Disney Announces Changes to Offerings, New Discounts, and Ride Closures

This week Disney revealed more ride closures, positive policy changes at both Disneyland and Disney World, new details about discounts, and more. We will share a roundup of all of the key Disneyland and Walt Disney World news you missed with these announcements.

At Mickey Visit, we are constantly covering the latest Disney theme park news. Each week, there is always something new happening, whether that includes ride closures, openings, or other things that could impact your trip!

You can also check out our roundup of the key news from last week here and the recent changes at Disneyland and Disney World here. A Disneyland addition just hit another milestone.

Disney Changes to Offerings, Discounts, and Closures

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First let’s start with Disneyland news from this week that you missed… 

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A popular Disneyland ride closure was added to the refurbishment calendar. See this new expected closure here.

Disneyland is testing out a positive change to improve their long security lines. Learn more about this new change here.

Two more Disneyland ride closures were announced for iconic Disneyland rides. Learn about all the upcoming closures here.

We reported on the high crowds that are coming soon to Disneyland. Read more about why we call this the craziest time of the year.

One of our recommended top hotels near Disneyland just submitted permits to complete a massive overhaul of the entire property. See more about this update to a top favorite hotel.

Disneyland shared more details about a major change coming to their Magic Key program. Learn more about all the changes here.

Sweethearts’ Nite is selling out fast for the upcoming Disneyland After Dark season. Read more about all the sold out dates and see what’s still available here.

The $68 per day California resident ticket extra savings end date has just been announced. See the end date and how to get this great deal before it goes away.

We also learned that popular behind-the-scenes Disneyland tour is returning soon. Read all about this fan favorite tour and its return date.

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Now for the Disney World news… 

Disney World made 28 changes to different restaurant menus across their theme parks, Disney Springs and resort hotels. Read all about these menu changes here

The most popular bar in Disney World has changed their operating hours and added a new walk-up list. See all these positive changes here.

Disney is bringing back their cheap water park season pass and shared new perks plus opening dates. Learn all about this water park news.

We found out the end date for the new Taylor Swift exhibit and it’s far too soon! Read more about this Swiftie exhibit and its end date here.

And in other Disney related news…

Disney Loungefly bags

We rounded up the cutest Loungeflys for the holidays with the best Christmas themes and ones that make great gifts. See our top ten favorite trending Loungeflys here.

A new Disney gift card discount was released just in time for Christmas. Read more about this newest discount here.

Disney has been making moves to crack down on Disney Vacation Club rentals. Learn more about this newest crackdown here.

READ MORE – Don’t Pack These Items For Your Disney Trip. They Can Cause Headaches and Some Are Banned.

And a note to end our week! Happy New Year to everyone reading. Thank you for reading along with Mickey Visit. We are thrilled to bring joy into your lives every week. The image above is a favorite one from earlier this year at the Disneyland 70th anniversary media event. It was a great moment for us covering Disneyland and one that I hadn’t gotten to share anywhere on the site yet.

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