Disney recently implemented significant price increases across its parks, prompting a wave of complaints from visitors. To divert attention from these financial changes, the company launched numerous new experiences and updates throughout its properties. Several temporary closures occurred for refurbishments, including the Walt Disney World Railroad and Carousel of Progress, with reopening dates varying from a month to several years. More permanent changes include the closure of Rivers of America to make way for the new Cars-themed Piston Peak area, featuring new attractions and a national park aesthetic. Construction continues at multiple locations, such as Animal Kingdom Lodge, Coronado Springs, and Bay Lake Tower, affecting guest access to certain areas. New attractions like Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent are being developed for EPCOT, while Monsters Inc. land will offer unique experiences in Hollywood Studios. Despite these operational challenges, Disney maintains its focus on delivering magical experiences to guests.
Key Points:
- The Walt Disney World Railroad temporarily closed on September 28th and is expected to reopen on October 30th.
- Rivers of America, including the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island, are permanently closed as of July 7th, 2025 to make way for the new Piston Peak area.
- Carousel of Progress closed on July 6th for refurbishment and is set to reopen in 2027 with revamped scenes and a new animatronic.
- Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo closed on June 8th, 2025, while construction begins on the new Monsters Inc. land.
- EPCOT’s DinoLand USA officially closed on February 2nd to make way for the new Tropical Americas land, Pueblo Esperanza.
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will have various closures and restricted access between August and November 2025.
- The Convention Center at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort began refurbishment on August 10th, expected to last through September 2027.
- Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent is being developed as part of the new Tropical Americas land at EPCOT.