All Events, Closures and Refurbishments at Walt Disney World in 2016 and 2023

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 Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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.
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 Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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
March 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 Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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 - 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.
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.
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 - 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 - 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. 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. 22 - Mar. 17	Dinoland USA : Disney's Animal Kingdom	Boneyard
Feb. 22 - Apr. 15	Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts	Aruba Pool
Feb. 22 - Mar. 05	Discovery Island : Disney's Animal Kingdom	Isle of Java
Feb. 29 - Mar. 14	The Marketplace : Disney Springs	Mickey's Pantry / The Spice and Tea Exchange
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.
Mar. 01 - Mar. 03	Adventureland : Magic Kingdom	Jungle Cruise
March 2 - May 30	EPCOT	Epcot Flower and Garden Festival To celebrate its 23rd year, the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will expand to 90 days and run from March 2-May 30, 2016, at Walt Disney World Resort. The popular spring festival previously ran for 75 days. Fresh farm market flavors at the festival's Outdoor Kitchens, new Disney character topiaries, interactive play gardens and live rockin' music will shower spring surprises on park guests.
March 2 - May 30	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Garden Rocks Concert Series runs every weekend throughout the Flower and Garden Festival at America Gardens Theatre at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m.
March 2 - 27	EPCOT	Eggstravaganza 2016 Eggstravaganza is back at Epcot March 2-27, so hop on over and take part in this Disney themed egg hunt. Please Note: Maps will be available for purchase while supplies last at Epcot. One redemption egg per map.
Mar. 06 - Mar. 10	Tomorrowland : Magic Kingdom	Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin
March 11 - 17	Town Center : Disney Springs	Mighty St. Patrick's Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. Award-winning Irish bands and quick-stepping Irish dancers will showcase their roots during a celebration that also will feature cuisine by Irish celebrity chef Kevin Dundon. St. Patrick's festivities will include complimentary face-painting and giveaways. Mighty Festival hours are 4 p.m.-1:30 a.m. March 11, 14, 15 and 16; noon until 1:30 a.m. March 12 and 13; and 11 a.m. until 1:30 a.m. March 17. The pub opens weekdays at 11 a.m. for lunch and weekends at 10 a.m. for brunch. The entertainment schedule will be posted at raglanroad.com.
Mar. 14 - Mar. 18	Beach Club : Disney Resorts	Stormalong Bay Slide Guests may use the waterslide at Luna Park Pool located at Disney's Boardwalk Inn and Villas. Shuttle transportation will be provided between the hours of 9:00am and 10:00pm.
Mar. 15 - Mar. 16	Pixar Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story One Day Closure
Mar. 25	The Marketplace : Disney Springs	Ridley Pearson Book Signing Ridley Pearson will be at the Art of Disney from 4 to 6 p.m., to celebrate the release of his newest book, Kingdom Keepers: The Return, Book 2: Legacy of Secrets. Wristbands will be distributed to guests at store opening on the day of the signing, with each purchase of a book by Ridley Pearson. A wristband from the appearance location is required to meet Ridley Pearson and allows the guest to get two books signed. A limited number of wristbands will be available the day of the signing. Once the wristbands have been distributed, the line will close.
Mar. 25 - 28	The Landing : Disney Springs	The Young Irelanders Irish music sensation will bring their multi-award-winning brand of traditional Irish music, song and dance to Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. Guests can enjoy performances on the patio stage from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. March 25 and 26, and on the Grand Room stage March 27 and 28 from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. There is no cover charge to see the performers who are on tour in the United States before taking their show to Ireland and China.
Mar. 26	EPCOT	Ridley Pearson Book Signing Ridley Pearson will be available to sign copies of his books at Mouse Gear in Epcot from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. to celebrate the release of Kingdom Keepers: The Return, Book 2: Legacy of Secrets. Wristbands will be distributed to guests at store opening on the day of the signing, with each purchase of a book by Ridley Pearson. A wristband from the appearance location is required to meet Ridley Pearson and allows the guest to get two books signed. A limited number of wristbands will be available the day of the signing. Once the wristbands have been distributed, the line will close.
Mar. 27	Resort Wide : Walt Disney World	Easter This springtime holiday is observed in a variety of special ways all around the Walt Disney World theme parks and resort hotels.
April 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 Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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.
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 - 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 - 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.
