to 11 p.m. and costs $55 for adults and $50 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax). For more information and to purchase tickets, call (407) 939-1872. |
June 25 - Mid-August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Oak Trail Golf Course Oak Trail will receive a Mickey-shaped bunker; also, the greens are being restored to their original size and totally resurfaced using paspalum grass for the first time ever on a Disney putting green. |
Jul. 01 - Oct. 20 | Magic Kingdom | Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise |
July - Aug. 25 | American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT | Block and Hans |
Summer - December 2018 | Swan : Disney Resorts | Lobby, Public Spaces, Coffee Bar The $3 million Swan Resort project will take place in phases, in order to remain open to guests throughout the renovation. |
Jul. 03 - Jul. 04 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | 4th of July Celebrations Celebrations take place property wide on July 3rd and 4th. |
July 10 - - 30 | Fantasyland : Magic Kingdom | Prince Charming Regal Carrousel |
Jul. 30 - Aug. 06 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Turf Club Bar and Grill Refurbishment Only the restaurant will be closed; the lounge will be open for beverage service. |
August 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
Jan. 06 - Summer 2018 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Soft Goods Refurbishment A soft goods refurbishment should provide new linens, curtains, flooring and some electronic updates. |
Feb. 04 - Sep. 02 | Norway Pavilion : EPCOT | Kringla Bakeri og Kafe The refurbishment will enlarge the space and create more seating. While the Bakeri is closed, visit the temporary kiosk called Midnattssol which will sell the spot's most popular items (including School Bread). |
Mid-Feb. 2018 - Oct. 26 | The Marketplace : Disney Springs | World of Disney World of Disney will be "reimagined" in 2018. Work will be completed in phases so guests can continue shopping during construction. Shops in Town Center at Disney Springs, such as Ever After Jewelry Co. or The Disney Corner (opening in mid-February), will carry select merchandise during renovations. |
Now Through - Early 2019 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
April 2018 - Fall 2018 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Pool Refurbishments One of the Alligator Bayou leisure pools will be closed for refurbishment, but the feature pool, Ol' Man Island, and four other leisure pools will be available. |
April 2018 - Early 2019 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishments |
May. 12 - Jul. 05 | Japan Pavilion : EPCOT | Takumi-Tei Restaurant An all-new table service restaurant will be coming to the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase. The restaurant will be a signature dining experience inspired by the natural beauty of Japan. The setting will draw from both nature and takumi, which means “artisan” in Japanese, and the relationship between Japanese craftsmanship and the natural world will be evident throughout the space. Takumi-Tei will be operated by Mitsukoshi USA, which currently operates the merchandise, restaurants (Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining), and kiosks in the Japan Pavilion. |
May. 25 - Sep. 03 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Incredible Summer Walt Disney World kicks off its Incredible Summer over Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27. Highlights include Donald's Dino Bash at Animal Kingdom, Guardians of the Galaxy - Awesome Mix Live! concert series at Epcot (starts June 9), an Incredibles Dance Party at Magic Kingdom, H2O Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon and more. |
June 2018 - Late 2018 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Pepper Market Pepper Market at Coronado Springs Resort will undergo minor refurbishment but will remain in operation during this time. |
June - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, even though most work will not start until after 9 a.m. daily, you may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. |
Now - TBA | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Monorail The monorail is undergoing ongoing refurbishment. As a result, normal service and/or routes may be modified. Alternative transportation options will be available during this time. |
June 18 - Late August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Lake Buena Vista Golf Course The course will operate as a 9-hole course during its refurbishment, which will include the addition of a Mickey-shaped bunker. Also, all of the bunkers will be enhanced, adding new powdery white sand. |
Jun. 21 - Aug. 11 | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Disney H2O Glow Nights Special lighting effects will transform the water park as Buzz, Woody and Jessie throw a Beach Party inspired by their friend, "Partysaurus" Rex. This special ticketed event will take place on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 to 11 p.m. and costs $55 for adults and $50 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax). For more information and to purchase tickets, call (407) 939-1872. |
June 25 - Mid-August 2018 | Pandora - The World of Avatar : Disney's Animal Kingdom | Oak Trail Golf Course Oak Trail will receive a Mickey-shaped bunker; also, the greens are being restored to their original size and totally resurfaced using paspalum grass for the first time ever on a Disney putting green. |
Jul. 01 - Oct. 20 | Magic Kingdom | Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise |
July - Aug. 25 | American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT | Block and Hans |
Summer - December 2018 | Swan : Disney Resorts | Lobby, Public Spaces, Coffee Bar The $3 million Swan Resort project will take place in phases, in order to remain open to guests throughout the renovation. |
Jul. 30 - Aug. 06 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Turf Club Bar and Grill Refurbishment Only the restaurant will be closed; the lounge will be open for beverage service. |
