If you are planning on visiting Walt Disney World in the second half of 2025, here are some key closures, dates, and planning details you need to know.
The second half of the year includes major events for seasonal holidays like Halloween and Christmas, plus new offerings like the Disney Starlight parade. All of these different events have major impacts on operating hours, entertainment times, and more.
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1. Prepare for Magic Kingdom Construction Closures
Rivers of America permanently closed on July 7, 2025, to make way for the new Cars-themed area (officially titled Piston Peak National Park) in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park. This closure is also likely to help prepare for Villains Land being built behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
Construction walls are up in Frontierland to block views of the Rivers of America in most areas. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is also currently closed through 2025, so this area of the park has multiple construction walls up.
2. More Permanent Closures Coming to Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is also undergoing construction that will continue into next year. Muppets Courtyard permanently closed to begin… read full article on Mickey Visit.