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. 22 - Apr. 15	Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts	Aruba Pool
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.
March 2 - May 30	EPCOT	Epcot Flower and Garden Festival To celebrate its 23rd year, the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will expand to 90 days and run from March 2-May 30, 2016, at Walt Disney World Resort. The popular spring festival previously ran for 75 days. Fresh farm market flavors at the festival's Outdoor Kitchens, new Disney character topiaries, interactive play gardens and live rockin' music will shower spring surprises on park guests.
March 2 - May 30	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Garden Rocks Concert Series runs every weekend throughout the Flower and Garden Festival at America Gardens Theatre at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m.
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	Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure Closing permanently to make way for theme park expansion.
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	Commissary Lane : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Writer's Stop 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. 04 - Apr. 20	Dolphin : Disney Resorts	Disney's Fantasia Gardens Mini Golf Fantasia Fairways
Apr. 11 - Apr. 23	Main Street USA : Magic Kingdom	Walt Disney World Railroad
Apr. 11 - Apr. 26	Magic Kingdom	Walt Disney World Railroad
April 14 - 17	Resort Wide : Walt Disney World	Star Wars Half Marathon -- The Dark Side This race follows the debut of the popular Star Wars-themed race at Disneyland Resort, "Star Wars Half Marathon the Light Side." The new race weekend will include kids' races, a 5K and a 10K in addition to the half marathon, plus a variety of Star Wars experiences, medals, events and merchandise inspired by a galaxy far, far away. Among its many features will be a unique 13.1-mile course that propels runners through Epcot, Disney's Animal Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios and finishes at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. There will also be a Star Wars Dark Side Challenge -- running the 10K and the half marathon on consecutive days that offers each finisher a Death Star-themed medal. Jedi and Sith Lords who dare to experience both Star Wars races will have the chance to take on the Kessel Run Challenge -- completing the Star Wars half marathon missions on both coasts. Kessel Run Challenge runners can earn a commemorative "Coast to Coast'' medal inspired by the Millennium Falcon starship.
Apr. 14 - May. 19	Magic Kingdom	Disney After Hours a special ticketed event in the Magic Kingdom. The $149 (plus tax) ticket will allow guests to stay in the Magic Kingdom for three hours after the park closes. Guests will have the chance to enjoy most of the park's popular attractions and character greetings, such as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, and Princess Fairytale Hall. In addition, the cost of admission includes ice cream novelties and select beverages. Dates for the event are: April 28 and May 5, 2016 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 14 and 21, and May 8, 12 and 19, 2016 from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more details or to purchase tickets, call the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 827-7185. Number of tickets to be sold for each evening are limited.
Apr. 15 - Apr. 17	The Marketplace : Disney Springs	Rob Kaz ACME Artist Signing ACME Artist Rob Kaz will be on hand for special appearances and signings at Art of Disney at Disney Springs Marketplace from 3-5p.m. and 7-9p.m.
Apr. 18 - May. 27	Norway Pavilion : EPCOT	Stave Church
Apr. 19 - Summer 2016	Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts	Jamaica Village Pool
Apr. 22	Disney's Animal Kingdom	Earth Day Animal Kingdom will host Party for the Planet presented by Disneynature. Throughout the day, guests are encouraged to connect with nature by engaging in fun activities in every land of the park. Meet animal-care team members, animal educators and conservation experts to see first-hand how Disney cares for animals and works to save endangered species worldwide. Watch animal feedings and training experiences specially planned for Earth Day to learn how keepers care for some of your favorite animals. Also, upon entrance to Animal Kingdom, stop by the Oasis to see "The Jungle Book" sand sculpture and celebrate the new live-action adventure opening in theaters April 15. In Discovery Island, Disney PhotoPass photographers will take your photo with Earth Day-themed props and frames.
Apr. 22	Discovery Island : Disney's Animal Kingdom	Joe Rohde Appearance and Signing As part of Animal Kingdom's Earth Day festivities, Walt Disney Imagineer and Portfolio Creative Executive Joe Rohde will be at Discovery Trading Company (previously Disney Outfitters) from 1-2 p.m. Rohde will be signing his artwork, created for a new Disney Conservation Fund initiative. He will also sign the new coffee table book, The Disney Conservation Fund: Carrying Forward A Conservation Legacy, to which he contributed. The Disney Conservation Fund will receive 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of the book. Visit DisneyParksMerchandise.com for details about wristband distribution.
