There is nothing worse than planning your Walt Disney World vacation and finding out your favorite attraction, restaurant or resort is under refurbishment. I have updated the refurbishment schedule to indicate closures December 2014 through August 2016. This list is updated weekly and additional locations may be scheduled for refurbishment in the near future. Always make sure you check the refurbishment schedule before booking your next vacation!
Theme Parks
MAGIC KINGDOM
Haunted Mansion – December 1 – 19, 2014
Splash Mountain – January 4 – 30, 2015
Cinderella’s Royal Table – January 5 – March 6, 2015
Liberty Square Riverboat – January 23 – January 27, 2015
Harmony Barber Shop – February 2 – March 30, 2015
Under the Sea: Voyage of the Little Mermaid – February 2 – March 6, 2015
“It’s a Small World” – March 10 – March 13, 2015
ANIMAL KINGDOM
Kali River Rapids – January 20 – February 2, 2015
*** Currently there are no refurbishments scheduled for Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
DOWNTOWN DISNEY
Parking Lots – Entrance 2 – Lots A-G December 1 – August 1, 2016
Loss of parking lot Entrance 2 to Guest/Cast traffic and associated lots A-G in preparation for the construction of Town Center and the East Garage.
The entire Downtown Disney area will be undergoing extensive renovations from 2014 until 2016 as the new Disney Springs begins to transform the area.
Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is recommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from Parks and Resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences.
Walt Disney World Resorts
ALL-STAR MUSIC RESORT
Intermission Food Court – August 1 – December 31, 2014
*Note’able Games Arcade will serve as a temporary location for grab-and-go meals such as sandwiches, salads, and bakery items.
In-Room Pizza Delivery Service – Available from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM daily, with menu items like pizza, hot and cold sandwiches, pasta and more.
Transportation will be provided for Guests who wish to dine at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.
DISNEY’S ART OF ANIMATION RESORT
Finding Nemo Schoolyard Wet Play Area – May 26 – June 29, 2015
DISNEY’S BEACH CLUB RESORT
Guest Room Renovations – October 13, 2014 – August 22, 2015
Guest rooms will be refurbished with new hard and soft goods. Guests will not be accommodated in the affected areas but it is possible that some noise could travel while work is in progress (between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily).
Stormalong Bay Pool – Waterslide January 5 – February 2, 2015
During this time, the waterslide and the waterway from the slide to the first bridge of Stormalong Bay will be unavailable. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.
Stormalong Bay Pool – Lazy River February 2 – March 3, 2015
During this time, bridges three and four will be under refurbishment and the lazy river/snorkel area will be closed. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.
DISNEY’S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT
La Vida Health Club and Beauty Salon May 18 – June 19, 2015
DISNEY’S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA
Beach Water Activity Pool March 6 – April 9, 2015
DISNEY’S POLYNESIAN VILLAGE RESORT
General Construction will be taking place December 2013 – March 2015.
The east portion of the beach (near the Transportation and Ticket Center) and Sunset Point are being refurbished and are unavailable.
The Great Ceremonial House (Lobby) – March 2014 – December, 2014
Nanea Volcano Pool and Slide – July 28, 2014 – early 2015.
WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN RESORT
Guest Room Renovations August 20, 2014 – TBD
Renovation work is scheduled to take place between 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily. No guests will be accommodated in the renovation area as to minimize impact on the guest experience.
DISNEY’S WILDERNESS LODGE
Whispering Canyon Cafe May 15 – June 26, 2015
DISNEY’S YACHT CLUB RESORT
Stormalong Bay Pool – Waterslide January 5 – February 2, 2015
During this time, the waterslide and the waterway from the slide to the first bridge of Stormalong Bay will be unavailable. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.
Stormalong Bay Pool – Lazy River February 2 – March 3, 2015
During this time, bridges three and four will be under refurbishment and the lazy river/snorkel area will be closed. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.
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