Disneyland “it’s a small world” Closed for Another Multi-Month Refurbishment

Visitors gather in front of the festive "it's a small world" facade at Disneyland, showcasing geometric designs and gold accents, with the iconic clock face wearing a Santa hat.

The Disneyland attraction “it’s a small world” is now closed for a long refurbishment and is not expected to open until sometime in the spring of 2025. “it’s a small world” New walls have been erected around the entire “it’s a small world” building facade, as the attraction is now closed for what is anticipated … Read more

Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom Now Closed for Trump Update, Disney Opts for Politically Neutral Signage

A crowd gathers outside the Hall of Presidents, where a striking blue sign complements the building's colonial architecture.

The Hall of Presidents has now closed at Magic Kingdom to prepare for the Donald Trump Audio-Animatronic to be added back to center stage. Hall of Presidents Closed for Trump Update The attraction is currently roped off with blue velvet stanchion rope blocking the entrance rather than construction walls. In addition to the ropes, an … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom 1/13/2025 (Dino-Rama Walls, Big Thunder Mountain Tracks, and More)

Visitors at the Magic Kingdom theme park are surrounded by enchanting sights, with a towering tree structure on the left and a majestic castle on the right.

Howdy! Today was a somber day, to say the least. The weather was cold and cloudy. Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama, and there were even more walls up in Magic Kingdom. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom It is the Monday post-Run Disney Marathon Weekend, and the crowds have shrunk. It was … Read more

PHOTOS: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closed Until 2026, Construction Walls Up at Magic Kingdom

A rocky, red-hued mountain formation set against a clear sky, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness will have to wait, as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially closed for a yearlong refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closed for Refurbishment After taking its final lap around the mountain for a long while, we stopped by on Monday, January 6 to find that construction … Read more

Visit These Walt Disney World Attractions – Before They’re Gone for GOOD

A large, white, multi-deck paddle steamboat named "Liberty Belle" is sailing on a river, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background. Passengers eagerly await the captain's daily recap of their scenic journey.

This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. As much as we love nostalgia and revisiting our favorite attractions year after year, the unfortunate truth is that some old must be done … Read more

Star Wars Trading Post Now Closed at Disney Springs for Santa Claus Meet and Greet

A brick building with a blank sign and windows resembles a quaint Trading Post. A woman stands nearby as green shrubs line the pathway leading to the entrance, evoking an atmosphere reminiscent of Disney Springs.

Star Wars Trading Post, one of two “Star Wars” gift shops at Disney Springs, has closed — seemingly permanently. Star Wars Trading Post Closed Star Wars Trading Post was a store in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs. It offered various “Star Wars” items including “off-planet” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge merchandise. All of the shop’s signage … Read more

PHOTOS: Tortuga Tavern at Magic Kingdom Closed Indefinitely

Front of Tortuga Tavern at Magic Kingdom

Tortuga Tavern at Magic Kingdom has been closed since at least Friday, June 7, with no reopening date available. Tortuga Tavern Closed The quick-service restaurant is located across from Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland. Guests can still walk into the dining area to relax in the shade. The restaurant’s menus are covered with panels … Read more

CONFIRMED: ‘Dr. Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts’ Show Closing at Disney California Adventure

Another entertainment cut is coming to Disneyland Resort, as the “Dr. Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts” show in Disney California Adventure will hold its final performance later this month. ‘Dr. Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts’ Closing at Disney California Adventure Following our rumor report earlier this week, Disneyland officials confirmed to the Orange … Read more

CONFIRMED: Club Pixar Closes Two Months Early Following Cast Member Unionization

Club Pixar sign

Club Pixar is now closed at Disney California Adventure, following recent rumors that the Pixar Fest offering would be cut short. Club Pixar Closed When searching for Club Pixar on the Disneyland Resort mobile app, the official page for the entertainment offering says that it is “Closed.” However, the Disneyland Resort official website does not … Read more

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Closed for Third Day in a Row at Universal Islands of Adventure

Jurassic World VelociCoaster sign with Team Member

Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed for a third day in a row, after significant downtime this weekend, leading to growing concern from fans about the extended unexpected closure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Technical Difficulties The Jurassic World-themed roller coaster has been closed for two full days now. According to an Inside … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closing Again This Weekend Due to Inclement Weather

Krakatau at Volcano Bay

Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Universal Volcano Bay will be closed again for one day this weekend due to inclement weather in Central Florida. Volcano Bay Closing This Weekend Per an announcement on Universal Orlando’s official X account (formerly Twitter), Volcano Bay will be closed on Sunday, January 7. Check out the original post: … Read more

Most of Frontierland Temporarily Closes for Possible Ruptured Sewage Line, Universal Pays Homage to The Great Movie Ride, & More: Daily Recap (9/3/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, September 3, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Haunted Mansion Initially Fails to Reopen Following Refurbishment, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Rationing Room Key Cards, & More: Daily Recap (8/10/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, August 10, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan’s Flight, and PeopleMover All Down This Morning at Magic Kingdom

It’s a rough morning for guests hoping to ride some of their favorite attractions early today, as Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan’s Flight, and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover were all temporarily closed at Magic Kingdom this morning. The PeopleMover recently came back to life, and Peter Pan’s … Read more

The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Experiencing Repeated Extended Downtime for Weeks at Magic Kingdom

The Magic Carpets of Aladdin attraction in the Adventureland portion of Magic Kingdom is currently down, and starting to show a pattern of frequent delays and interruptions. Magic Carpets Not Flying Yet Today Magic Kingdom opened at 9 a.m. this morning, and the carpets have remained non-operational since 9:02 a.m. Lightning Lane bookings are still … Read more

PHOTOS: Cheshire Café Closed, Possibly for the Season at the Magic Kingdom

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With the holiday crowds mostly gone, it seems that certain facilities around Walt Disney World will be closed for the season. One of the closures seems to be at Cheshire Café in the Magic Kingdom, which has its windows closed and menu removed. When our reporter spoke to a Cast Member, they noted that this … Read more