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December 2019

Now - Opening Summer 2021Epcot : France PavilionRemy's Ratatouille Adventure -- Similar to the 4-D attraction Ratatouille: The Adventure that opened at the Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris in 2014, guests will be able to shrink to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant. The attraction will open in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort in 2021.
Jul. 15 - Dec. 16Riviera ResortDisney's Riviera Resort -- The Riviera Resort is “inspired by the grandeur of Europe, but reimagined à la Disney magic.” It will be conveniently located near Caribbean Beach Resort, and will feature Disney Skyliner transportation to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot when it opens December 16, 2019.
Jul. 15 - Winter 2019-2020Epcot : Mission: SpaceSpace 220 -- A new International Space Station-themed restaurant will open its doors this winter and be called Space 220. The restaurant will offer an out-of-this-world culinary experience with the celestial panorama of a space station, including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up.
Aug. 13 - Early 2020Hollywood BoulevardMickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway -- Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is inspired by the Mickey Shorts that you can see on the Disney Channel.
Aug. 17 - 2021TomorrowlandTRON Lightcycle Power Run -- TRON Lightcycle Power Run is coaster-style attraction, in which riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles. It offers access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON's high-tech universe and is one of the most thrilling adventures.
Aug. 17 - 2021Future World EastGuardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind -- Opening in 2021, this Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system.
Fall 2018 - 2020Resort : Swan The Cove -- The Walt Disney World Swan Hotel's tennis courts will be the site of a new 349-room, 14-story hotel tower.
Fall 2018 - 2022Resort : Reflections – A Disney Lakeside LodgeReflections -- Bay Lake will be getting a new nature-inspired, mixed-use Disney resort that will sit between Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The new resort will be in the deluxe resort category, and will include more than 900 hotel rooms and proposed Disney Vacation Club villas. It will be Disney's 16th Disney Vacation Club property.
- TBAMagic Kingdom : Main Street USAWalt Disney World Railroad -- The Walt Disney World Railroad will cease running and will sit "in residence" at its Main Street Station while work progresses on the new Tron coaster coming to Tomorrowland in 2021. This will give guests the chance to have an up-close look at the railroad and take advantage of some unique photo opportunities.
Feb. 19 - 2021Future World EastPLAY Pavilion -- The Wonders of Life pavilion is being reimagined into the Play Pavilion, and will feature first-of-their-kind experiences devoted to playful fun. The Play Pavilion will take guests into an innovative, interactive city bursting with games and hands-on activities. Play Pavilion visitors will interact with Disney characters in an energetic metropolis unlike anything ever seen before at Epcot.
Now - Summer 2021France PavilionLa Creperie de Paris -- Scheduled to be built in an all-new location near the previously announced Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction, the new crêperie will feature the cuisine of celebrity chef Jérôme Bocuse, who is also responsible for the pavilion’s Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul. There will also be a quick-service location attached.
May. 20 - 2021EpcotEpcot Main Entrance Transformation -- Epcot‘s main entrance plaza will see changes that include new pathways, sweeping green spaces, and a newly re-imagined fountain. The new design will pay homage to the original park entrance with fresh takes on classic elements. The Leave A Legacy photos, currently in the entrance plaza, will move into a setting just outside the park’s gateway.
June 2019 - TBASaratoga SpringsSaratoga Springs Resort and Spa -- General resort refurbishment, with crews renovating both the building exteriors and guest room interiors. Interior updates include changes to floor and wall coverings plus the addition of a new style fold-down sofabed. No official timetable has been announced.
Aug. 01 - January 2020Canada PavilionO Canada! -- The film will be “refreshed” with new footage along with a projection-system upgrade that is meant to visually enhance the experience.
Mid to Late August 2019 - Dec. 26Beach Club Beaches and Cream Soda Shop -- A temporary ice cream spot will be set up in either the Beach Club or Yacht Club resort, but we don’t know if some of the Soda Shop’s popular sundaes will be available at the temporary location.
Fall 2019 - TBAFuture WorldPin Central -- Pin Central will relocate to the Camera Center during Epcot's ongoing transformation project. No official timetable has been released.
Fall 2019 - TBAFuture WorldFountain View -- Fountain View will temporarily relocate as part of Epcot's ongoing transformation project. No official timetable has been released.
Sep. 08 - Jan. 12Blizzard BeachBlizzard Beach
Sep. 08 - TBAFuture WorldEpcot Character Spot -- The Character Spot will close temporarily as part of Epcot's ongoing transformation. Many of the characters will meet in new locations, to be announced. An official timetable has not yet been released.
Winter 2019 - TBAFuture WorldMouse Gear -- Mouse Gear, as part of the ongoing transformation of Epcot, will move to a temporary home this winter while its current location is reimagined. No further information has been released yet.
2019 - 2019Epcot : American AdventureRegal Eagle Restaurant Opens -- The American Adventure pavilion’s Liberty Inn closed in July. This will be replaced with the Regal Eagle Smokehouse.
Nov. 08 - Dec. 22Magic KingdomMickey's Very Merry Christmas Party -- Add some very to your merry at the merriest Christmas party of the season. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom hosts 23 nights of yuletide cheer:
November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22 and 24
December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20 and 22
Nov. 08 - Jan. 05Disney's Hollywood StudiosSunset 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. 08 - Jan. 05Disney SpringsDisney Springs Christmas Tree Trail -- Disney Springs' Christmas Tree Trail will return with music, treats, photo ops, snow, and 23 themed trees
Nov. 29 - Dec. 30EpcotEpcot International Festival of the Holidays 2019 -- This year the Festival features 13 Holiday Kitchens, the Candlelight Processional, international storytellers from around World Showcase, and so much more!
Nov. 29 - Dec. 30EpcotCandlelight Processional 2019 -- A Disney tradition in its 49th year (2019), the Candlelight Processional is a moving presentation of the Christmas story in readings by a celebrity narrator and music by a mass choir and 50-piece orchestra.