Aug. 07 - Aug. 12 | ESPN Wide World of Sports | Jr. NBA World The Jr. NBA World Championship will feature boys and girls divisions, each comprised of 16 regional champions (eight U.S. and eight international teams) that will receive all-expenses-paid trips to compete in the inaugural event Aug. 7-12, 2018 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Located at Walt Disney World Resort, the world-class venue regularly hosts elite and recreational youth sports competitions. |
Mid-Aug. 2018 - Fall 2019 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
Mid. Aug. - Fall 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Stormalong Bay Enhancement A very small portion of Stormalong Bay Pool will be closed to make way for new cabanas. The remainder of the area will remain in full operation. |
Aug. 17 - Oct. 31 | Magic Kingdom | Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2018 Dates:
-- August 17, 24, 28, 31
-- September 3, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
-- October 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30, 31
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August 2018 - Summer 2019 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Coffee Bar and Lobby Spaces The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is undergoing its next redesign project, a $3 million transformation of the Swan Resort’s lobby, public spaces and coffee bar. |
Aug. 21 - Early November 2018 | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | Tambu Lounge |
Aug. 30 - Nov. 12 | EPCOT | Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival The 23rd Annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival will return to Walt Disney World for 75 days, continuing its tradition of fine dining events, appearances by favorite Disney culinarians and top celebrity chefs, and a slate of concerts from favorite bands of the last few decades. |
December 2018 |
Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
Aug. 15 - Aug. 29 | Disney's Hollywood Studios | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Work is under way on the 14-acre Star Wars-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios that was announced during the 2015 D23 EXPO. |
8/4/16 - Late 2018 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Convention Center Expansion Work During this time, Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. To minimize any disruptions, work should be limited to between 9 a.m and 9 p.m. |
Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
July 2017 - September 30, 2021 | France Pavilion : EPCOT | Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open on October 1st, 2021 just in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. |
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16 | Riviera Resort : Disney Resorts | Disney's Riviera Resort The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019. |
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020 | Mission: Space : EPCOT | Space 220 A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Jul. 21 - Fall 2019 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Disney Skyliner Construction A new transportation system, Disney Skyliner, will give guests a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World Resort while traveling via gondolas. During this time construction noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 01 - Spring 2019 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available including dining and merchandise locations, pools, and recreation activities. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9 a.m. |
Aug. 13 - Early 2020 | Hollywood Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios | Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel. |
Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
Under Construction - TBD | Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom | TRON: Lightcycle Run TRON Lightcycle Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures. |
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 12 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | NBA Experience The NBA Experience at Walt Disney World Resort will be a one-of-a-kind basketball-themed experience featuring hands-on activities that put guests of all ages right in the middle of NBA game action. There will be immersive NBA video productions and numerous interactive experiences and an exciting retail store that will offer something for all NBA fans worldwide.
The NBA Experience opens in summer 2019. |
Now Through - Early 2019 | All Star Movies : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
April 2018 - Early 2019 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishments |
May. 12 - Jul. 05 | Japan Pavilion : EPCOT | Takumi-Tei Restaurant An all-new table service restaurant will be coming to the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase. The restaurant will be a signature dining experience inspired by the natural beauty of Japan. The setting will draw from both nature and takumi, which means “artisan” in Japanese, and the relationship between Japanese craftsmanship and the natural world will be evident throughout the space. Takumi-Tei will be operated by Mitsukoshi USA, which currently operates the merchandise, restaurants (Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining), and kiosks in the Japan Pavilion. |
June 2018 - Late 2018 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Pepper Market Pepper Market at Coronado Springs Resort will undergo minor refurbishment but will remain in operation during this time. |
Now - TBA | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Monorail The monorail is undergoing ongoing refurbishment. As a result, normal service and/or routes may be modified. Alternative transportation options will be available during this time. |
Summer - December 2018 | Swan : Disney Resorts | Lobby, Public Spaces, Coffee Bar The $3 million Swan Resort project will take place in phases, in order to remain open to guests throughout the renovation. |
Mid-Aug. 2018 - Fall 2019 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts | Room Refurbishment |
August 2018 - Summer 2019 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Coffee Bar and Lobby Spaces The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is undergoing its next redesign project, a $3 million transformation of the Swan Resort’s lobby, public spaces and coffee bar. |
