Disney World Closings, Disney Rehabs

There is nothing worse than anticipating a specific Disney attraction, and after you arrive, finding out that it will be closed for the duration of your stay. Below is a complete list of the Walt Disney World rehab schedules that you can expect in the upcoming weeks and months. You can't plan for sudden closings, but you can manage your expectations by referring to the list below before your Disney vacation. Not all "shut downs" are scheduled, and there are countless reasons why an attraction might suddenly close. Don't get mad at the Cast Members, it's not their fault.

• Fountain View- closed 4/8/2013- Fall 2013. This location is becoming a Starbucks.
• American Adventure Guest Restrooms - new guest restrooms between American Adventure and Japan- 3/8/2013- Fall
• France Ice Cream Shop- conversion of former bakery to ice cream shop- 2/25/2013- 6/2013
• Epcot Character Spot- closed 10/21/2013- to be announced

Recent Permanently Closed Attractions:

• Honey I Shrunk the Audience
• Epcot Pet Kennel
• Dragon Legend Acrobats at the China Pavilion
• British Invasion at the United Kingdom Pavilion. The British Revolution is now performing.
• Balzac kiosk

• Main Street Bakery- closed 1/12/2013- 6/18/2013.  It is becoming a Starbucks.
• Mad Tea Party- closed 4/10/2013- 5/21/2013
• Prince Charming's Regal Carrousel closed-8/1/2013- 8/21/2013
• Carousel of Progress closed 5/13/2013-5/15/2013
• Pirates of the Caribbean closed 7/27/2013 - 7/30/2013
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad- closed 6/22/2013- 6/23/2013
• Jungle Cruise closed 8/19/2013- 9/30/2013
• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel- closed 8/1/2013- 8/21/2013
• Liberty Square Riverboat- closed 8/5/2013- 8/9/2013
• Construction of a 3rd bus loop starting 3/18/2013

Recent Permanently Closed Attractions:

• Balzac kiosk
• Fantasyland Skyway Site- has been demolished.
• Pooh's Playful Spot
• Ariel's Grotto
• Scuttle's Landing
• Exposition Hall- Walt Disney Story Theatre
• Storytime with Belle
• Magic Kingdom Pet Kennel
• Mickey's Toontown Fair
  • Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and the Disney Princesses are now located in Town Square Theater. 
• Snow White's Scary Adventure

• Anandapur Ice Cream Truck closed 4/14/2013- 5/24/2013

Recent Permanently Closed Attractions:

• Disney's Animal Kingdom Pet Kennel is now closed.
• Village Beatniks- no longer appearing in the park.
• Balzac kiosk
• Mor Thiam - final performance 1/28/2012

• Mike and Sulley Meet and Greet Location closed 5/13/2013- 5/23/2013
• Muppet Vision 3D closed- 8/6/2013- 9/2/2013

Recent Permanently Closed Attractions:

• Power Rangers have left Disney.  They have been sold back to original owner. 
• Disney-Hollywood Studios Pet Kennel is closed.
• Block Party Bash- no longer being performed.
• Lotso has left the Magic of Disney Animation building.
• Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian closed
• The Little Einsteins at character meet and great
• Winnie the Pooh- Magic of Disney Animation- closed 9/29/2012.

There are currently no rehabs scheduled at ESPN Wide World of Sports.

• Cirque du Soleil closed 5/12/2013- 5/25/2013

Recent Permanently Closed

• Mickey's Groove closed 4/2/2011. 
• Magic Masters- closed 9/25/2011. Store is now Something Silver, a jewelry store
• Magnetron- closed 9/30/2011. Store is now BLINK by Wet Seal, a clothing store.
• RIDEMAKERZ- has relocated to Team Mickey Athletic Club in the Marketplace

Disney's Palm Golf Course-

Disney's Magnolia Golf Course-

Disney's Lake Buena Vista Course

Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course-

Disney's Oak Trail Golf Course-

 

 

NOTE: Our listing is for those refurbishments that will have an impact on the majority of guests. When it comes to changing out rooms, this is fairly routine as Disney is always monitoring their resorts. Unless it's a full scale remodel, it's considered standard maintenance and is not included in the refurb/rehab schedule.

 

• Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas-

• Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

• All Star Movies

• All Star Music Resort 

 

• Disney All Star Sports 

 

• Disney's Beach Club Resort

• Disney's Boardwalk Resort
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• Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Disney's Contemporary Resort- California Grill closed 2/2/2013 - 8/31/2013

• Disney's Coronado Springs Resort-

• Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

• Disney's Grand Floridian-Beach Pool- 5/30/2013-6/1/2013 The Courtyard Pool will remain open. Beach Pool Slide closed 5/27/2013-6/1/2013

• Disney's Old Key West

• Disney's Pop Century

• Disney's Polynesian Resort

• Disney Port Orleans French Quarter

• Disney Port Orleans Riverside-

• Disney's Saratoga Springs - Grandstand Water Pool closed 5/13/2013- 5/31/2013
• Spa closed 1/16/2013- Summer 2013

• Disney's Wilderness Lodge

• Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Term Descriptions:

• SEASONAL OPERATION:  The attraction only opens during periods of anticipated peak attendance.  Check Guest Relations and Park Guide maps for specific opening/closing times.
• REHAB:  The attraction is closed for routine maintenance.
• REFURBISHMENT:  The attraction is closed for an extended period for extensive repairs/remodeling.
• DARK: This term is used when a performance of a stage show is not scheduled

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