Walt Disney World and Disneyland Refurb List 9/23/14

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To ensure you are up to date on refurbishment closures at Walt Disney World and Disneyland we would like to share the following information from the parks with you. “Please be advised that refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting.”

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Walt Disney World
Information and dates subject to change without notice. Last Updated September 22, 2014

Magic Kingdom

  • Astro Orbiter Jun. 2 – Sep. 27, 2014
  • Mickey’s PhilharMagic Sep. 8 – 27, 2014
  • Carousel of Progress Sep. 22 – 27, 2014
  • Enchanted Tiki Room Sep. 27 – Oct. 3, 2014
  • Walt Disney World Railroad Sep. 29 – Nov. 7, 2014
  • The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour Sep. 29 – Nov. 7, 2014
  • The Magic Carpets of Aladdin Nov. 10 – 21, 2014
  • Haunted Mansion  Dec. 1 – 19, 2014
  • Cinderella’s Royal Table Jan. 5 – Mar. 6, 2015
  • Harmony Barber Shop  Feb. 2 – Mar. 30, 2015
  • The Yankee Trader Jul. 28 – TBD
  • Splash Mountain Jan. 4 – 30, 2015

Epcot

  • World Showcase Players – Entertainment offering discontinued Sep. 25, 2014
  • MO’ROCKIN – Entertainment offering discontinued Sep. 27, 2014
  • Off Kilter – Entertainment offering discontinued Sep. 27, 2014
  • Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps – Entertainment offering discontinued Sep. 27, 2014
  • MaelstromLocation ClosingOct. 6, 2014
  • The Spirit of Norway – Location Closing- Oct. 6, 2014

Hollywood Studios

  • Fantasmic!  Nov. 19 – 21, 2014
  • Studio Backlot Tour – Location Closing Sep. 28, 2014

Animal Kingdom

  • It’s Tough to be a Bug  Jul. 7 – Sep. 27, 2014
  • Wild by Design Tour – Discontinuation of Tour  Sep. 26, 2014
  • Pangani Research Center – Aviary and Hippo viewing closed Sep. 2 – Nov. 14, 2014
  • Kali River Rapids Jan. 20 – Feb. 4, 2015

Monorail
*EFFECTS MONORAIL LOOP RESORTS!*

Magic Kingdom Beam Sep. 1 – 26, 2014
Monorail service will be adjusted on the Magic Kingdom Park beams in order to accommodate the installation of a new state-of-the art train control system. As a result, monorail service will run from:

  • 8:30 a.m.- 11:00 p.m. on the Magic Kingdom Resort beam (12:00 a.m. during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party)
  • 9:30 a.m.- 1 hour after Magic Kingdom Fireworks on the Magic Kingdom Express beam

Epcot Beam Jun. 22 – Sep. 26, 2014
Monorail service will be adjusted on the Epcot beam in order to accommodate the installation of a new state-of-the art train control system. As a result, monorail service will run from:

  • 9 a.m. -11 p.m. on the Epcot beam

Water Parks

Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Closed for Annual Refurbishment  Oct. 26, 2014 – Jan. 3, 2015

Blizzard Beach Water Park Closed for Annual Refurbishment  Jan. 4 – Mar. 14, 2015

Resorts

Disney’s All Star Music Resort

  • Intermission Food Court Aug. 1 – Dec. 19, 2014
    Note’able Games Arcade will serve as a temporary location for grab-and-go meals such as sandwiches, salads, and bakery items. Transportation will be provided for Guests who wish to dine at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort or Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. Pizza and other items available for in-room delivery daily from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Note’able Games Arcade Jul. 26 – Dec. 19, 2014
    Guests may visit the arcades available at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort and Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.

Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

  • Uwanja Camp- Water Play area not available- Sep. 22 – Oct. 24, 2014

Disney’s Boardwalk Inn

  • Kouzzina by Cat Cora Location Closing Sep. 30, 2014

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Fuentes del Morro Water Play Area Sep. 2 – 26, 2014
    Fuentes del Morro Feature Pool not affected

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  •   n/a

Disney’s Polynesian Resort

  • General Construction Dec. 2013 – Mar. 2015
    The east portion of the beach (near the Transportation and Ticket Center) and Sunset Point are being refurbished and are unavailable. Guests may see or hear work in progress.
  • Great Ceremonial House – Lobby Mar. – Dec. 2014
    The atrium is being reimagined to highlight the cultural elements of Polynesia and provide more expansive views. At certain times of day, there may be some noise and alternative paths of travel may be needed throughout the Great Ceremonial House. To enhance the check-in experience, Guests are encouraged to participate in Online Check-In.
  • Nanea Volcano Pool and Slide Jul. 28, 2014 – early 2015
    The main pool and slide will be closed for enhancements. Guests who stay at Disney’s Polynesian Resort while the main pool is closed will receive one complimentary ticket for each member of their party to visit Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park during their stay.
  • Kona Island Aug. 8 – Sep. 30, 2014
  • Samoa Snacks Aug. 25, 2014 – TBD Merchandise Location Closure

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

  • n/a

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

  • Silver Creek Springs Pool Sep. 3 – Nov. 27, 2014
    The main pool and slide will be closed for enhancements. During this time, the leisure pool at The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will remain open. Guests will also have the opportunity to visit either the Main Pool at Disney’s Contemporary Resort or the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Complimentary transportation will be provided to both of these neighboring resorts.
  • Trout Pass Pool Bar Sep. 3 – Nov. 27, 2014

Walt Disney World Swan Hotel

  • Guest Room Renovations Aug. 20, 2014 – TBD
    Renovation work is scheduled to take place between 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily. No guests will be accommodated in the renovation area as to minimize impact on the guest experience.

Downtown Disney Area

  • Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive  Through Mar. 2016
    Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences.

Golf Courses/Miniature Golf
All locations where showing work in October-November previously but removed from the list on 9/12/14. 

Disneyland
From Disney “Information and dates subject to change without notice. Last Updated September 19, 2014″

Disneyland Park

  • Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Jan. 6 – Sep. 26, 2014
  • Main Street Photo Supply Co. Sep. 2 – 23, 2014
  • Horse Drawn Street Cars Sep. 2 – Oct. 15, 2014
  • Mark Twain Riverboat Sep. 5 – Nov. 28, 2014
  • Fantasyland Fruit Cart Sep. 8 – Oct. 16, 2014
  • Captain EO Magic Eye Theater Sep. 12 – 25, 2014
  • Stage Door Cafe Sep. 16 – 23, 2014
  • Matterhorn Bobsleds Sep. 22 – 24, 2014
  • Roger Rabit’s Car Toon Spin Sep. 22 – 25, 2014
  • China Closet Sep. 24 – 26, 2014
  • it’s a small world Oct. 20 – Nov. 6, 2014
  • Plaza Inn Oct. 27 – Nov. 6, 2014
  • Big Thunder Ranch – Petting Farm Nov. 1 – 6, 2014
  • Space Mountain Nov. 3, 2014

Disney California Adventure

  • blue sky Cellar Nov. 25, 2013 – Sep. 27, 2014
  • Boudin Bakery Oct. 21, 2014 – Jan. 16, 2015
  • Turtle Talk with Crush (Disney Animation) Oct. 28 – 29, 2014

Resorts

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

  • Napa Rose Restaurant Aug. 4 – Oct. 1, 2014
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