Carousel of Progress Reopening Window Set for Late Spring 2027

Published September 25, 2026

Magic Kingdom’s Carousel of Progress is reportedly scheduled to return from its extensive overhaul in late spring 2027. The Tomorrowland attraction, which has been closed since July 6, 2026, is receiving the most significant update in its history, including the addition of a Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic figure.

As of Friday, September 25, 2026, Disney has not officially confirmed the exact reopening date, but reports point to a late spring window, potentially aligning with the Memorial Day weekend at the end of May.

The extended downtime is being used to update the attraction’s familiar scenes and the decades represented throughout the theater experience. The addition of the Walt Disney figure during a new introductory scene is intended to connect the attraction back to its origins at the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. While the specific scenes are being refreshed, the central premise of an American family experiencing changing technology over time will remain intact.

What we know

• Location: Magic Kingdom (Tomorrowland).
• Closure Date: Closed since July 6, 2026.
• Reopening Window: Reportedly late spring 2027.
• Major Updates: A new introductory scene featuring a Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic, plus updates to the decades represented in the show scenes.

What’s not confirmed

Disney has not announced an exact reopening date beyond the reported “late spring” timeframe, nor have they detailed exactly which specific decades or technologies will be featured in the updated show scenes.

What it means for your trip

If you are planning a Magic Kingdom day before late spring 2027, you will need to find another location for a midday air-conditioned break in Tomorrowland. Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover are your best alternatives in that area for resting your feet out of the sun. For trips planned for the summer of 2027 and beyond, expect Carousel of Progress to carry higher wait times than it historically has, as the major updates and the addition of the Walt Disney Animatronic will draw renewed interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Carousel of Progress close?

The attraction closed on July 6, 2026, for an extensive refurbishment.

When will Carousel of Progress reopen?

According to reports, the attraction is scheduled to reopen in late spring 2027, though an exact date has not been announced.

What is changing inside Carousel of Progress?

The overhaul reportedly includes refreshing the show scenes and decades represented, as well as adding a new introductory scene featuring a Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic figure.

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