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Walt Disney World Quarterly Refurbishment Schedule Starting July, 2017

Paula K

The rides, attractions, and restaurants at Walt Disney World are maintained on a regular basis. This keeps guests safe. Sometimes, though, extra work is needed. A ride, attraction, store, or restaurant might close for refurbishment. It could be that the closure is just for a few days so that the elements of the area can be deep-cleaned, and maybe a fresh coat of paint added. Other times the refurbishment will last longer. It might even be that the place in question receives a complete makeover. Parts of resorts will close for refurbishment as well. It is never a bad idea to check to see if there are any refurbishments scheduled during your vacation. You don’t want to be disappointed once you arrive and learn that a favorite is closed.

Below is a list of current and future refurbishments and closings at Walt Disney World. Please be advised that the dates and other information could change at any time. This list is up to date starting in July, 2017, to the best of our knowledge.

 

Theme Parks:

Magic Kingdom:

Hall of Presidents: currently closed. Scheduled to reopen Fall, 2017.

Happily Ever After: no shows July 3 or 4 because of Fourth of July Fireworks.

Liberty Square Riverboat: closed August 1-10, 2017.

Splash Mountain: closed August 28-November 16, 2017.

Epcot:

Mission Space: closed until July 28, 2017.

Advance Training Lab: closed until July 28, 2017.

Coral Reef Restaurant: closed August 27-30, 2017.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

The Music of Pixar Live!: runs through August 27, 2017.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom:

No known current or upcoming closures.

Water Parks:

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park: closed October 30, 2017-January 6, 2018 for annual refurbishment.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park: closed January 7, 2018-March 17, 2018 for annual refurbishment.

Disney Springs:

Portobello Country Italian Trattoria: closed, will reopen Fall 2017 with a new theme.

DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park: permanently closed- last day of operation was July 2, 2017.

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Resorts (in alphabetical order): 

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort:

Resort is currently under refurbishment. Construction takes place 9:00am-5:00pm to minimize guest disruptions. 

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort:

Under refurbishment until June 30, 2018. Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Banana Cabana Pool Bar, and Calypso Trading Post are closed during the refurbishment. Other dining options, including food carts, are available instead.

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort:

Resort is currently under refurbishment. Construction takes place 9:00am-5:00pm to minimize guest disruptions.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:

Exterior maintenance is taking place through July 27, 2017. Work starts after 9:00am to minimize guest disruptions.

Disney’s Old Key West Resort:

Exterior maintenance is taking place through July 27, 2017. Work starts after 9:00am to minimize guest disruptions.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Villas:

General refurbishment is scheduled to end July 17, 2017. Cub’s Den is expected to remain closed through 2017. Copper Creek Villas and Cabins are scheduled to open on July 17, 2017.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort:

Resort is currently under refurbishment. Construction takes place 9:00am-5:00pm to minimize guest disruptions. Captain’s Grille has been temporarily relocated to Ariel’s until September 30, 2017.

About PaulaK

I grew up in Western Massachusetts. When I was nine my family went to Disneyland and I was hooked. I grew up, attended New England College in Henniker, NH and eventually moved to Virginia. I worked as a disc jockey, married and became a full time mom when our daughter was born. Fast forward several years. In 2010 we moved to Central Florida and my Disney obsession grew. I now work as a freelance writer and spend my spare time in the parks. Under the name Paula Brown I penned the novels Dream Wanderers and The Coffee Cruiser. I also am a co-author of Dining at Walt Disney World: The Definitive Guide. I'm obsessed with Star Wars, so this is a good time to live in Central Florida. I've been a vegetarian for well over a decade, a choice that my daughter eventually made as well. While my husband still hasn't joined us fully he has given up most meats except for seafood. I was relieved to find that vegetarian dining is not difficult at Walt Disney World.