We’re now three weeks into Halloween Time, and there’s quite a bit going on at the Disneyland Resort, including a surprise appearance by the original Redhead on Pirates of the Caribbean, the last remaining tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash, and the start of a refurbishment on Indiana Jones Adventure that Disney hasn’t put an end […]
School may be back in session, but Disneyland’s seasonal calendar is only getting busier. Halloween Time is now underway through October 31 (with Plaza de la Familia continuing through November 2), and Christmas is already waiting in the wings, with the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort running from November 13, 2026, through January 6, 2027. […]
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.
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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Halloween has arrived at Disneyland, and the holidays won’t be far behind. But with temperatures pushing into the 90s, the season feels more muggy than menacing. Still, Main Street, Buena Vista Street, and Route 66 in Cars Land are all decked out, the menus have gone full pumpkin, and ready or not, Halloween Time is […]
We’ve been gearing up for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event for months, and it’s finally here. Disney will spend August 14-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center sharing news about the parks, cruise ships, movies, TV shows, merch, and more. But the celebration starts a day early, because Disneyland Park hosts D23 Day this Thursday, […]
Despite the fact that most schools are still on summer break, there’s been a noticeable lull in attendance at the Disneyland Resort, most likely due to a combination of high temperatures and many Magic Key holders being blocked out. And a quiet park has a way of showing you things you’d otherwise walk right past […]
Southern California summers are always hot, but they somehow still manage to take us by surprise. The last few weeks, though, the heat has also scared away some of the crowds. Add in the fact that many Magic Key holders are currently blocked out, and the parks have been relatively quiet… but Halloween is creeping […]
June Gloom has burned off, and Southern California’s summer heat has arrived. But unlike in years past, the crowds haven’t followed. July is traditionally one of Disneyland’s busiest months, yet attendance has remained noticeably light so far. Budget-busting prices may be part of the reason. That could also explain why Disneyland’s limited $59 Evening Ticket […]
We hope you had a very happy 4th of July weekend! The Disneyland Resort celebrated America’s 250th last week with patriotic bunting on Main Street U.S.A. and Buena Vista Street, along with performances by military bands, a cavalcade featuring Mickey Mouse in his star-spangled tux, and the debut of Soarin’ Across America. But the resort […]
Pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and three nights of patriotic fireworks? Disneyland is easing into July 4th week with a little more sparkle than usual. This year, Disney’s Celebrate America! – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky will light up the sky on July 3, 4, and 5 instead of just one night. But […]
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads reading this… we hope you got your day. Now, it’s barely summer, but we’re already talking Halloween… Oogie Boogie’s annual bash is back this August, and tickets are already on sale. In years past the event sold out the moment it went live, but more party dates and […]
This week’s update arrives with a mix of the heartfelt and the inevitable. We’re saying goodbye to a woman who gave one of Disney’s most beloved characters her soul, watching one of Disneyland’s oldest attractions run out of road (literally), and keeping an eye on a resort that’s quietly transforming while guests continue squeezing past […]
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
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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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:
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
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
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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The theme park summer season has only just started, and Disneyland is already thinking about Halloween. Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale next week, and there’s a brand new street party replacing the Frightfully Fun Parade. Will that be enough to justify the high prices of the event… which starts in mid August?! But […]
The calendar may not officially say summer, but Disneyland is already feeling the rush as schools start letting out for summer. Grad Nites, school breaks, and early-summer crowds are filling the parks with students, families, and a constant reminder that teenagers travel in exuberant packs. So far, the weather has been lovely, with blue skies […]
The Disneyland Resort is sliding into the busy summer season with a mix of new experiences, returning favorites, construction walls, and one very serious nearby emergency. This week, Trader Sam’s celebrates 15 years of tiki trouble, a new covered dining area opens in Fantasyland, The Mandalorian and Grogu take over the Millennium Falcon, and fresh […]
We start this week’s Disneyland Update with some good news regarding park-hopping, and continue with a look at EVERYTHING happening at the resort right now. Star Wars fans are still reeling from the recent arrival of Luke, Leia, Han Solo, and particularly Darth Vader in Galaxy’s Edge (along with glorious John Williams music), but Disneyland […]
The SoCal sun is shining, park hours have been extended, and show times have been adjusted. That can only mean one thing… summer is on the way to the Disneyland Resort! We’ve also got electrifying Autopia news, a galactic-sized Star Wars ticketing mess, and construction walls snaking across the resort. Extended Summer Hours A sure […]
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