Disneyland appears to be preparing for significant work on one of its most iconic classic attractions, with documents outlining a range of updates that go well beyond routine maintenance. The scope of the planned improvements includes infrastructure upgrades, show enhancements, and mechanical work for the attraction.
While no official refurbishment dates have been announced, the level of detail included in the filing indicates this may be a more involved project, and we have a rough indication of when the ride may be closing. Keep reading for everything we know so far about the planned work. At Mickey Visit, we report on all of the latest Disney news, like how Disney World Just Made 122 Menu Changes Impacting Parks, Hotels, and Disney Springs, and 2 New Disney Gift Card Discounts and Deals Just Announced.
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Recent Permit Activity Suggests Significant Maintenance Is Coming
A recently filed building permit for Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean outlines several specific improvements across multiple scenes of the attraction. According to the permit description, work includes:
- Installing three service ladders at scene #7
- Rockwork, projector, and speaker updates at scene #11
- Replacing cabinets and related panels adjacent to scene #17
- Installing a raised grated platform and steps over the conduit
- Electrical and mechanical upgrades
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The permit is currently listed as “Plan Review,” meaning it has been submitted but is not yet finalized. At this time, Disneyland has not added Pirates of the Caribbean to its refurbishment calendar.
On the Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite page, Pirates of the Caribbean is listed as one of several experiences that may be unavailable, so this may be the timeframe during which the ride will be closed for refurbishment. Also included on this list is Blue Bayou Restaurant, which we assume will likely have a closure coinciding with the Pirates of the Caribbean dates.
Here is the full message from Disney on the Star Wars Nite page. As always, all of this is subject to change. Only select attractions, experiences, offerings and services will be available during the event. Offer, event and event elements are subject to restrictions, change or cancellation without notice or liability. Certain attractions and offerings may not be available during the event, including without limitation, Jungle Cruise, Fortuosity Shop, Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Hungry Bear BBQ Jamboree, Blue Bayou, Pirates of the Caribbean and Chester Drawer’s. Be sure to check attraction availability closer to the event date, as schedules may change.
For an idea of the potential timeframe of this closure, Star Wars Nites take place on April 28, April 30, May 4, and May 6, 2026.
Previously, this type of notice was how we found out about closures for Jungle Cruise and the Monorail, as they were listed on the 70 Years of Favorites Disneyland After Dark events page before being officially added to the refurbishment calendar. However, the language in the Star Wars Nite notice is notably more tenuous than it was for that previous announcement. You can see a full list of all of the Disney ride closures in March here.
Guests planning upcoming visits can continue to monitor official updates in case a closure window is announced.
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Pirates of the Caribbean is not the only attraction currently scheduled for temporary downtime at Disneyland Resort. Across the resort, a few rides are currently down for refurbishment, including Jungle Cruise, Grizzly River Run, Jumpin’ Jellyfish, and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, which was just closed for a last-minute refurbishment.
There are some more closures coming up soon, including the Disneyland Monorail, Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, and Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland Park, and Golden Zephyr, Toy Story Midway Mania, and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure.
Refurbishments are a regular part of park operations, as Disney works to maintain ride systems and refresh show elements. Guests visiting in the coming months should check our Official Disneyland refurbishment calendar for the most up-to-date information before their trip.
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