Going to Disney World soon? You should know that a lot of it is closed right now. Okay, maybe not the majority of things, but it does feel like you need to wear a hard hat wherever you go these days.

Magic Kingdom

A huge chunk of Animal Kingdom is closed and not reopening until next year, Hollywood Studios is having a slight identity crisis, and Magic Kingdom is going through it. Now, another closure has started in Magic Kingdom, and this time it’s for a classic attraction.

The Walt Disney World Railroad is officially closed in Magic Kingdom! The classic Magic Kingdom attraction is being refurbished, but luckily, it won’t be another year-long closure for the train.

Disney World Cast Members aboard the Walt Disney World Railroad.

Online, Disney confirmed the closure would kick off on September 28th, so no more riding around Tomorrowland. If you’re unaware, due to construction projects like Villains Land, the train has only been going between Fantasyland and Main Street for quite a while now, which is called “shuttle mode.” Thankfully, the train has a planned reopening on October 30th.

WDW Railroad car

This closure joins several more in Magic Kingdom! In addition to new land developments like Villains Land and Piston Peak (the Cars-inspired land), the Carousel of Progress is currently closed in Tomorrowland. The classic Disney attraction closed in July 2026 to be totally reimagined!

Carousel of Progress Display at Walt Disney Presents

The new version of the show will feature entirely new scenes. The first scene will be set in the 1960s, starting with the moon landing in 1969. The second will be in the 1980s, with Mother showing off her latest kitchen appliances and gadgets. The third act will take us to 1999 on New Year’s Eve, while the final scene will show a possible future. There will also be a scene with the Walt Disney animatronic similar to the one currently in Disneyland.

Carousel of Progress Concept Art ©Disney

Disney has shared that Bryan Cranston will be voicing Father, while Jamie Lee Curtis will be voicing Mother. That is a HUGE deal to us! We’ve also seen sneak peeks at the costumes and set designs. The show is expected to reopen in Spring 2027.

Carousel of Progress Concept Art

While we are bummed that two classic attractions are closed, there are several attractions that are open and ready to explore! This year, Big Thunder Mountain and Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin reopened in Magic Kingdom with new scenes, experiences, and more. We will be sure to update you on any closures, ride updates, and more around Disney World, so be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog.

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