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2 Popular Rides Are CLOSING Temporarily in Disney World Next Week

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Next week is a BIG week in Disney World. The Festival of the Arts starts on January 13th, which will bring food booths, Broadway-style performances, and a Figment-themed scavenger hunt to EPCOT. But there are also a few closures happening at the theme parks that you need to be aware of before you visit.

Kali River Rapids

Some long-term closures will continue next week, but 2 popular rides will also shut down, starting on January 9th. Check out everything that’s going to be closed in Disney World here! [Read more…]

8 Things You CAN’T Do in Early 2023 in Disney World

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We’re at the tail end of the holiday season now, but a NEW kind of season is just getting started in Disney World.

Fantasyland

It’s refurbishment season! During the winter months (usually beginning in January), Disney often closes major rides to update them, which means if you’re visiting at this time, you might not be able to visit some of your favorite attractions. Although several rides are going to close later on in January, there won’t be too many new closures this coming week. Let’s take a look! [Read more…]

As One Ride Reopens, 9 Other Attractions Remain CLOSED in Disney World

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It’s a holiday week in Disney World, which means higher Genie+ prices, big crowds, and lots of festive snacks, decorations, and merchandise!

Main Street, U.S.A. at Christmastime!

If you’re in the parks this week, there are a few ride closures you’ll need to know about. Certain rides, hotel pools, and other Disney attractions are closed for refurbishments, and those updates could affect your vacation. Check out a full list of the closures here! [Read more…]

10 Closures That Might CHANGE Your Disney World Plans

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Headed to Disney World soon? Before you go, you’ll want to know what’s going to be CLOSED when you get there.

Cinderella Castle

Disney World will shut down rides and attractions periodically to update them, so you may see some closures during your upcoming vacation. We’ve got a full list of next week’s planned closures so that you’re prepared before your trip! [Read more…]

Could a Popular EPCOT Attraction Finally Reopen Next Week?

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EPCOT is decked out for the festive season right now, with Festival of the Holidays in full swing. Although there’s a lot to do in this park between the food booths, entertainment, Cookie Stroll, and more, there’s one attraction that’s been CLOSED for a long time now.

EPCOT

Could next week FINALLY be the week it reopens? We’re seeing some clues that have us hoping! Here’s a full list of all the temporary closures in Disney World this coming week, including updates about announced or possible reopenings.

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Every Temporary CLOSURE That Will Impact Disney World Next Week

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Right now might be the ideal time to visit Disney World! We saw some pretty big crowds in the parks around Thanksgiving time, and Genie+ price increases reflected the higher demand. But Genie+ has been around $15 to $17 per person lately (not $29 like we saw over the holiday weekend!), wait times at popular rides are lower, and crowds, in general, have been very light. It seems like early December is a great time to get all the holiday cheer in the parks without all the hassle of big crowds.

Main Street U.S.A. Christmas Decorations

If you’re visiting Disney World during this magical time, you’ll still need to know what’s going to be temporarily CLOSED during your next trip. Here’s a look at all of those refurbishments planned for the parks and hotels! [Read more…]

WAIT! Don’t Go to Disney World Without Seeing What’ll Be CLOSED at the Parks and Hotels

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Disney World was BUSY this past week as crowds flocked to the parks for Thanksgiving break. We saw big crowds and long wait times, but the rush may slow down this coming week as folks return to school and work.

Space Mountain line

If you’re heading to Disney World and hoping to hit that sweet spot in between holidays, you’ll want to know what’s going to be CLOSED during your upcoming vacation. Take a look at all the temporary closures at the parks and hotels here! [Read more…]

All the Rides and Hotels That Will Be Closed in Disney World in November

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Are you visiting Disney World in November? There’s a lot to do in the parks this month, with the start of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. We’re also looking forward to new eats and treats, holiday decorations, and some festive ride overlays.

Holiday decorations are up!

As you’re getting ready for your trip, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got all the essentials packed, you’ve decided on your must-try snacks, and you know which rides you want to prioritize. To help you out with that last one, we have a list of all the rides, attractions, and other things that will be temporarily CLOSED in November. Take a look so that you’re not met with any unpleasant surprises in the parks. [Read more…]

Everything That Will Be CLOSED in Disney World Next Week

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Refurbishment happens in Disney World, and that can mean anything from big construction changes to minor updates in the parks, hotels, and more!

Righteous Reef Playground

There’s a lot of new in Disney World right now, like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster that officially opened on May 27th, while other upcoming attractions such as TRON: Lightcycle Run ride and the Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana attraction are still in progress. And so that you don’t get to Disney World surprised by closures, let’s review all the closures coming up next week!

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Full List of What’s Going to be CLOSED in Disney World Next Week

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There are all kinds of new things coming to Disney World soon, like the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster, the TRON: Lightcycle Run ride, and the Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana attraction. But some existing attractions are getting updates and changes as well!

Construction can pop up anywhere!

Those updates sometimes mean that certain things are closed at the Disney World parks and hotels. To make sure you’ve got all the info you need before your upcoming trip, let’s take a look at all the closures for next week!

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