Apr. 22 - Apr. 23	The Marketplace : Disney Springs	Disney Artist Showcase Join the Disney artist showcase with Costa Alavezos, Tim McCloskey, Randy Noble, Don "Ducky" Williams and Darren Wilson for special appearances and signings April 22 from 6-8p.m. and April 23 from 4-6p.m. at Art of Disney at Disney Springs Marketplace. Special note: Randy Noble will only appear on April 22 for signings.
April 22 - 24	Seas with Nemo & Friends : EPCOT	Earth Day Weekend interactive activities help visitors learn about the efforts to protect coral reefs and other marine life at The Seas with Nemo and Friends, a special tribute to the creatures that dwell in our vast oceans.
May 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 Place : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Toy Story Expansion The expanded Toy Story Midway Mania new 3rd track opens Memorial Day weekend, 2016.
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.
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 - 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.
March 2 - May 30	EPCOT	Epcot Flower and Garden Festival To celebrate its 23rd year, the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will expand to 90 days and run from March 2-May 30, 2016, at Walt Disney World Resort. The popular spring festival previously ran for 75 days. Fresh farm market flavors at the festival's Outdoor Kitchens, new Disney character topiaries, interactive play gardens and live rockin' music will shower spring surprises on park guests.
March 2 - May 30	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Garden Rocks Concert Series runs every weekend throughout the Flower and Garden Festival at America Gardens Theatre at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m.
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. 14 - May. 19	Magic Kingdom	Disney After Hours a special ticketed event in the Magic Kingdom. The $149 (plus tax) ticket will allow guests to stay in the Magic Kingdom for three hours after the park closes. Guests will have the chance to enjoy most of the park's popular attractions and character greetings, such as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, and Princess Fairytale Hall. In addition, the cost of admission includes ice cream novelties and select beverages. Dates for the event are: April 28 and May 5, 2016 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 14 and 21, and May 8, 12 and 19, 2016 from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more details or to purchase tickets, call the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 827-7185. Number of tickets to be sold for each evening are limited.
Apr. 18 - May. 27	Norway Pavilion : EPCOT	Stave Church
Apr. 19 - Summer 2016	Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts	Jamaica Village Pool
May - Jun. 15	Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts	Trinidad pool
May - 2016	Seas with Nemo & Friends : EPCOT	Finding Dory Characters Added to Turtle Talk with Crush Characters from Finding Dory are added to Turtle Talk with Crush in the Seas with Nemo and Friends. Some of her new pals you can expect to spot within the attraction include Destiny the whale shark, Bailey the beluga whale and Hank the "septopus" (that's a seven-legged octopus). Crush's son and best pal Squirt will also be swimming by for the first time.
May. 02 - Jun. 16	China Pavilion : EPCOT	House of Whispering Willows
May. 07 - May. 22	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House : Disney Resorts	AKL Concierge Lounge An alternate location will be available
May 8 - 12	ESPN Wide World of Sports	Invictus Games Britain's Prince Harry is bringing the Invictus Games, an event that features wounded servicemen and women from around the world competing in a variety of sports events, to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The inaugural Invictus Games, held in London in 2014, drew more than 400 athletes from 13 countries -- plus some 65,000 spectators. The Invictus Games at Disney next year is expected to involve a similar number of athletes from up to 14 nations competing in 10 sports -- archery, cycling, indoor rowing, sitting volleyball, swimming, track and field, triathlon, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby and wheelchair tennis.
May. 15	Town Center : Disney Springs	Disney Springs and Town Center Opening The Disney Springs and half of Town Center will open May 15, 2016.
Memorial Day Weekend - 2016	Discovery Island : Disney's Animal Kingdom	Tiffins Restaurant Opens
Memorial Day Weekend - 2016	Asia : Disney's Animal Kingdom	The Jungle Book Alive with Magic Show For the summer, Discovery River will become the stage for a limited-engagement show inspired by Disney's hit live-action film "The Jungle Book." "The Jungle Book: Alive with Magic" is filled with music and special effects that celebrates the new film and the classic songs, now infused with an Indian influence.
Memorial Day Weekend - 2016	Discovery Island : Disney's Animal Kingdom	The Tree of Life Awakens
Memorial Day Weekend - 2016	Africa : Disney's Animal Kingdom	Kilimanjaro Safari After Dark
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.
