Downtown Disney District demolition Archives

PHOTOS: Colorful Paneling Arrives and Pathway Paving Begins for Downtown Disney District Reimagining at Disneyland Resort

June 30, 2023 Justin Giglio

Colorful paneling has arrived and pathway paving has begun for the Downtown Disney District reimagining. Downtown Disney District Construction Takes Shape Construction has moved quickly since our last update. Concrete buildings are taking shape and scaffolding has been erected near the exterior of the building and the steel framework that has been installed. Much of … Read more

PHOTOS: Sprinkles Bakery Demolished in Downtown Disney District of Disneyland Resort

May 24, 2023 Lisa Stump

Demolition crews have moved onto the former location of Sprinkles in the Downtown Disney District following our Uva Bar & Café report from last week. Sprinkles Demolition The Catal restaurant and its outdoor Uva Bar & Cafe closed on April 9 to “make way for an exciting new addition to the Downtown Disney District!” The … Read more

PHOTOS: Uva Bar & Café Completely Demolished at Downtown Disney District

May 11, 2023 Shannen Michaelsen

Uva Bar & Café has been completely demolished at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort soon after demolition began. Uva Bar & Café Demolition The Catal restaurant and its outdoor Uva Bar & Cafe closed on April 9 in order to “make way for an exciting new addition to the Downtown Disney District!” Since we … Read more

Disney Stock Dives to Multi-Year Low, Walt Disney World Closures and Phased Reopenings Due to Hurricane Nicole, & More: Daily Recap (11/9/22)

November 9, 2022 Madison Skowronski

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 Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Construction Moving Slowly For Downtown Disney District Reimagining

September 25, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

While demolition was completed and the land was cleared four months ago, we haven’t seen significant construction at Downtown Disney District yet. The district’s west side is being completely reimagined. Several construction vehicles are parked at the site, behind construction walls. One section is roped off with orange tape. A tank from earthwork company Southern … Read more

Land Cleared for Downtown Disney District Reimagining

May 11, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Following the demolition of the AMC Theater and other businesses on the west side of Downtown Disney District, the land has now been cleared for construction. The ground is almost completely flat now, except for a large, shallow hole. The tracks of construction vehicles cut through the dirt, but no vehicles were visible when we … Read more

Excavator Rolls Into Downtown Disney District Construction Site

April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Since the AMC Theater was completely demolished, there hasn’t been much to see beyond the colorful construction walls in Downtown Disney District. During our most recent trip, we could see an excavator. It was atop a hill of rocks, so it was clearly visible over the walls. The Downtown Disney reimagining started with demolition back in … Read more

Earl of Sandwich Pop-Up Location Coming to Downtown Disney District

April 28, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

After its full location was closed to make way for a major reimagining of Downtown Disney District, Earl of Sandwich is returning to the district with a pop-up location. Orange County Register shared that the new location will be between the former ESPN Zone and former Rainforest Cafe (now Star Wars Trading Post). This is … Read more

Final Remnants of AMC Theater Removed During Downtown Disney District Reimagining

March 30, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The green gazebo structure that once stood outside the Downtown Disney District AMC is now gone as buildings in the area are demolished for a major reimagining. We could still see the green structure a week ago after the rest of the building had been torn down. Yesterday, we could still see the AMC logo … Read more

Magic Key Straw, Christmas Trees, Pink Trees & More: Disneyland Resort Photo Report 3/21/22

March 29, 2022 Charly Shelton

Hey there, hi there, ho there! We headed down to the Disneyland Resort for a brief visit to see all there is to see. We spent most of our day in Disney California Adventure, but we popped across the way just to check in on a few things. So come along as we take in … Read more

AMC Demolished During Downtown Disney District Reimagining

March 23, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The AMC has been completely demolished at Downtown Disney District as the reimagining of the west side continues. Starbucks was demolished earlier this month and the buildings continue to come down behind the colorful construction walls. We can now look straight on to the trees on the other side. Some construction vehicles are visible behind … Read more

Pink Trees, Sweet Snacks, Returning Characters & More: Disneyland Resort Photo Report 3/15/22

March 22, 2022 Charly Shelton

Hey there, hi there, ho there! We headed down to the Disneyland Resort to take advantage of the gorgeous weather and see what there is to see. So come join us on this grand circle tour of both parks! Disneyland On Main Street, U.S.A., we were happy to see that the Crystal Arcade is visible … Read more

Demolition Continues as Downtown Disney Undergoes a Reimagining

March 15, 2022 Rebecca Davis

Here’s a fresh look at the progress of the ongoing reimagining of the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland. Demolition continues on the project, which forced the closure of Starbucks, Sugarboo & Co., and Earl of Sandwich. A new open grassy area will provide a space for guests to relax. There will also be space for … Read more

Starbucks Completely Demolished at Downtown Disney District

March 4, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The west side of Downtown Disney District is receiving a major refurbishment. Several businesses in the area, including Starbucks, closed to make way for the work, which began last month. The Starbucks building has now been completely demolished, leaving a large open space between buildings behind the colorful construction walls. There was a crew member … Read more

Citrus Swirl Discontinued at Sunshine Tree Terrace, New Complimentary Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Magnet Coming Soon, & More: Daily Recap (2/21/22)

February 21, 2022 Jade Mackey

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 Monday, February 21, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Demolition Begins at West Side of Downtown Disney District

February 21, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

After the closure of several businesses in Downtown Disney District, construction has begun on the reimagining of the district’s west side. Walls were erected a few weeks ago, but not much work has been visible. From inside Downtown Disney District, everything looks relatively normal. The edge of this awning has been stripped. We could see … Read more