Disney World continues to see significant changes as multiple attractions, restaurants, and areas undergo refurbishments or permanent closures. The Carousel of Progress is scheduled for a major update until 2027, while the Rivers of America area will be permanently closed to make way for the new Cars-themed Piston Peak expansion. Several other locations including Vacation Fun and Animation Courtyard are also temporarily closed for various projects. New lands like Tropical Americas at EPCOT and Monstropolis at Hollywood Studios are in development, promising exciting future experiences for visitors. Meanwhile, hotels across the resort area face ongoing construction affecting transportation options and dining availability. Despite these changes, Disney continues to expand its offerings with new attractions and themed areas planned for opening in coming years.
Key Points:
- Carousel of Progress closed on July 6th for a major refurbishment expected to last until 2027
- Rivers of America, Liberty Square Riverboat, and Tom Sawyer Island are permanently closed as of July 7th, 2025 to make way for Piston Peak
- Vacation Fun is closing again on August 9th with no reopening date announced yet
- Animation Courtyard closed on September 25th, 2025 to become The Magic of Disney Animation attraction
- Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo closed on June 8th, 2025 for the new Monsters Inc land construction
- Monstropolis will open in 2027 with two brand-new attractions themed like a National Park
- La Signature store in France Pavilion closed for refurbishment on June 30th
- DinoLand USA officially closed on February 2nd to make way for Tropical Americas expansion
- Convention Center at Coronado Springs Resort began refurbishment on August 10th expected through September 2027
- Jellyrolls at Disney’s BoardWalk permanently closed on April 19th, 2025 with a new Hurly-Burly lounge planned