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Disney is no stranger to big changes, and 2026 is already shaping up to be another year of massive shifts across the parks and resorts.
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From attractions being re-themed to entire lands closing, from new ships on the seas to price changes that will impact your vacation budget, there’s a lot to track. To help you plan ahead, we’ve rounded up the 20 biggest Disney changes that are officially confirmed for 2026 — and broken down exactly how each one will impact your trip.
Disney World is constantly changing, and 2026 is shaping up to be a HUGE year for Hollywood Studios.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios entrance
Between a beloved ride getting a complete reimagining and a whole area of the park transforming into something brand new, you’re going to notice some big differences the next time you visit. If you thought Hollywood Studios couldn’t get more exciting after the additions of Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land, just wait. Let’s break down the two major changes coming to the park in 2026.
There’s nothing worse than getting hyped for a ride at Disney World only to find out it’s closed when you get there.
Former Muppets Courtyard blocked
Some fan-favorite attractions are going behind construction walls in 2025 and won’t be back until sometime in 2026. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just trying to stay ahead of the changes, here’s what we know so far about the upcoming closures at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A couple of these are big, so if they’re on your must-do list, you’ll want to plan around them.
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