Early Sept. - Mid-Dec. 2018 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Dig Site Refurbishment The Dig Site, home to The Lost City of Cibola Pool, volleyball court, playground, Iguana Arcade and Siestas Cantina, will be refurbished. While this work takes place, the resort's three leisure pools, dining and merchandise locations, La Vida Health Club, Salon and Spa and recreation activities, including Movies Under the Stars and Campfires with Marshmallows, will remain available. |
Fall 2018 - 2020 | Swan : Disney Resorts | The Cove The Walt Disney World Swan Hotel's tennis courts will be the site of a new 349-room, 14-story hotel tower. |
Sept. 4 - Dec. 4, 2018 | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts | Uzima Springs Pool and Pool Bar Refurbishment During this time Samawati Springs Pool and Maji Pool Bar at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village will be available. Brief rides via shuttle transportation will be provided to and from the pool during this time. |
Oct. 20 - Jul. 11 | Disney's Animal Kingdom : Walt Disney World | Rafiki's Planet Watch |
Oct. 28 - Jan. 05 | Water Parks : Walt Disney World | Blizzard Beach |
Oct. 30 - Aug. 12 | The West Side : Disney Springs | City Works Eatery and Pour House A restaurant and bar known for craft beers from local breweries and around the world, plans to open its eighth location in Disney Springs West Side. Opening date has been announced as August 12, 2019! |
Nov. 8 - Dec. 21 | Magic Kingdom | Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2018 Party Dates:
-- November 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 25, 27, 29, 30
-- December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21
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Early Nov. - Early Jan. | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | Holiday Celebrations |
Nov. 11 - Dec. 16 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Artist Point Restaurant When Artist Point reopens, it will offer an immersive character dining experience, with Snow White and a few of her forest-dwelling friends. As an added treat, you might even have an evil encounter with Snow White’s nemesis, the Queen. |
Nov. 18 - Late 2019 | Resort Wide : Walt Disney World | 90 Years of Mickey Mouse "The World's Biggest Mouse Party" will be a celebration at Disney parks and resorts around the world, with commemorative merchandise, photo locations and more. |
Nov. 18 - Dec. 30 | EPCOT | Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays Holiday Kitchens, Holiday Entertainment, special IllumiNations finale, and more |
Nov. 28 - Late December 2018 | International Gateway : EPCOT | FriendShip Boat Service Guests can use the pedestrian walkway or take a bus to and from Epcot. As Disney Skyliner construction continues, temporary structures will be set up that will affect areas around International Gateway. |
Dec 2018 - December 23, 2022 | Main Street USA : Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad will cease running and will sit "in residence" at its Main Street Station while work progresses on the new Tron coaster coming to Tomorrowland. This will give guests the chance to have an up-close look at the railroad and take advantage of some unique photo opportunities. |
January 2025 |
Sept 2024 - Sept 2025 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort In April of 2024, Disney confirmed that beginning in September, the Bay Lake Tower would begin the first major refurbishment in its history, lasting a full year. |
November 4th - TBA | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon will close to begin a seasonal refurbishment; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Blizzard Beach will be open for guests to experience. |
Jan 2025 - May 2025 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Yacht Club An announcement on Disney World’s website notifies visitors that some guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will be under refurbishment from January through May 2025. |
Jan 2025 - May 2025 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Stormalong Bay This closure is due to routine maintenance and guests staying at those resorts may hear construction noises during the daytime. During the closure, guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools. |
February 2025 |
Sept 2024 - Sept 2025 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort In April of 2024, Disney confirmed that beginning in September, the Bay Lake Tower would begin the first major refurbishment in its history, lasting a full year. |
November 4th - TBA | Typhoon Lagoon : Water Parks | Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon will close to begin a seasonal refurbishment; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Blizzard Beach will be open for guests to experience. |
Jan 2025 - May 2025 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Yacht Club An announcement on Disney World’s website notifies visitors that some guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will be under refurbishment from January through May 2025. |
Jan 2025 - May 2025 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Stormalong Bay This closure is due to routine maintenance and guests staying at those resorts may hear construction noises during the daytime. During the closure, guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools. |
June 2025 |
Sept 2024 - Sept 2025 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort In April of 2024, Disney confirmed that beginning in September, the Bay Lake Tower would begin the first major refurbishment in its history, lasting a full year. |
July 2025 |
Sept 2024 - Sept 2025 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort In April of 2024, Disney confirmed that beginning in September, the Bay Lake Tower would begin the first major refurbishment in its history, lasting a full year. |
August 2025 |
Sept 2024 - Sept 2025 | Contemporary - Bay Lake Tower : Disney Resorts | Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort In April of 2024, Disney confirmed that beginning in September, the Bay Lake Tower would begin the first major refurbishment in its history, lasting a full year. |
December 2025 |
No Events Announced for this Month Yet |