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. |
| 2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
| 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. 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 - 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 - 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 |
| 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. |
| 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 - PERMANENT CLOSURE | Future World West : EPCOT | Habit Heroes |
| Jan. 18 - Jan. 22 | Grand Floridian : Disney Resorts | Courtyard Pool |
| 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 - Jan. 28 | All Star Sports : Disney Resorts | Surfboard Pool |
| Jan. 27 - Jan. 29 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad North Quiet Pool |
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. |
| 2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
| 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. 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. 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. |
| 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. 04 - Early 2017 | The West Side : Disney Springs | Fulton's Crab House Becomes Paddlefish Paddlefish is set to open Saturday, February 4, 2017. |
| 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. 15 | Town Center : Disney Springs | Disney Springs and Town Center Opening The Disney Springs and half of Town Center will open May 15, 2016. |
January 2017 |
| Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
| 2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
| 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. |
| 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 |
| 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. 31 - Jan. 03 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Computer Pool |
| 2016 - May 2017 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Exterior Maintenance and Painting Most work will be done between 9am and 5pm. |
| Dec. 12 - Feb. 03 | All Star Music Resort : Disney Resorts | Piano Pool Guests may use the Calypso Pool near Melody Hall during this refurbishment. |
| January 2017 - Mid-Late 2017 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Resort Room Refurbishment |
| Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
| Jan. 02 - Mar. 03 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Sandcastle Pool |
| Jan. 02 - Feb. 15 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | Grotto Pool Closure The Grotto pool will be closed during this time. |
| Jan. 06 - Mar. 16 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad South Village Pool |
| Jan. 09 - Jan. 13 | Port Orleans French Quarter : Disney Resorts | Doubloon Lagoon Pool |
| Jan. 09 - Jan. 13 | Disney Springs : Walt Disney World | Characters in Flight |
| Jan. 09 - Jan. 23 | Swan : Disney Resorts | Disney's Fantasia Gardens Mini Golf |
| Jan. 09 - Mar. 16 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Trinidad South Region Several refurbishment projects are underway. You may see or hear construction specifically around the pirate-themed rooms in Trinidad South. Work will not begin until 9am |
| Jan. 13 - Jan. 20 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Hippy Dippy Pool During this time Guests may use the Computer Pool or Bowling Pool. |
| Jan. 13 - Feb. 20 | EPCOT | Epcot International Festival of the Arts Combining visual, culinary and performing arts from around the world, the first-ever Epcot International Festival of the Arts will create a global masterpiece for six inspired weekends. Held Fridays through Mondays starting Jan. 13 through Feb. 20, 2017, the Festival will feature new art each week. |
| Jan. 16 - Feb. 24 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Paddock Pool Water Play Area |
| Jan. 23 - Jan. 25 | Port Orleans Riverside : Disney Resorts | Magnolia Bend Pool |
| Jan. 30 - Feb. 10 | Beach Club : Disney Resorts | Stormalong Bay Pool Slide Pool remains open |
| Jan. 30 - Feb. 02 | Saratoga Springs : Disney Resorts | Congress Park Pool |
May 2017 |
| Jan. 01 - Sept 30th 2023 | Disney Resorts : Walt Disney World | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Disney announced that the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be closing permanently. The final voyage for the Star Wars Hotel will be September 28th-30th, 2023. |
| 2021/11/18 - 2021/12/31 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2021 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays |
| 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. |
| 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 |
| 2016 - Through summer 2017 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Trout Pass Pool Bar |
| 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. |
| 2016 - May 2017 | BoardWalk : Disney Resorts | Exterior Maintenance and Painting Most work will be done between 9am and 5pm. |
| January 2017 - Mid-Late 2017 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Resort Room Refurbishment |
| Nov. 2016 - Summer 2019 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
| February 2017 - Jul. 01 | Wilderness Lodge : Disney Resorts | Roaring Fork During the time these areas will be closed the new Geyser Point Pool Bar and Grill will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Territory Lounge will also offer continental breakfast. |
| Feb. 1, 2017 - 2019 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Barbados and Martinique These sections of the resort have been demolished to make way for construction of the new Disney Riviera Resort. |
| Feb. 2017 - Mar. 19 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Spyglass Grill This new dining location is set to open in Spring 2018. Located in Trinidad South, it will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of items, including hot breakfast entrees, sandwiches, salads, tacos and beverages. |
| Feb. 04 - Summer 2018 | Pop Century : Disney Resorts | Hard Goods Refurbishment |
| Feb. 16 - Jul. 09 | Coronado Springs Resort : Disney Resorts | Gran Destino Tower New 15-story tower being added at Coronado Springs, will include a two-story lobby and 545 guest rooms. There will also be a roof-top dining location called Toledo. Reservations are now being taken for stays starting July 9, 2019 and later. |
| Spring 2017 - Fall 2017 | Dolphin : Disney Resorts | WDW Dolphin Lobby The Dolphin Resort lobby 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. |
| March 1 - May. 29 | EPCOT | Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival |
| Spring 2017 - Jul. 31 | Old Key West : Disney Resorts | Old Key West Refresh In an ongoing effort to improve the quality of facilities and offerings, Disney's Old Key West Resort will be undergoing a wholesale refurb. Work most likely to cause a noise impact will be limited to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This refurbishment is expected to be completed in 2019. |
