Walt Disney World
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Big Thunder Mountain Closure Amid Major Frontierland Transformation: Big Thunder Mountain is closed for enhancements and will reopen on May 3, 2026. The transformation into Piston Peak National Park involves replacing the former Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island.[1]
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Lobby Closure at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge: Main lobby and entrance are closed from August 17 to October 9, with check-ins moved to the Palace Library.[5]
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EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival: The festival begins August 27, featuring Global Marketplaces, concerts, and interactive events until November 21.[3]
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Shop Closing at EPCOT: Shop at Mexico Pavilion closing next week with discounts available.[2]
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Spaceship Earth Update Confirmed for EPCOT: An update for the popular attraction is confirmed, with details forthcoming.[9]
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Magic Kingdom Location Closes Indefinitely After Flooding: Affected location remains closed. However, Frontierland attractions, including Big Thunder Mountain, are operational.[8]
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Walt Disney World Confirms New Ferryboat Dock: A new dock at Magic Kingdom aims to enhance guest capacity for the Transportation & Ticket Center.[12]
Disneyland Resort
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Silly Symphony Swings Reopening: The ride reopens at Disney California Adventure on August 28, 2026, after being closed since April.[4]
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Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2026 Announcement: Holiday events from Nov. 13 to Jan. 6, including special parades and nighttime spectaculars, with up to 20% hotel savings on select dates.[7]
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Discount Available for Disneyland Resort Holiday Stays: Save up to 20% on hotel stays from October 11 to December 18, 2026, with bookings opening September 22, 2026.[6]
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Refurbishments and Future Plans for Tomorrowland: Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters resume with updates, and electric upgrades for Autopia announced.[10]
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Holidays at Disneyland 2026: Special events include Mickey's Happy Holidays and Disney Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure, plus seasonal overlays at Disneyland attractions.[11]