September 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.
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.
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
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. 22 - Sep. 15	Fantasyland : Magic Kingdom	it's a small world
Summer/Fall - 2016	Disney's Animal Kingdom	Rivers of Light Show Debuts The all-new Rivers Of Light waterside show has been postponed. No new debut date has been announced. It was originally slated to open April 22, 2016.
September 2 - Oct. 31	Magic Kingdom	Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party From 7 p.m. to midnight on select nights guests can enjoy Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade; trick-or-treating throughout the Magic Kingdom at numerous locations; and the special Happy HalloWishes fireworks. Lots of characters are out in the park, wearing their favorite costumes. The 29 dates for 2016 are: September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29, 30; October 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31.
Sep. 02 - Oct. 31	Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Club Villain at Sunset Showcase Friday and Saturday nights from September 2 to October 29, and on Halloween night, October 31.
Sep. 02 - Sep. 05	The Marketplace : Disney Springs	Great Irish Hooley The 5th annual hooley will be held at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. New live music and dance entertainment, fresh menu creations and plenty of craft beer and cocktail options are on tap to celebrate the Hooley's fifth year. The complete entertainment schedule will be posted at www.raglanroad.com and www.greatirishhooley.com closer to the event.
September 9 - 10	ESPN Wide World of Sports	Night of Joy a two-night, ticketed event that features contemporary Christian music. In 2016, the event will expand and will be held for the first time at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Sep. 09	Land Pavilion : EPCOT	AllEars.Net Meet and Mingle Meet and mingle with members of the AllEars.Net Team from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sunshine Seasons in the Land pavilion! Your hosts Deb Wills, Scott Thomas, Linda Eckwerth, Kristin Ford and Jack Marshall will have swag, trading cards and warm hugs for all! RSVP not necessary, but you can let us know you're coming on the Facebook Event page.
September 14 - November 14	EPCOT	Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Sep. 14 - Nov. 14	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Eat to the Beat Concert Series every evening during the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.
October 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
8/8 - 11/19/16	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
September 2 - Oct. 31	Magic Kingdom	Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party From 7 p.m. to midnight on select nights guests can enjoy Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade; trick-or-treating throughout the Magic Kingdom at numerous locations; and the special Happy HalloWishes fireworks. Lots of characters are out in the park, wearing their favorite costumes. The 29 dates for 2016 are: September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29, 30; October 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31.
Sep. 02 - Oct. 31	Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Club Villain at Sunset Showcase Friday and Saturday nights from September 2 to October 29, and on Halloween night, October 31.
September 14 - November 14	EPCOT	Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Sep. 14 - Nov. 14	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Eat to the Beat Concert Series every evening during the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.
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. 27 - Nov. 09	Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Oct. 28 - Oct. 29	Swan : Disney Resorts	Food and Wine Classic returns for its seventh year.
November 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.
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.
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. 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
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.
8/8 - 11/19/16	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
September 14 - November 14	EPCOT	Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Sep. 14 - Nov. 14	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Eat to the Beat Concert Series every evening during the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.
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. 27 - Nov. 09	Sunset Boulevard : Disney's Hollywood Studios	Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Oct. 31 - Jan. 03	Pop Century : Disney Resorts	Computer Pool
November 3 - 6	Resort Wide : Walt Disney World	Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend The two-park event features the inaugural Wine & Dine 10K and Luminere's Two-Course Challenge plus Mickey's Holiday 5K and runDisney Kids Races. Participants can expect on-course Disney entertainment. To top off the evening of the half marathon, runners are invited to the exclusive Post Race Party at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.
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. 19 - Nov. 20	Contemporary : Disney Resorts	D23 Destination D: Amazing Adventures This event, exclusively for members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, celebrates landmarks of the past, present, and future, from the Jungle Cruise and Pirates of the Caribbean to the planet of Pandora. AVATAR creators James Cameron (writer, director, producer) and Jon Landau (producer) will join Imagineer Joe Rohde for Pandora - The World of AVATAR, a presentation where they will unveil new details about the immersive, 12-acre land coming soon to Disney's Animal Kingdom. In addition, the event will include a conversation with Bob Chapek, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Plus, Moana screenwriter Jared Bush (co-writer/co-director Zootopia) will be on hand to provide guests an exclusive advance look at the making of Walt Disney Animation Studios' newest animated feature. Cameron, Landau, and Chapek join previously announced Disney Legends Marty Sklar and Tony Baxter; Walt Disney Imagineers Rohde, Chris Merritt, Jason Grandt, and Wyatt Winter; producer Don Hahn (The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast); and Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline.
