While several Florida-based theme parks including Universal Orlando have or will be resuming their operations soon, state officials have just announced if the situation remains stable, California’s theme parks will be permitted to reopen in Phase Three which could be starting as early as June.
This includes major attractions such as Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood along with Knott’s Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain, SeaWorld San Diego, Legoland California, and other theme parks.
Just a day ago, California’s Orange County met the required criteria and was cleared to transition into a “full stage two” of California’s reopening plan.
Previously, some counties had been allowed to resume “limited services” at some retail locations, allowing curbside pickup and outdoor museums to operate. Since yesterday, counties are now able to make their own decisions regarding reopening in-store retail as long as certain safety measures and precautions are being taken into consideration.
As reported by the Orange County Register, California is now starting to shape Phase Three of its gradually unfolding plan, including when we might expect it to happen.
“Phase 3 is not a year away. It’s not six months away. It’s not even three months away. It may not even be more than a month away,” California Governor Gavin Newsom said. “We just want to make sure we have a protocol in place to secure customer safety, employee safety, and allow the businesses to thrive in a way that is sustainable.”
According to California Health and Human Services Agency spokesperson Kate Folmar, “The California Department of Public Health will issue detailed guidance with suggested modifications for how to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread when theme parks reopen.”
In addition to California’s theme parks reopening as early as next month, other “higher risk” businesses including salons, gyms, movie theaters, sporting events, and religious ceremonies are also being discussed with limited capacity and several modifications. We’ll continue to follow this story as it develops.
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What do you think about the possibility of theme parks reopening in California’s Phase Three? Let us know in the comments below.
Lynn says
When is the best time to book a vacation for Disney world in June 2021?
DFB Sarah says
Lynn, at this point, it’s hard to say. I would suggest seeing how things unfold in the future, and when reservations open back up (they’re closed to the public at the moment), you might have a better idea of what will work best for you.
Sheryl says
Would it be possible to date these articles? We’re excited about Disney reopening the parks but not quite sure how excited to be! Thank you
DFB Sarah says
Hi, Sheryl. I hear your pain! Our dates are in the URLs, which are tough to see on mobile devices, unfortunately. I’ve shared with the team!
Deneen says
Since the list of what few WDW restaurants will be reopening, maybe the DFB should do a video about other local restaurants nearby WDW, where guest (that are still coming during the reopening) can dine at.
Heather says
Hi, I have the same request. Can you put the article date in all the by-Lines?
I got all excited when I saw this link on your front page, until I realized I read it 3 months ago…