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If you were planning on spending a relaxing day by the pool at Disney World, you need to know about these 3 new closures! More Disney World hotel pools are temporarily closing for maintenance this week.
Disney’s Old Key West
We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. There are THREE new pool closures starting this week, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are also rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week.
Even MORE closures are hitting Disney World this week! There is a lot of construction underway as Disney works to bring new lands to life at Disney World, such as Pueblo Esperanza and Piston Peak National Park. And even amid all the closures for these expansions, other attractions and locations are also closed for maintenance and updates.
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. There are THREE new closures starting this week, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week, including the three new ones.
Exciting news out of Disney to start your day off on a super fun note — we just got a look at one of the newly refreshed scenes coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin!
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This attraction closed for a lengthy refurbishment back in August 2025 and is set to open in the spring of 2026. The refurbishment adds lots of refreshed elements to the ride, such as the ride vehicles and new cordless blasters, but we just got a look at what one of the final scenes of the ride will look like after its refurb!
Are you hoping to meet Donald, Daisy, Minnie, and Goofy in Magic Kingdom this week? We have a heads-up for you: a popular meet and greet area in Storybook Circus is temporarily closing. However, you CAN still meet these beloved characters during your visit!
The Astounding Donaldo!
While their usual meet and greet spot will be closing for a bit, these characters will still be available to meet in Storybook Circus. We have all the details about this closure, plus ALL the other closures you should expect in Disney World this week!
It is hard to believe it is almost 2026! It is a busy time at Disney World, and we are here to make sure you make the most of your vacation! You may be looking forward to escaping the cold and spending some time at your Disney World hotel’s pool. Cooler weather (highs in the 60s) is coming to Disney World next week, but a trip to the pool may still be on your must-dos. However, we have a heads up!
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
A popular Disney World hotel will be closing for maintenance, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are also rounding up everything that is closed in Disney World this week, so you can be prepared!
We are eagerly awaiting our chance to battle Emperor Zurg once again and attempt to become a Galactic Hero in Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom. The point-and-shoot attraction is currently undergoing refurbishment, and it is expected to reopen in spring 2026.
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
This popular attraction is getting quite a few changes during its refurbishment! There will be new ride vehicles, new targets, new blasters, and a new character! Walt Disney Imagineering recently shared a new look at the ride’s latest character, Buddy, and we are getting even more excited for the reopening.
This new Disney souvenir is BEGGING us to buy it…even if our wallets vehemently disagree…
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We’ve seen just about every Disney souvenir, but once in a while, one comes along that blows our socks off. While we appreciate the classics like Minnie ears and Disney pins, some Disney souvenirs are built differently. Sometimes, a souvenir comes along that costs MORE THAN A DISNEY WORLD ANNUAL PASS…and we kinda get it!
January sounds like the perfect time to visit Disney World until you realize how many little surprises come with it.
The Skyliner closes temporarily in January
Yes, the weather is cooler, and the crowds are usually lighter, but January has its own set of planning challenges that can catch even experienced Disney fans off guard. If you are heading to Disney World in January 2026, there are a few key things you’re going to want to know ahead of time. Knowing these now can help you avoid frustration and set more realistic expectations once you are in the parks.
Merry (almost) Christmas! It is one of the most magical times at Disney World — but also one of the busiest. If you are heading to Disney World this week, we hope you have a fantastic time (and pack a bit of extra patience). Disney World is currently undergoing major changes, with construction underway for new lands and some attractions closed for maintenance.
Magic Kingdom
We are here to keep you up to date on the latest closures, so you aren’t surprised when something you have been wanting to experience is closed. We are rounding up everything that is closed in Disney World this Christmas week so you can be prepared!
January sounds like the easiest month to do Disney World, which is exactly why it can sneak up on you.
Skyliner closed
Cooler weather, lower crowds, and a post-holiday calm make January feel like a no-brainer. And honestly, it can be a great time to visit. You just need to know a few things going in. Think of this as that friend who has already made these mistakes, so you do not have to. If you are heading to Disney World in January 2026, here are the most common slip-ups we see and how to avoid them without stressing yourself out.
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