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Refurbishments Impacting Navigation at Walt Disney World

· 12 updates · By MagicHop

Walt Disney World

  • Refurbishment of Sunset Boulevard: A section of Sunset Boulevard at Disney's Hollywood Studios is closed for refurbishment, complicating navigation for visitors. Travelers should anticipate potential detours when visiting the area. 5

  • Coral Reef Restaurant Temporary Closure: The Coral Reef Restaurant at EPCOT will shut down for refurbishment from September 8th until November 4th. Guests with dining plans should reconsider their reservations. 23

  • Magic of Disney Animation Previews: Cast member previews for The Magic of Disney Animation at Hollywood Studios are underway, with the attraction officially opening on September 14, 2026. 1

  • Expanded Refurbishment at World Showcase: A larger refurbishment project has been initiated at EPCOT's World Showcase, extending beyond a single shop closure. 6

  • Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Updates: The attraction will convert to 2D and introduce new props. 11

Disneyland Resort

  • Rancho del Zocalo New Menu Items: The restaurant at Disneyland has launched new additions like Chicken Tostada Salad and Nachos, available daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 89

Sources

  1. [1]Disney World Begins Cast Member Previews for New Hollywood Studios Attraction· insidethemagic.net
  2. [2]Coral Reef Restaurant to Temporarily Close for Maintenance· blogmickey.com
  3. [3]Coral Reef Restaurant Closing for Extended Refurbishment Soon· wdwnt.com
  4. [4]EPCOT Park Closure Status Confirmed· insidethemagic.net
  5. [5]Refurbishment of Sunset Boulevard Affects Navigation at Disney's Hollywood Studios· insidethemagic.net
  6. [6]Expanded Refurbishment in EPCOT's World Showcase· insidethemagic.net
  7. [7]Visible Deterioration Observed at 'it's a small world'· wdwnt.com
  8. [8]New Menu Items Introduced at Rancho del Zocalo· wdwnt.com
  9. [9]Updated Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Menu Debuting at Disneyland· wdwnt.com
  10. [10]Two EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Booths Set to Open This Month· disneyfoodblog.com
  11. [11]Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Sees Changes· allears.net
  12. [12]Oliver & Dodger Join Animal Statues in Animation Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios· wdwnt.com

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