If you’re heading to Disneyland next week, we’ve got a word of warning about one of the park’s classic rides.
Pirates of the Caribbean Disneyland
Now, it’s no secret that fans say Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland is WAY better than Pirates of the Caribbean in Disney World, and if you were looking forward to riding this classic attraction, we’ve got some bad news: the ride will be closing for a lengthy refurbishment starting on May 4th. Ouch.
That’s right, Pirates of the Caribbean will be closed in New Orleans Square in Disneyland Park on May the 4th (which is also a HUGE day in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge). According to the Disneyland calendar, there are no hours for the ride on May 4th through June 11th (as far as the calendar currently goes).
Pirates of the Caribbean
That’s not all, though. This closure also seems to be impacting Blue Bayou, the restaurant you’ll find INSIDE the ride. So it looks like this might be quite a huge refurbishment happening inside Pirates. Blue Bayou’s hours show that it will also close on May 4th, but there is a tentative opening set for May 21st because hours are showing on the website (Disney has not confirmed an opening timeline for the ride).
Blue Bayou
These aren’t the only closures impacting Disneyland, though. In Tomorrowland, Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters has been closed since April 13th, with no tentative reopening date announced yet. In Disney California Adventure, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is currently closed, but is expected to open on May 31st. Silly Symphony Swings closed recently on April 27th, with no reopening date announced yet.
Silly Symphony Swings
We’ll keep an eye out for more closures in Disneyland and Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
This Part of Disneyland Just Got WAY More Crowded
DON'T DO IT ALONE!
Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise.
Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!)
So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you 🙂
Will this impact your trip to Disneyland this summer? Let us know in the comments!
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
TRENDING NOW
Here's how to get the most out of the Disney Dining Plan at the EPCOT...
Here is a list of six of the BEST Loungefly sales currently available on Amazon!
BIG changes are coming fast and we’re breaking down what’s disappearing, what you still need...
Big progress is being made on the new Monsters, Inc. Land coming to Disney's Hollywood...
Picking the right Disneyland Resort hotel is tricky, but we're here to help!
EPCOT fans have had ENOUGH of this quick-service restaurant habit, and honestly, the stink eye...
If you're heading to Hollywood Studios in June, read this first.
New snacks just arrived in Disneyland!
These portable fans for Disney World will sell out faster than Lightning Lanes!
April has delivered some incredible Disney discounts!
We have a first look at the NEW Disney Hallmark ornaments coming out in 2026!
Hear us out: This could be the best thing that ever happened to the Muppets.
If you're ready to save on your next Disney World trip by not paying for...
Universal just brought back its Dining Pass!
Disney World restaurant menus changed this week!
This snack in Epic Universe CANNOT go unhyped for a second longer!
Real Disney fans have these 14 important dates marked in their calendars for the rest...
Changes are coming to TSA.
Shopping for Disney items doesn't get better than this!
Your Disney World shoes matter more than your park bag. I said what I said.