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Significant Closures and Refurbishments at US Disney Parks

· 10 updates · By MagicHop

Walt Disney World

  • Frontierland Closure: As of September 2, Frontierland at Magic Kingdom is entirely closed due to construction, impacting guest pathways. 2

  • Animal Kingdom Changes: "Animal Actors: On Location!" will close on November 2 as part of park updates. 1

  • Haunted Mansion Area Development: The demolition of Ichabod’s Landing near Haunted Mansion marks developments for the new Cars-themed area, Piston Peak National Park. 3

  • Magic Kingdom Fireworks Update: The "Happily Ever After" show at Magic Kingdom will begin at 8 PM nightly starting November 1. 4

  • Lake Buena Vista Golf Course Reopening: Following refurbishment, the Lake Buena Vista Golf Course will reopen in October. 5

  • Spaceship Earth Refurbishment: Spaceship Earth at EPCOT will undergo its first refurbishment in nearly 20 years. 6

  • New African Painted Dog at Animal Kingdom: Guests may spot a new addition, Prospect, an African painted dog, on the Kilimanjaro Safaris. 9

  • Hollywood Studios Fireworks Testing: Ongoing fireworks tests at Hollywood Studios may relate to an upcoming private event on October 20. 10

Disneyland Resort

  • Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree Refurbishment: The restaurant is currently undergoing exterior refurbishment, affecting landscaping around the site. 7

  • 'Coco' Ride Construction Progress: Construction advances for the new 'Coco' ride at Disney California Adventure. Trenches are being dug, and trees are planted to conceal construction. 8

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