Watch out! A few rides, restaurants, and other attractions are going to be CLOSED this week in Disney World.
Let’s check out all of the temporary closures that will affect the Disney World parks and hotels from February 4th through the 10th.
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Magic Kingdom
Country Bear Jamboree
Country Bear Jamboree is going to be reimagined in Magic Kingdom! The show closed on January 27th and should reopen with the new, updated show sometime this summer.
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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd, 2023, and it’ll remain closed until late 2024.
Disney is re-theming the ride to give it aPrincess and the Frogtheme. When it reopens, it’ll be called Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. On a recent trip, we spotted a new mural on the wall in the queue area. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates.
Learn more about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure here.
Barrel Bridge at Tom Sawyer Island
Over on Tom Sawyer Island, the barrel bridge is currently closed. In fact, it’s missing completely!
A Cast Member told us that the bridge had been removed for refurbishments, and they’re not sure when it might be back. The bridge disappeared several months ago, but we’re still hoping that it might be back soon! We’ll be sure to let you know about any updates.
Tomorrowland Terrace
Tomorrowland Terrace in Magic Kingdom has only ever been open occasionally, usually during particularly busy seasons. However, it’s been a LONG time since we’ve seen this spot open.
Currently, it’s only used for Magic Kingdom dessert parties.
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed on January 8th and will remain closed for a pretty long time. The ride is expected to reopen in the summer of this year, which means the refurbishment will last at least a few months.
We don’t have an exact reopening date yet, but we’ll keep you updated when we learn more!
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
The Voyage of the Little Mermaid as we know it will NOT return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s closed now, and Disney has confirmed that this show has permanently closed.
“The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure”, an all-new stage show, will replace the show in the Animation Courtyard theater in Fall 2024.
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EPCOT
Restaurant Marrakesh
Restaurant Marrakesh is kind of closed and kind of not.
The restaurant is technically open, but just as a lounge (not as an actual restaurant). We’re still waiting for the full experience to return!
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Kali River Rapids
Kali River Rapids in Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed on January 8th and will remain closed until mid-March. Right now, Disney’s calendar is showing that it should reopen on March 16th.
This ride usually shuts down for refurbishments for a little while during the chillier months, when water rides are less popular.
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Disney World Hotel Closures
1900 Park Fare
1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is a character meal that’s been closed for a couple of years now.
We’re still waiting to hear more about this spot! In the meantime, a new afternoon tea service is going to open in early 2024, when The Cake Bake Shop opens on the Boardwalk.
Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
The Fuentes del Morro pool at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort will be closed from January 2024 to late March 2024.
You may see or hear construction during this pool’s refurbishment. If you want to go swimming, you can head to any of the other leisure pools at Caribbean Beach Resort.
Doubloon Lagoon Pool at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter
The Doubloon Lagoon pool at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter will be closed for refurbishment from January 2024 to April 2024.
Guests staying at the French Quarter resort can use the Ol’ Man Island pool at Port Orleans — Riverside while the French Quarter pool is closed.
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Typhoon Lagoon
Typhoon Lagoon is currently closed in Disney World.
Disney World’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, however, is open!
Learn more about Typhoon Lagoon here.
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Now, let's discuss the temporary closures that will affect the Disney World parks and hotels from February 4th through the 10th.
Magic Kingdom
- Country Bear Jamboree: The Country Bear Jamboree show in Magic Kingdom closed on January 27th and is expected to reopen with a new, updated show sometime this summer.
- Splash Mountain: Splash Mountain closed on January 23rd, 2023, and will remain closed until late 2024. Disney is re-theming the ride to give it a Princess and the Frog theme. When it reopens, it will be called Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
- Barrel Bridge at Tom Sawyer Island: The barrel bridge on Tom Sawyer Island is currently closed for refurbishments. The exact reopening date is unknown.
- Tomorrowland Terrace: Tomorrowland Terrace in Magic Kingdom has been closed for a while and is currently only used for Magic Kingdom dessert parties.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster in Disney's Hollywood Studios closed on January 8th and is expected to reopen in the summer of this year.
- Voyage of the Little Mermaid: The Voyage of the Little Mermaid show in Disney's Hollywood Studios has permanently closed. It will be replaced by an all-new stage show called "The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure" in the Animation Courtyard theater in Fall 2024.
EPCOT
- Restaurant Marrakesh: Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT is currently open as a lounge but not as an actual restaurant. The full experience is yet to return.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
- Kali River Rapids: Kali River Rapids in Disney's Animal Kingdom closed on January 8th and is scheduled to reopen on March 16th. This ride typically undergoes refurbishments during the chillier months when water rides are less popular.
Disney World Hotels
- 1900 Park Fare: 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort has been closed for a couple of years. There is no specific information available about its reopening.
- Fuentes del Morro Pool at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort: The Fuentes del Morro pool at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is closed from January 2024 to late March 2024 for refurbishment.
- Doubloon Lagoon Pool at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter: The Doubloon Lagoon pool at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter is closed for refurbishment from January 2024 to April 2024. Guests staying at the French Quarter resort can use the Ol' Man Island pool at Port Orleans - Riverside during the closure.
Please note that the information provided is based on available sources and may be subject to change. It's always a good idea to check the official Disney World website or contact Disney directly for the most up-to-date information on closures and refurbishments.
