Soarin' Around the World closed at EPCOT on May 13 to allow for updates ahead of its reopening as Soarin' Across America. The ride will return on May 26 with new American landmarks and features.
The attraction shut down after operating through the day of May 13, marking the final chance for guests to experience the current version featuring international sites such as the Leaning Eiffel Tower. Crowds were heavy, with wait times reaching 55 minutes as visitors rushed for one last ride.
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Walt Disney World has announced that the Soarin’ Around the World attraction at EPCOT will close on May 14, 2026, to prepare for a limited-time overlay called Soarin’ Across America. The new version, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, is set to open on May 26, 2026. This change will feature aerial views of American landscapes and cityscapes while retaining core elements like the flight simulation, score, and scents.
The Spaceship Earth attraction at Walt Disney World's EPCOT has been closed since Friday, March 21, with no announced return date or explanation from Disney. The ride did not operate on Saturday and remained unavailable as of Sunday morning, March 22. Separately, Disneyland Paris reached full capacity and turned away arriving guests that weekend.
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As Walt Disney World nears completion of major 2026 projects like the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment, 11 closures are scheduled across its four theme parks and Typhoon Lagoon water park in May. This includes ride refurbishments, show returns, area transformations, and park reopenings, with most wrapping up by month's end. Trip planners should monitor for changes.
Following the previously announced Soarin’ ride change, Walt Disney World will bring back the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and launch Cool Kids’ Summer events at EPCOT, enhancing the park's lineup for summer 2026.
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On March 16, 2026, Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris celebrated its 24th anniversary, the last under that name before rebranding to Disney Adventure World on March 29. New signage is already installed, and preview events for the upcoming World of Frozen land faced operational challenges. The rebrand introduces fresh attractions while retaining popular existing ones.
Visitors entering Tomorrowland at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom now experience a more unified and modern look following phased updates over several years. Key changes include the addition of TRON Lightcycle / Run, the recent reopening of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, and repainting at the entrance. One major attraction, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress, awaits its refresh.
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The new World of Frozen area at Disneyland Paris reached maximum capacity just hours into its opening day on March 31, prompting crowd management measures. Footage showed guests rushing into the land, with one incident nearly resulting in a trampling. Officials directed visitors to other park areas via app notifications.