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Key Updates on Disney Parks Closures and Refurbishments

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Walt Disney World

  • Permanent Rope Drop Procedures at Animal Kingdom: Non-resort guests are held in the Oasis until 8 a.m., while resort guests continue to enjoy Early Entry at 7:30 a.m. Discovery Island remains closed until the official opening, but PhotoPass photographers are available for early photos at the Tree of Life. [3]

  • Showtime Adjustments for Major Nighttime Spectaculars: 'Happily Ever After' and 'Fantasmic!' showtimes at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are moving earlier in the day. Agents should advise clients to check times during trip planning. [4]

  • Magic Kingdom Early Closure: Guests will need to leave Magic Kingdom earlier than usual on specific dates. Recommended to monitor schedules closely when planning itineraries. [1]

  • Gorilla Viewing Area Closed: The Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail viewing area is temporarily closed due to introduction activities with Bakari the gorilla. [6]

  • Tangled Restrooms Reopened: The recently refurbished Tangled Restrooms in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom have now reopened. [8]

  • American Idol Experience Closure: The experience at Hollywood Studios will be closing, with no specific date provided yet. [9]

  • Tower of Terror Exterior Refurbishment: Guests will notice scaffolding as refurbishment work continues on the exterior. [12]

  • EPCOT Reflecting Pool Refurbishment Complete: The reflecting pool near the Imagination Pavilion has been restored following its refurbishment that started in June. [11]

Disneyland Resort

  • Haunted Mansion Closing in August: The iconic attraction will be unavailable starting August 8, with its last operational day on August 7. [5]

  • Silly Symphony Swings Remain Closed: Refurbishment is ongoing at Disney California Adventure, indicating a nearing completion as the ride’s exterior work progresses. It has been closed since April 27. [7]

  • Frontierland Shootin' Exposition Under Refurbishment: The area is closed for refurbishment, with themed scrims covering the site. There is no announced reopening date. [10]

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