| Apr. 15 - Until Further Notice | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Art of Animation General Refurbishment In an effort to make future visits more magical, Disney's Art of Animation Resort is currently undergoing some refurbishment projects across the Resort. During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available, including dining, merchandise and recreation locations. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00am. |
| Apr. 23 - Fall 2017 | The Landing : Disney Springs | Portobello Country Italian Trattoria Terralina Crafted Italian is slated to open this fall on the site of the former Portobello Country Italian Trattoria. No official opening date has been announced yet. |
| May. 01 - Fall 2018 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Cabana Pool Bar and Calypso Trading Post A variety of dining options will be available for all meals. Centertown will serve breakfast and dinner. Grab 'n' Go options will be available in three island markets: Aruba, Jamaica, and Martinique. |
| 5/15/17 - Nov. 23 | Yacht Club : Disney Resorts | Captain's Grille The reopening of the Captain's Grille has been delayed until mid- to late November. For now, the Captain's Grille breakfast and lunch menus are being served in the Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club. There will be no Captain's Grille dinner service. When Captain's Grille reopens, it will be known as the Ale and Compass Restaurant. |
| May. 22 - May. 27 | Land Pavilion : EPCOT | Circle of Life |
| May. 30 - TBA | The West Side : Disney Springs | Jaleo A new restaurant coming from Chef Jose Andres. |
January 2022 |
| 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. |
| Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
| Under Construction - Mar 1, 2022 | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser : Disney Resorts | Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, more simply known to some as the Star Wars hotel, is a two-night, fully-immersive “cruise” adventure located adjacent to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It is the most highly-themed Resort that Disney has ever built, and it promises to transport guests into the world of Star Wars for an experience like no other. The hotel's GRAND OPENING is set for March 1st, 2022. |
| 2020 - CLOSED | Polynesian : Disney Resorts | Spirit Of Aloha Disney has confirmed that Spirit of Aloha will not be returning after its closure at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Mar 2020 - Mar. 31, 2022 | All Star Sports : Disney Resorts | Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Reopening All-Star Sports Resort will reopen on March 31st, 2022. Guests can begin booking their stays at the hotel on December 22nd, 2021. |
| 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! |
| Under Construction - TBD | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | PLAY! Pavilion Part of the EPCOT Transformation, the PLAY! Pavilion will be an interactive metropolis and you will find a city filled with games, activities, and experiences that connect you with friends, family, and beloved Disney characters like never before. |
| 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 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Across all 4 parks |
| Nov. 2021 - Apr. 23rd | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | Souk-al-Magreb The Souk-al-Magreb store will be closed in EPCOT's Morocco Pavilion through February 5th, 2022. |
| Jan. 1 - Jan. 31 | Caribbean Beach : Disney Resorts | Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort The bridges that connect Old Port Royale to the Aruba and Jamaica neighborhoods are closed for maintenance at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort in January 2022. Guests can still travel between Old Port Royale and the Aruba and Jamaica neighborhoods using the internal shuttle. During this time, Caribbean Cay is also closed. |
| Early Jan. - Late Feb. | Art of Animation : Disney Resorts | Flippin' Fins Pool The Flippin’ Fins Pool is set to close at Disney's Art of Animation Resort for refurbishment beginning in early January 2022 through late February 2022. During this time, other pool and recreation offerings will still be open including The Big Blue Pool and Cozy Cone Pool. |
| Jan. - April | Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village : Disney Resorts | Samawati Springs Pool Samawati Springs Pool at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas — Kidani Village will be unavailable from January 2022 through April 2022. The other pool, located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Jambo House will remain open during the closure. |
| Jan. 05 - Jan. 09 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend |
| Jan. 7 - Feb. 21 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2022 Epcot International Festival of the Arts |
| Jan. 23 - Jan. 28 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | Disney Skyliner Disney’s Skyliner service between Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Riviera Resort, and EPCOT will be closed for refurbishment from January 23rd through January 28th, 2022. |
May 2022 |
| 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. |
| Under Construction - May 27th | Future World East : EPCOT | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind The Guardians of Galaxy themed coaster will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world and feature a brand-new ride system. Disney has shared that the ride will open in Summer 2022. |
| 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! |
| Under Construction - TBD | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | PLAY! Pavilion Part of the EPCOT Transformation, the PLAY! Pavilion will be an interactive metropolis and you will find a city filled with games, activities, and experiences that connect you with friends, family, and beloved Disney characters like never before. |
| 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 | EPCOT : 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. 2 - Jul. 4 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2022 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival |
| 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. |
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. |
| 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 | EPCOT : 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. |
| Jan. 4 - Jan. 8 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend |
| 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 |
| Jan. 22 - Jan. 29 | EPCOT : Walt Disney World | Disney Skyliner The Skyliner will close for refurbishment from January 22, 2023 to January 29, 2023. |
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. |
| 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! |
| 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 |
