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Updated Walt Disney World Refurbishment Schedule as of October 31, 2014

Magic Kingdom® Park
Walt Disney World Railroad
The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour
Island Supply – Location Closing
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Haunted Mansion
Splash Mountain
Cinderella’s Royal Table
Liberty Square Riverboat
Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid
Harmony Barber Shop
Sep. 29 – Nov. 7, 2014
Sep. 29 – Nov. 7, 2014
Oct. 23, 2014
Nov. 10 – 21, 2014
Dec. 1 – 19, 2014
Jan. 4 – 30, 2015
Jan. 5 – Mar. 6, 2015
Jan. 23 – 27, 2015
Feb. 2 – Mar. 6, 2015
Feb. 2 – Mar. 30, 2015
Epcot
Maelstrom – Location Closing
The Spirit of Norway – Location Closing
Oct. 6, 2014
Oct. 6, 2014
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Studio Backlot Tour – Location Closing
Legend of Jack Sparrow – Closing
Fantasmic!
Sep. 28, 2014
Nov. 6, 2014
Nov. 19 – 21, 2014
Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Pangani Research Center – Aviary and Hippo viewing closed
Affection Section
Kali River Rapids
Sep. 2 – Nov. 14, 2014
Oct. 7 – Nov. 10, 2014
Jan. 20 – Feb. 2, 2015
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Closed for Annual Refurbishment Oct. 26, 2014 – Jan. 3, 2015
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
Closed for Annual Refurbishment Jan. 4, 2015 – March 14, 2015
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Intermission Food Court
Note’able Games Arcade will serve as a temporary location for grab-and-go meals such as sandwiches, salads, and bakery items. Transportation will be provided for Guests who wish to dine at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort or Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort. Pizza and other items available for in-room delivery daily from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Aug. 4, 2014 – Dec. 19, 2014
Note’able Games Arcade
Guests may visit the arcades available at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort and Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.
Jul. 26 – Dec. 19, 2014
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Kidani Village
Uwanja Camp – Water play area not available Sep. 22 – Oct. 24, 2014
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Big Blue Pool
Little Mermaid Flippin’ Fins Pool
Cozy Cone Pool
Nov. 17 – 19, 2014
Nov. 20 – 21, 2014
Nov. 24 – 26, 2014
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Guest Room Renovations
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).
Oct. 13, 2014 – Aug. 22, 2015
Stormalong Bay Pool – Waterslide
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.
Jan. 5 – Feb. 2, 2015
Stormalong Bay Pool – Lazy River
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.
Feb. 2 – Mar. 3, 2015
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
Kouzzina by Cat Cora – Location Closing Sep. 30, 2014
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
General Construction
The east portion of the beach (near the Transportation and Ticket Center) and Sunset Point are being refurbished and are unavailable. Guests may see or hear work in progress.
Dec. 2013 – Mar. 2015
Great Ceremonial House – Lobby
The atrium is being reimagined to highlight the cultural elements of Polynesia and provide more expansive views. At certain times of day, there may be some noise and alternative paths of travel may be needed throughout the Great Ceremonial House. To enhance the check-in experience, Guests are encouraged to participate in Online Check-In.
Mar. – Dec. 2014
Nanea Volcano Pool and Slide
The main pool and slide will be closed for enhancements. Guests who stay at Disney’s Polynesian Resort while the main pool is closed will receive one complimentary ticket for each member of their party to visit Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park during their stay.
Jul. 28, 2014 – early 2015
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Silver Creek Springs Pool & Trout Pass Pool Bar
The main pool and slide will be closed for enhancements. During this time, the leisure pool at The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will remain open. Guests will also have the opportunity to visit either the Main Pool at Disney’s Contemporary Resort or the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Complimentary transportation will be provided to both of these neighboring resorts.
Sep. 3, 2014 – Nov. 27, 2014
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Stormalong Bay Pool – Waterslide
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.
Jan. 5 – Feb. 2, 2015
Stormalong Bay Pool – Lazy River
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.
Feb. 2 – Mar. 3, 2015
Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
Guest Room Renovations – 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. Aug. 20, 2014 – TBD
Downtown Disney® Area
Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive
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.
Through Mar. 2016
Parking Lots – Entrance 2 – Lots A-G
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.
Dec. 1, 2014 – Aug. 1, 2016

Information and dates subject to change without notice.
Last Updated October 31, 2014