One of Magic Kingdom’s most beloved classic attractions is heading into a major overhaul, and if you’re planning a trip this summer or fall, this is absolutely something you need to know about.
Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress will close for refurbishment beginning July 6, 2026, with an expected reopening sometime in 2027. That’s a significant chunk of time offline, but the reason behind the closure makes the wait genuinely exciting. Here’s everything you need to know about the closure, what’s changing, and why this update is actually a really big deal.











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