Disneyland Resort
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Immediate Closure of Tom Sawyer Island Announced: Disneyland Resort has closed Tom Sawyer Island, including Pirate's Lair, for immediate work. The attraction, operational for 70 years, was previously under refurbishment. Guests will not have access until further notice. [1]
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Hotel Reservation Cancellations: Hotel reservations at Disneyland Resort are canceled for arrivals through October 31st, impacting client bookings. [2]
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Opening Announcement for The Villas: The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will open on September 28, 2023, with a livestream grand opening event planned. [8]
Walt Disney World
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Extended Closure of Discovery Island Trails at Animal Kingdom: The closure of the Tree of Life walking trail continues, affecting nearby attractions. DinoLand U.S.A. is also permanently closed for transformation into a Tropical Americas-themed area. [4]
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New Attraction Announced for Disney's Hollywood Studios: A new restaurant for Monstropolis land, part of the Monsters, Inc. expansion, will join updated showtimes and a refreshed track list for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. [7]
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Disney After Hours Updates: Disney After Hours events at Magic Kingdom are scheduled for 2026, offering access to attractions and themed snacks, with more dates announced for 2027 at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT. Tickets are currently available. [3][12]
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New Character Meet and Greets: Guests can meet new characters at Disney's Hollywood Studios, including Bitsy from SuperKitties, Sofia the First, and soon, Joy at Pixar Plaza. [5]
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EPCOT Updates: Temporary closure of the Refreshment Port with new snacks introduced at EPCOT; the Garden House has reopened in the Japan Pavilion. [11]