Nov. 25 - Dec. 30	American Adventure Pavilion : EPCOT	Candlelight Processional
Nov. 28 - Dec. 01	Liberty Square : Magic Kingdom	Haunted Mansion
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 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Oct 1, 2021 - Apr 1, 2023	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Across all 4 parks
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	High Rock Spring Pool High Rock Spring Pool is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023. The Grandstand Pool, The Paddock Pool and Congress Park Pool will remain open during this time. Be mindful that guests may see or hear construction while the work is underway, but no noise should be heard between dusk and 9:00 AM.
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	On the Rocks Pool Bar On the Rocks Pool Bar is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023.
January 4th - April 19th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours will return on select nights between January 4th and April 19th, 2023.
Jan. 4 - Jan. 8	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
January 9th - March 27th	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours is returning to select nights between January 9th to March 27th, 2023.
January 9th - January 27th	Echo Lake : Disney's Hollywood Studios	For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration will close January 9th and reopen January 28th, 2023.
January 9th - January 13th	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close for refurbishment on January 9th, reopening January 14th, 2023.
January 9, 2023 - Early April 2023	Contemporary : Disney Resorts	Disney's Contemporary Resort The Feature Pool and whirlpool spas will close for refurbishment beginning January 9th, 2023. During this time, the water play area and Bay Lake Pool will still be open but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9AM daily.
Jan 9th. - Jan. 27th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration The Frozen Sing-Along is scheduled to close for refurbishment beginning on January 9th to 27th.
Jan. 9 - April 2023	Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts	Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa will be closed for refurbishment at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort from January 9, 2023 through early April 2023. The water play area, Meadow Snack Bar, the Wilderness Swimmin' Pool, and its whirlpool spa will remain open for guests during this time. Guests may see and hear construction noise while this refurbishment is underway.
2023/01/05 - 2023/02/21	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Festival of the Arts
Jan. 22 - Jan. 29	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	Disney Skyliner The Skyliner will close for refurbishment from January 22, 2023 to January 29, 2023.
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
February 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Oct 1, 2021 - Apr 1, 2023	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Across all 4 parks
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	High Rock Spring Pool High Rock Spring Pool is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023. The Grandstand Pool, The Paddock Pool and Congress Park Pool will remain open during this time. Be mindful that guests may see or hear construction while the work is underway, but no noise should be heard between dusk and 9:00 AM.
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	On the Rocks Pool Bar On the Rocks Pool Bar is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023.
January 4th - April 19th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours will return on select nights between January 4th and April 19th, 2023.
January 9th - March 27th	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours is returning to select nights between January 9th to March 27th, 2023.
January 9, 2023 - Early April 2023	Contemporary : Disney Resorts	Disney's Contemporary Resort The Feature Pool and whirlpool spas will close for refurbishment beginning January 9th, 2023. During this time, the water play area and Bay Lake Pool will still be open but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9AM daily.
Jan. 9 - April 2023	Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts	Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa will be closed for refurbishment at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort from January 9, 2023 through early April 2023. The water play area, Meadow Snack Bar, the Wilderness Swimmin' Pool, and its whirlpool spa will remain open for guests during this time. Guests may see and hear construction noise while this refurbishment is underway.
2023/01/05 - 2023/02/21	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Festival of the Arts
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
Feb. 23 - Feb. 26	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
March 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Oct 1, 2021 - Apr 1, 2023	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Across all 4 parks
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	High Rock Spring Pool High Rock Spring Pool is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023. The Grandstand Pool, The Paddock Pool and Congress Park Pool will remain open during this time. Be mindful that guests may see or hear construction while the work is underway, but no noise should be heard between dusk and 9:00 AM.
Early Jan. - Late Mar.	Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts	On the Rocks Pool Bar On the Rocks Pool Bar is set to be closed for refurbishment from early January 2023 through late March 2023.
January 4th - April 19th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours will return on select nights between January 4th and April 19th, 2023.
