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We’ve Got A Reminder About This Ride in Disney World…It’s Closing SOON

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Things are a little chaotic in Disney’s Animal Kingdom right now. There’s a lot of construction going on, thanks to a new land, Pueblo Esperanza, that will be replacing DinoLand, U.S.A. Right now, only one ride has remained open in Dinoland, Dinosaur, although it will eventually close as construction progresses.

Kali River Rapids

Well, another ride will be closing for months in that park, too. Kali River Rapids will be closing for a refurbishment on October 6th. So if you have plans to ride it, you’ll need to get to Animal Kingdom ASAP.

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NEWS: Reopening Date Announced for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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Ride closures for refurbishment or updates are pretty common in Disney World, and right now, several rides are closed. In Magic Kingdom, both Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad are closed to get updates.

Spaceship Earth

Meanwhile, in EPCOT, Spaceship Earth is closed for a refurbishment. The good news is that these closure are temporary, and we now know when Spaceship Earth will reopen — on October 25th. Yes, you’ll soon be able to once again listen to Judi Dench explaining the history of communication to you while riding on what could be one of the most chill rides in Disney World.

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16 Closures Happening in Disney World This Week — Including 3 Hotel Pools!

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If you are heading to Disney World soon, we want to make sure you are prepared for the closures! There are currently three closures happening at Disney World hotel pools, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise.

Turtle Shack Pool at Old Key West

It is hard to beat a relaxing day by the pool, so you need to know about these pool closures. The good news is that every hotel with a pool closure has other pools that are open, so you won’t be left without a pool to relax by!

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Welp, There Goes Our Paychecks. A Disney Springs Store Has Reopened, and We’re Spilling the Details

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A store has officially reopened in Disney Springs! While this store wasn’t closed for long (only about two weeks), we are happy to see that it has reopened.

Rothy’s is open again!

Rothy’s at Disney Springs closed for a very brief refurbishment earlier this month, and as of September 26th it is back to business as normal. The store has been at Disney Springs for almost two years– it opened back in November 2023. Rothy’s focuses on sustainable and washable shoes and handbags. 

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This Disney World Ride Closure Might Ruin Your October Plans

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No matter how hard you plan, things might still pop up on your Disney World vacation that you weren’t expecting. That’s why it’s always a good idea to pay attention to the latest closures!

Kali River Rapids

If you’ve got an upcoming trip to Disney World planned, we need to warn you about an imminent ride closure at Kali River Rapids in Animal Kingdom.

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14 Closures That Could Impact Your Next Disney World Vacation

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Disney World is undergoing quite a few changes right now. Construction is underway for Pueblo Esperanza in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Piston Peak National Park in Magic Kingdom, and the Monsters, Inc. Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As a result, several attractions are permanently closed in Disney World. Plus, other attractions and experiences are also closed for refurbishment!

Construction Walls in Animation Courtyard

We don’t want to be caught off guard or surprised if your favorite attraction or location is having a planned closure. So we are rounding up all the closures that are happening this week in Disney World!

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Disney DELAYS Reopening of a Popular Restaurant

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A popular Disneyland restaurant will be closed for longer than anticipated!

Napa Rose

The reopening of Napa Rose, located inside Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, has been delayed. Previously, the restaurant was expected to reopen in the fall of 2025, but the reopening date has now been pushed back to early 2026.

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HUGE Change Hits Disney’s Hollywood Studios This Week

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There is a BIG change coming soon to Disney World! Disney’s Hollywood Studios is about to look a lot different, and you only have a few days before the changes take place.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

There are quite a few construction projects going on at Disney World right now including Pueblo Esperanza in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Piston Peak National Park in Magic Kingdom, and the Monsters, Inc. Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Well, another construction project is about to begin in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 

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Disney World Announces Multiple 2027 Refurbishment Projects at the BoardWalk Hotel

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Okay, if you’re like us, you’re planning your Disney World vacations WAY in advance…like maybe even two years out (hey, I’m as guilty as anyone, but we ALL need Disney trips to look forward to, right?).

BoardWalk Inn Entrance

So you might be in the process of thinking about your 2027 Disney World trip — trust us, we won’t judge! Well, if you are, you’ll need to know something important about at least one Disney World hotel: Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will have multiple parts of its resort under construction in 2027. In other words, think twice before booking that hotel.

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JUST ANNOUNCED: The Disney World Skyliner Will Temporarily Close in 2027

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Disney World has just announced another refurbishment — though this one isn’t happening until 2027!

Skyliner

The Disney Skyliner undergoes a routine closure each year to make sure things are running smoothly. Disney previously announced the dates for the 2026 closure, but now we officially have the dates for the 2027 closure as well!

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