Winter Closures/Refurbishments at WDW

Closures and refurbishments are continuous at Walt Disney World, but Disney seems to kick it up a notch when winter comes. Surprisingly, attractions rehabs seem to be fewer than in some winters. But resort pools are, predictably, getting their yearly facelift. Here are the current and upcoming closures:


Magic Kingdom

• Magic Carpets of Aladdin: closed December 6-19.
• The Crystal Palace: closed January 3-February 13.
• Splash Mountain: closed January 3-February 27.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular: closed January 11-15.
• Sounds Dangerous: currently operating on seasonal schedule.

Water Parks & Resorts

• Typhoon Lagoon: closed through January 9.
• Blizzard Beach: closed January 10-March 20.
• Animal Kingdom Lodge--Uzima Pool: closed January 4-29. (Guests may use Samawati Springs Pool at Kidani Village.)
• Yacht & Beach Club--Luna Park Pool: closed January 18-February 5. (Guests may use Stormalong Bay or the two leisure pools)
• Old Key West--Main Pool: closed February 1-28. (Guests may use leisure pools throughout the resort. Shuttle service to the feature pool at Saratoga Springs will be available.)