January 9th - March 27th	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours is returning to select nights between January 9th to March 27th, 2023.
January 9, 2023 - Early April 2023	Contemporary : Disney Resorts	Disney's Contemporary Resort The Feature Pool and whirlpool spas will close for refurbishment beginning January 9th, 2023. During this time, the water play area and Bay Lake Pool will still be open but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9AM daily.
Jan. 9 - April 2023	Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts	Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa will be closed for refurbishment at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort from January 9, 2023 through early April 2023. The water play area, Meadow Snack Bar, the Wilderness Swimmin' Pool, and its whirlpool spa will remain open for guests during this time. Guests may see and hear construction noise while this refurbishment is underway.
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023/02/23 - 2023/07/06	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
April 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Oct 1, 2021 - Apr 1, 2023	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Across all 4 parks
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 4th - April 19th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Disney After Hours Disney After Hours will return on select nights between January 4th and April 19th, 2023.
January 9, 2023 - Early April 2023	Contemporary : Disney Resorts	Disney's Contemporary Resort The Feature Pool and whirlpool spas will close for refurbishment beginning January 9th, 2023. During this time, the water play area and Bay Lake Pool will still be open but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9AM daily.
Jan. 9 - April 2023	Fort Wilderness : Disney Resorts	Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa Meadow Swimmin' Pool and whirlpool spa will be closed for refurbishment at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort from January 9, 2023 through early April 2023. The water play area, Meadow Snack Bar, the Wilderness Swimmin' Pool, and its whirlpool spa will remain open for guests during this time. Guests may see and hear construction noise while this refurbishment is underway.
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023/02/23 - 2023/07/06	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
Apr. 13 - Apr. 16	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
May 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023/02/23 - 2023/07/06	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
June 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023/02/23 - 2023/07/06	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
July 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023/02/23 - 2023/07/06	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023-06-20 - 2023-08-14	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	2023 Flavors of Florida
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
2023-07-08 - 2023-11-18	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival This year, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from July 27th to November 18th, 2022.
August 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
2023-06-20 - 2023-08-14	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	2023 Flavors of Florida
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
2023-07-08 - 2023-11-18	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival This year, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from July 27th to November 18th, 2022.
August 7th - August 9th	Liberty Square : Magic Kingdom	Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion will be closed August 7th-9th, 2023 for a brief refurbishment
Aug. 11 - Nov. 01	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party The popular Halloween event returns to the Magic Kingdom on select dates. Tickets on sale now. Event dates for 2023 are as follows: August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29 October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31 November: 1
September 2023
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.
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
Feb 1st - Sept 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Kidani Village will be undergoing updates and renovations.
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
2023-07-08 - 2023-11-18	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival This year, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from July 27th to November 18th, 2022.
Aug. 11 - Nov. 01	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party The popular Halloween event returns to the Magic Kingdom on select dates. Tickets on sale now. Event dates for 2023 are as follows: August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29 October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31 November: 1
Sept 17th, 2023 - Mid-Oct 2023	Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts	Narcoossee’s Narcoossee’s is scheduled to close on Sept 17th, 2023 for a brief refurbishment and is planned to reopen by mid-October.
October 2023
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
2023-07-08 - 2023-11-18	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival This year, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from July 27th to November 18th, 2022.
Aug. 11 - Nov. 01	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party The popular Halloween event returns to the Magic Kingdom on select dates. Tickets on sale now. Event dates for 2023 are as follows: August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29 October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31 November: 1
Sept 17th, 2023 - Mid-Oct 2023	Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts	Narcoossee’s Narcoossee’s is scheduled to close on Sept 17th, 2023 for a brief refurbishment and is planned to reopen by mid-October.
November 2023
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Nature : EPCOT	Journey of Water Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — coming to EPCOT in late 2023!
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
2023-07-08 - 2023-11-18	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival This year, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from July 27th to November 18th, 2022.
