The Timeline
Welcome to the Timeline! This interactive page will give you a glimpse at all the upcoming projects and refurbishments currently underway at the Walt Disney World Resort. These are projects we cover more in-depth in various news reports and construction updates, so be sure to visit the Blog and check out the Channel for all the latest project activity!
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The Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island Close Forever
July 7th, 2025
Magic Kingdom; Frontierland
To make way for "the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom's history," both the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island will close permanently on July 7th, 2025. In their place will be two new attractions themed to Disney and Pixar's "Cars" (see more down below).
Disney Starlight: Dream
the Night Away
July 20th, 2025
Magic Kingdom Park
After 9 long years of not having one, the Magic Kingdom will finally debut a brand new nighttime parade in the Summer of 2025! Disney Starlight will feature a kaleidoscope of colorful Disney characters in ways you've never seen them before, all led by the powerful magic of the Blue Fairy.
Test Track 3.0 - Presented
by General Motors
July 22nd, 2025
EPCOT; World Discovery
The third iteration of the popular Test Track will be coming back to EPCOT this July! Imagineers say that this reimagined attraction will take lots of inspiration from the original World of Motion attraction that used to be at the park. Test Track 3.0 will also be reverting back to its original General Motors sponsorship upon its reopening.
The Beak and Barrel
Late Summer 2025
Magic Kingdom; Adventureland
A new tavern inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean is setting sail in 2025 at the Magic Kingdom! Located in Caribbean Plaza right across from Tortuga Tavern, this new space will immerse guests further into the daring story of the infamous swashbucklers that rule the high seas.
EPCOT International Food
and Wine Festival
August 28th - November 22nd, 2025
EPCOT
EPCOT's most popular festival is set to make its annual return in late Summer! Experience classic festival favorites, including the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Emile’s Fromage Montage, and more!
Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Lobby Refurbishment
November 2025
Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Walt Disney World's flagship resort has been getting a lot of enhancements lately, and the update to its lobby is certainly no exception. The new Grand Floridian lobby will infuse turn-of-the-century botanical accents and warm colors to create a new inviting look with the same "grand" feel. The most noticeable change will be the addition of a new lobby bar inspired by the resort's iconic birdcage.
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
Winter 2025
EPCOT
The most festive of EPCOT's festivals will make its annual return sometime in the Winter of 2025, shortly after the conclusion of the Food and Wine Festival in November. We're still awaiting official festival dates, so be sure to visit this page again soon in the future!
Zootopia: Better Zoogether!
Winter 2025
Animal Kingdom; Discovery Island
A new 3D show is coming to the Tree of Life theater in the Winter of 2025, featuring Walt Disney Animation Studio's hit film, Zootopia. Planned to coincide with the theatrical release of Zootopia 2 in November, the show will breathe some new "life" (see what I did there?) into the theater.
Future Projects
Projects at the Walt Disney World Resort scheduled for 2026 and beyond.
New Missions on Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run
May 22nd, 2026
Hollywood Studios; Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge
Brand new missions are coming soon to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run, featuring the Mandalorian! Set to debut right alongside the feature film of "The Mandalorian and Grogu", the new missions will feature thrilling action-packed adventures that's sure to add some much needed variety to the attraction.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster - Starring Electric Mayhem
Late 2026
Hollywood Studios; Sunset Boulevard
As Monsters Inc. takes over Grand Avenue, the Muppets will be moving over to Sunset Boulevard and taking over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster! The rethemed coaster will be starring Doctor Teeth and his band, Electric Mayhem, as they prepare for a rockin' musical escapade around Hollywood.
Disney's Lakeshore Lodge
Spring 2027
Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Projected to open in 2027, a brand new Deluxe Disney Resort is being constructed right along the shores of Bay Lake. Situated west of Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campgrounds, the new hotel will fuse a modern aesthetic with the unique majesty of nature to create a whole new Disney Resort experience. Recent construction permits indicate a potential completion date of March of 2027, but remains unconfirmed by Disney.
The Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom
2027
Animal Kingdom; Dinoland U.S.A
Dinoland U.S.A will soon be completely transformed into a new land themed around South and Central America. Featuring brand new attractions with Disney IP's from the region - including Encanto and Indiana Jones - guests will begin their adventure by stepping into the small town of Pueblo Esperanza, which translates to "Village of Hope." In addition to the two major E-Ticket attractions in the land, visitors will also have the opportunity to take a ride on a festive carousel and taste delicious regional cuisine in a large Hacienda. Get excited for a bold new chapter at Disney's Animal Kingdom, as this 11-acre land will be the park's biggest expansion since Pandora: The World of Avatar in 2017.
Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Under Construction
Hollywood Studios; Grand Avenue
New doors are opening soon for Disney and Pixar's Monsters Inc. - all in a brand new land at Disney's Hollywood Studios! The land is replacing Grand Avenue and will feature a brand new theater show, themed shopping and dining experiences, and a major E-Ticket attraction that will boast to be the first-ever suspended rollercoaster in a Disney Park. Construction is currently underway, but an opening timeframe still remains unknown at this time.
Piston Peak National Park in Frontierland
In Development
Magic Kingdom; Frontierland
Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom is about to undergo some massive changes, as the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island are set to be leveled and replaced with not one, but two new attractions inspired by Disney and Pixar's "Cars." One will be a thrilling outdoor rally race as guests explore the American wilderness along rugged terrain and uncharted paths, while the second attraction will be geared more towards younger guests and families. Ground will break for this major new addition in the Summer of 2025.
Disney Villains Land at Magic Kingdom
In Development
Magic Kingdom Park
After decades of circulating along the rumor mill in the Disney community, it has been officially confirmed that an all new land themed around Disney Villains will be coming to the Magic Kingdom! The area will be situated just north of Frontierland and will feature two new major E-Ticket attractions, themed shopping and dining, character meet and greets, and much more. The land will be an amazing culmination of Disney storytelling on an incredibly dark, twisted, and grand scale and will be "a fearless new vision for what a Disney experience can be.” As if this wasn't exciting news enough, the land, along with the rest of Magic Kingdom's future plans, will represent the largest expansion to the park in its entire history.
Recent Additions
New additions previously added to the Walt Disney World Resort.
GEO-82
June 4th, 2025
EPCOT; World Celebration
A new bar and lounge themed to the iconic geodesic sphere is now open right behind Spaceship Earth at EPCOT! The new zen space offers sweeping views of the World Celebration Gardens and the nightly fireworks as guests ages 21+ enjoy a unique and luxurious atmosphere with a "mysterious and elegant intimacy."
Disney Villains: Unfairly
Ever After
May 27th, 2025
Hollywood Studios; Sunset Boulevard
The Sunset Showcase theater is now home to a brand new stage show featuring your favorite Disney villains! The Magic Mirror is summoning fiendish foes like Maleficent, Captain Hook, Cruella De Vil, and more in this new live production.
The Little Mermaid: A
Musical Adventure
May 27th, 2025
Hollywood Studios; Animation Courtyard
A reimagined version of the former Voyage of the Little Mermaid stage show debuted at Disney's Hollywood Studios! Based off the classic 1989 Walt Disney Animation Studios film, the show combines the latest technology with stunning sets, new choreography, and a bold new design aesthetic to bring the tale we all know and love to life.
The Island Tower
December 17th, 2024
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
A major expansion to the Polynesian recently debuted along the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon - the Island Tower. Boasting incredible waterfront views of the Magic Kingdom, this new Disney Vacation Club wing takes a more modern approach towards the tropical oceanic theme, infused with Polynesian culture and cuisine.
The Country Bear Musical Jamboree
July 17th, 2024
Magic Kingdom; Frontierland
The Country Bear Jamboree we all know and love has recently reopened with a brand new act! Join Henry and the gang for "a wild and wooly good time" as the bears sing some of your favorite Disney songs with a southern and humorous twist.
Tiana's Bayou Adventure
June 28th, 2024
Magic Kingdom; Frontierland
Tiana's Bayou Adventure is the reimagined attraction of the former Splash Mountain. Guests embark on a musical water-thrill ride to help Tiana prepare for a Mardi Gras celebration at her restaurant. As we journey through the Bayou, guests encounter familiar faces like Mama Odie and Louis the Alligator.
