Don’t go to Disney World until you’ve seen what’s going to be CLOSED at the theme parks and hotels.
Kali River Rapids
Rides, attractions, restaurants, and other things have to close occasionally as Disney updates and refurbishes them. So that you’re prepared before your upcoming trip, check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World next week here!
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Now that you’re ready with the perfect Disney ‘fits, check out our full list of what’s going to be CLOSED in Disney World next week.
Magic Kingdom
Splash Mountain
Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd for a long refurbishment. The ride is being re-themed to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, with a Princess and the Frog theme!
New signs
The new ride will reopen sometime in late 2024.
Click here to learn all about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.
The Tomorrowland Light & Power gift shop is still closed for refurbishments, and Disney hasn’t announced when it’ll reopen. For now, it’s scheduled to be closed for all of next week.
Light & Power Co.
In the meantime, guests who visit Space Mountain are being directed to exit the ride a different way.
Enchanted Tales with Belle
Enchanted Tales with Belle is where guests could previously help Belle tell the story of Beauty and the Beast.
Enchanted Tales with Belle
Disney announced recently that this attraction will reopen on February 19th, 2023!
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Kali River Rapids
Kali River Rapids is still closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Kali River Rapids
This water ride closed on January 9th. It’s currently showing operating times on Disney’s website starting on March 17th, so the attraction may reopen on that day — we’ll continue to watch for more updates.
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
This Little Mermaid-themed stage show has been closed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for a long time now.
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Disney hasn’t announced when or if the Voyage of the Little Mermaid will reopen.
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EPCOT
Cool Wash
Cool Wash temporarily had a new sign that re-named the spot “Refreshment Kiosk,” but that sign has been removed. The snack kiosk is still closed and blocked off by several plants.
Cool Wash
Disney hasn’t announced when Cool Wash will reopen, but we’ll watch for any changes.
Something went MISSING in EPCOT.
Disney World Hotels
Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
Narcoossee’s is an upscale seafood restaurant at the Grand Floridian, and it’s been closed for several months now.
Narcoossee’s
This restaurant will reopen sometime in 2023 with an “enhanced dining experience.” We’ll be watching for Disney to announce a more specific reopening date.
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Disney World Water Parks
Typhoon Lagoon
Typhoon Lagoon is closed in Disney World, and Disney hasn’t announced when it’ll reopen.
Typhoon Lagoon Entrance
Disney World’s other water park, Blizzard Beach, is open most days, although it closes sometimes if the weather is cool. Be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for updates!
Check out our full guide to Typhoon Lagoon here.
Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? Check out these posts to learn all about Disney World’s rides:
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Paddock pool at Saratoga Springs closed overnight on Monday with no prior warning ,according to a cast member it’s closed for 2 weeks + had we known this before we booked we would have changed our holiday accordingly .This is just another example of Disney having total disregard for their guests.