Don’t get caught by surprise during your Disney visit. Stay up to date on the latest Walt Disney World refurbishments and closures. We’ll keep you posted so that you know what to expect during your stay!
Refurbishments and closures as of November 29, 2018 are as follows:
MAGIC KINGDOM:
- Liberty Square Riverboat – Closed on January 8, 2018. Reopening still TBD.
- Tom Sawyers Island- closed for refurbishment 10/14/2018- 12/21/2018
- Walt Disney World Railroad- 12/3/2018. Reopening TBA.
- Peter Pan’s Flight- will be closed for refurbishment from 1/7 to 2/1/2019.
EPCOT:
NONE
HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS:
Jake and the Neverland Pirates– closed permenantly on 10/7/2018. Vamparina Meet and Greet replaced it in November, 2018
ANIMAL KINGDOM:
NONE
MONORAIL:
The Walt Disney World Monorail is undergoing refurbishment and may be on modified service and/or routes. If guests plan to use this form or transportation during your visit be sure to check the best option available on your day of travel, as alternative transportation options will be available. The work is ongoing until further notice.
RESORTS:
All-Star Movies Resort – Room Refurbishments – Early 2019 – During this time, guests may see or hear construction but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00 am. All resort amenities including dining and merchandise will remain in full operation.
Art of Animation Resort – Disney Skylineer – Ongoing Until Further Notice – Disney World is currently building a new gondola transportation system, Disney Skyliner which will provide a bird’s-eye view of Walt Disney World. During the construction of this new system, noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort but should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9am.
Animal Kingdom Lodge & Villas – Jambo House:
- Room Refurbishment – Mid August 2018 – Fall 2019 – During this room refurbishment, it is possible that guests may see or hear construction, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00am.
- Uzima Springs Pool and Uzima Springs Pool Bar – September 2018 – December 2018 – Both are scheduled to be closed for refurbishment. During this time Samawati Springs Pool and Maji Pool Bar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village will be available. Brief rides via shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House. During this time, it is possible that Guests may see or hear construction, but noise should not be heard from Guest rooms between dusk and 9:00am.
- Payment Policy Pilot – Until Further Notice – Since February 12, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House is participating in a pilot where transactions will be handled with convenient, cash-free options. All purchases and services at the resort will accept MagicBands, credit cards, debit cards, Disney Gift Cards, Disney Rewards Redemption Cards and contactless payments such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay or Google Pay.
- Children’s Activity Centers – Closed Permanently July 31, 2018. Kid’s Nite Out will remain as an option for guests looking for a child or babysitter service.
Boardwalk Inn & Villas:
- Friendship Boat Service to Disney’s Hollywood Studios – 11/28/2018 12/18/2018 Refurbishment work is taking place on the bridge near the Swan and Dolphin Hotels. As a result, there will be no FriendShip boat service to or from EPCOT. Bus transportation will be operating to and from both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot during this time. The pedestrian walkway across the bridge will remain open.
- Children’s Activity Centers – Closed Permanently July 31, 2018. Kid’s Nite Out will remain as an option for guests looking for a child or babysitter service.
- Disney Skylineer – Ongoing Until Further Notice – Disney World is currently building a new gondola transportation system, Disney Skyliner which will provide a bird’s-eye view of Walt Disney World. During the construction of this new system, noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort but should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9am.
Caribbean Beach Resort:
- Disney Skyliner – Ongoing Until Further Notice – Disney World is currently building a new gondola transportation system, Disney Skyliner which will provide a bird’s-eye view of Walt Disney World. During the construction of this new system, noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort but should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9am.
Coronado Springs Resort:
- Pepper Market – Now Through Summer 2019 –During this time, the quick-service restaurant, Pepper Market, will undergo minor refurbishment work, but will remain in operation. If Guests would like to experience one of the other dining locations, they can visit Maya Grill, Las Ventanas, Café Rix, Laguna Bar, Siestas Cantina and the newly re-imagined space, Rix Sports Bar & Grill, featuring a variety of sandwiches, salads and refreshing beverages. All amenities will remain in operation, including the Dig Site pool area, La Vida Health Club, Salon & Spa and the Iguana Arcade.
- The Dig Site – Early September – Mid-December 2018 – The Dig Site, home to The Lost City of Cibola Pool, volleyball court, playground, Iguana Arcade and Siestas Cantina, will be closed for refurbishment. While this work takes place, our other amenities, including three leisure pools, dining and merchandise locations, La Vida Health Club, Salon & Spa and recreation activities, including Movies Under the Stars and campfires will remain available.
- Hard Good Refurbishment – Through Summer 2019 – Noise will be heard while our Coronado Springs is undergoing refurbishments, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms prior to 9:00 am daily.
Old Key West Resort:
- Room Refurbishments – Through Spring 2019 – Guests may see or hear work in progress and certain pathways may be unavailable. During this time, the Resort will be in full operation with all amenities available. It is possible that construction may be seen or heard, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9:00 am..
Polynesian Village Resort – Children’s Activity Centers – Closed Permanently July 31, 2018. Kid’s Nite Out will remain as an option for guests looking for a child or babysitter service.
Pop Century Resort:
- Disney Skyliner – Ongoing Until Further Notice – Disney World is currently building a new gondola transportation system, Disney Skyliner which will provide a bird’s-eye view of Walt Disney World. During the construction of this new system, noise may be seen or heard throughout the resort but should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9am.
Port Orleans Resort French Quarter – Room Refurbishments – NONE
Port Orleans Riverside:
- Pool Refurbishments – July 2018- Fall 2018 – One of the Alligator Bayou leisure pools will be closed for refurbishment, but the feature pool, Ol’ Man Island, and four other leisure pools will be available. Guests may see or hear construction, but noise should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9:00am.
- Room Refurbishments – July 2018 – Early 2019 – During the refurbishment process, it is possible that guests may see or hear construction, but noise should not be heard between dusk and 9:00am.
Saratoga Springs Resort – Turf Club Bar & Grill – July 2018 – Early 2019 – The restaurant will remain closed during this period.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels:
- Friendship Boat Service to EPCOT – 11/28/2018 – 12/18/2018 – Work is taking place on the bridge near the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels. Additional Disney bus transportation will be operating to and from both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot during this time. The pedestrian walkway across the bridge will remain open.
Yacht and Beach Club Resort & Beach Club Villas:
- Friendship Boat Service to EPCOT – 11/28/2018 – 12/18/2018 –Refurbishment work is taking place on the bridge near the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels. As a result, there will be no FriendShip boat service to or from EPCOT. Additional Disney bus transportation will be operating to and from both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot during this time. The pedestrian walkway across the bridge will remain open.
- Children’s Activity Centers – Closed Permanently July 31, 2018. Kid’s Nite Out will remain as an option for guests looking for a child or babysitter service.
DISNEY SPRINGS:
NONE
DISNEY’S LAKE BUENA VISTA GOLF COURSE: NONE
ESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS: Roadwork – Ongoing Until Further Notice – Intermittent overnight lane closures, lane shifts, traffic congestion and noise impacts can be expected along Osceola Parkway / Victory Way.
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