Aug. 11 - Nov. 01	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party The popular Halloween event returns to the Magic Kingdom on select dates. Tickets on sale now. Event dates for 2023 are as follows: August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29 October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31 November: 1
Early November - Jan 14th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Sunset Seasons Greetings, and Jingle Bell Jingle BAM! Disney's Hollywood Studios transforms into a winter wonderland with special food and drink offerings around the park, decorations, and projections, fireworks, lasers, and snow on Hollywood and Sunset Boulevards
Nov 8th, 2023 - Jan 24th, 2024	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Holiday Dine at Hollywood and Vine See Minnie and her friends at delightful dining parties at Hollywood and Vine throughout the year. You’re invited! The mouse-with-the-mostest hosts sensational soirees that mix festive music, décor and tantalizing menu items. Celebrate with popular Disney Characters—perfectly dressed for each season.
Nov. 09 - Dec. 22	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is returning in 2023 on select nights from November 9th to December 22nd. Here’s the full list of dates: November: 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30 December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
Nov 10th, 2023 - Nov 11th, 2023	Dolphin : Disney Resorts	Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic
Nov. 11 - Dec. 20	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	2023 Jollywood Nights Brand new holiday event debuts in Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2023. Jollywood Nights takes place on: November 11th, 18th, 20th, 27th, and 29th. December 4th, 6th, 16th, 18th, and 20th.
November 24th, 2023 - December 30th, 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays The EPCOT Festival of the Holidays will begin on November 24th, 2022 through December 30th.
2023/11/24 - 2023/12/31	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays
December 2023
Mar. 17 - TBA	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Voyage of the Little Mermaid Has not yet reopened since Disney World's temporary closure in 2020; Anticipated reopening date: Not yet known
Aug. 29 - Late 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza will provide an outdoor space where guests can come to relax and experience all that the Festivals have to offer
Aug. 31 - Late 2023	World Celebration : EPCOT	CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will be housed within the CommuniCore Plaza, and will be the first fully-purpose built structure in FestiTal programing! there will also be a new location in EPCOT called “Mickey and Friends” where you can meet some of your favorite Disney characters!
Jun. 05 - Late 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	BoardWalk Inn Addition of the new Cake Bake Shop. The Inn itself is undergoing a transformation, as well. “Light and airy touches” will (as Disney says) “reinvigorate” the hotel’s lobby, lounge, and guest rooms.
Mar. 1 - TBA	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort continues its renovation to spruce up and update this flagship resort for it's 30th anniversary.
Mar 1 - Late 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort While the Resort remains open to guests, areas are currently being renovated to include new Disney Vacation Club Villas, restaurants, and even new recreation offerings! The Disney Vacation Club Villas are expected to open in late 2024.
Aug. 01 - Late 2023	Disney Springs : Walt Disney World	Summer House on the Lake New restaurant coming soon to Disney Springs
January 24th - Late 2024	Frontierland : Magic Kingdom	Splash Mountain Splash Mountain will close on January 24th, 2023 to reopen as the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure in late 2024.
June 2023 - Late Fall 2023	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Beach Club Resort Beach Club will be undergoing updates and renovations.
Jul. 15 - In 2024	Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World	Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 350 Cabins at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds will be completely renovated and adopted into the Disney Vacation Club offerings.
Early November - Jan 14th	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Sunset Seasons Greetings, and Jingle Bell Jingle BAM! Disney's Hollywood Studios transforms into a winter wonderland with special food and drink offerings around the park, decorations, and projections, fireworks, lasers, and snow on Hollywood and Sunset Boulevards
Nov 8th, 2023 - Jan 24th, 2024	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	Holiday Dine at Hollywood and Vine See Minnie and her friends at delightful dining parties at Hollywood and Vine throughout the year. You’re invited! The mouse-with-the-mostest hosts sensational soirees that mix festive music, décor and tantalizing menu items. Celebrate with popular Disney Characters—perfectly dressed for each season.
Nov. 09 - Dec. 22	Magic Kingdom : Walt Disney World	2023 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is returning in 2023 on select nights from November 9th to December 22nd. Here’s the full list of dates: November: 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30 December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
Nov. 11 - Dec. 20	Disney's Hollywood Studios : Walt Disney World	2023 Jollywood Nights Brand new holiday event debuts in Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2023. Jollywood Nights takes place on: November 11th, 18th, 20th, 27th, and 29th. December 4th, 6th, 16th, 18th, and 20th.
November 24th, 2023 - December 30th, 2023	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays The EPCOT Festival of the Holidays will begin on November 24th, 2022 through December 30th.
2023/11/24 - 2023/12/31	EPCOT : Walt Disney World	2023 Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays

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