In 2021, Disneyland announced a new initiative to expand its theme parks and resort with the DisneylandForward initiative. Fast forward to now, in 2026, and we’re starting to see some of that expansion happening, with Avengers Campus getting two new rides, a new Coco ride in the works, and an entirely new Avatar land announced.

Disneyland ticket booths

However, in order for those big expansions to work, Disneyland needs other changes, too, including a pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard. Well, plans are already in place for that bridge, and according to The Orange County Register, work will begin this week with the demolition of four ticket booths.

Demolition work will begin this week, starting with the eastern ticket booths on the esplanade between Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Permits have been filed to demolish the four ticket booths closest to Harbor Boulevard. Those permits list that the foundations will be removed and utilities capped at each of those booths.

Disneyland ticketing booth

Disney has plans for a new parking structure and transportation hub on the east side of the resort. Part of the Manchester Cast member parking lot will be used for part of that project, which will provide around 6,000 parking spaces, shuttle and rideshare services, additional security screening, and dedicated access for traffic off Disney Way. From concept art of the project, this transportation hub will also feature a pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard. The ticket booths are being demolished ahead of constructing that pedestrian bridge.

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The pedestrian bridge would span over the monorail with pedestrians passing between the Tropicana Inn and Camelot Inn hotels on Harbor Boulevard’s east side, connecting the existing Disney bus area to the Manchester employee parking lot, where the new Disneyland bus drop-off and pick-up area will be. The new parking garage and bridge are necessary steps as Disneyland builds new lands and attractions over the next five years as part of DisneylandForward.

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We’ll keep an eye out for more Disneyland updates, so stay tuned to DFB for more.

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Disneyland is getting some new updates!

Disneyland Train Station

In case you missed it, one of the most iconic Disneyland attractions is getting some major updates right now. While we wait to see the dinosaurs roam again, Disney also revealed that even more updates are coming to the famous ride!

Disneyland is rebuilding a train station building in New Orleans Square! This building was severely damaged more than three years ago because of an after-hours fire. According to the Orange County Register, Disney was issued a permit by the City of Anaheim to rebuild the radio house, which was previously an employee breakroom.

Damage from the fire taken in 2022

The fire first occurred in 2022, but the building wasn’t demolished until 2025. The permit details a 357-square-foot building that will have new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems inside it. It will once again be an employee breakroom and restroom. Disneyland officials have confirmed it will look similar to the previous building.

New Orleans Square Train Station in 2019

The new building will have an ADA-compliant pathway that will go over the train tracks for Cast Members to access the breakroom, according to Disneyland officials. The office previously played a continuous morse code message that was Walt Disney’s opening day dedication speech from 1955.

New Orleans Square Train Station in October 2025

This isn’t the only work going on with the Disneyland Railroad. In Tomorrowland, the famous scene in the ride that takes you back to the time of the Dinosaurs is also getting a big overhaul. The scene, which contains animatronic dinosaurs, is currently covered up with some stand-in cutouts in place.

The Dinosaur scene!

Currently, Disneyland has several closures and refurbishments going on! These include:

• Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters — Closed April 13, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: June 12, 2026
• Pirates of the Caribbean — Closed May 4, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Unknown
• King Arthur Carrousel — Closing July 6, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: July 17, 2026
• Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition — Closing July 6, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Unknown
• Matterhorn Bobsleds — Closing July 20, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Unknown

Disneyland Train

We’re eager to see the changes once they finally take place in Disneyland. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney updates, news, and more!

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When we’re at Disneyland, we love hopping on the Disneyland Railroad and taking a joyride around the park. There are so many amazing sights to see between New Orleans Square, ToonTown, and, of course, Main Street, U.S.A. 

The Disneyland Railroad

But when we rode the Disneyland railroad yesterday, we noticed that one of our favorite scenes looks totally different!

We love the dinosaur scene of the Disneyland Railroad, where you can see Triceratops, T-rexes, and goats exploring the wilderness. But when we rode yesterday, this area was gone!

Dinos!

The scenes have now all been covered by a black tarp, and there are only cardboard cutouts of our favorite animals! It was a pretty disappointing ride compared to what we’re used to. You can watch our ride-through here:

Check out some of the changes that have hit Disneyland Railroad! pic.twitter.com/0JLtIlZiHX

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Currently, Disneyland has a long list of closures! The following rides are closed or closing for refurbishment this summer:

• Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters — Closed April 13, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: June 12, 2026
• Pirates of the Caribbean — Closed May 4, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Not yet known
• King Arthur Carrousel — Closing July 6, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: July 17, 2026
• Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition — Closing July 6, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Not yet known
• Matterhorn Bobsleds — Closing July 20, 2026; Anticipated Reopening Date: Not yet known

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We’ll be sure to update you on the Disneyland Railroad refurb since Disney hasn’t announced when our beloved dino animatronics will be back. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney news!

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