Warning: Upcoming Closure Scheduled at EPCOT

Disney World has updated its refurbishment scheduled, and a new location has just been added. Find out what location will close, and if it will impact your Disney vacation.

Refurbishments at Disney World

More Dreaded Construction Walls Added to Disney World — Credit: Donna

Occasionally, our favorite attractions, restaurants, shops, and even sections of hotels are closed for a minor or sometimes major refurbishment. These refurbishments can sometimes greatly affect your vacation.

Refurbishments are necessary to keep the hotels, attractions, shops, and other experiences running at their best.

Refreshment Port

The Refreshment Port, located at EPCOT, now has an upcoming closure. The refurbishment is scheduled to begin on January, 12, 2026.

The Disney World Operational Calendar only shows through March 5th.

At this time, Refreshment Port has no operational through March 5th. No details have been shared regarding what the refurbishment will include. There is also no official reopening date announced.

Other Disney World Closures

Disney World's Frozen Ever After To Close for Audio-Animatronic Update! — Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog

Another closure that will be taking place in EPCOT in January is the Frozen Ever After attraction. We are excited for this update as Disney is brining updated animatronics to the attraction! You can check out all the details HERE.

Be sure to check what attractions, restaurants, or shops that are closed, so you are prepared for your visit.

Wondering what other closures will be taking place in Disney World in January? For a full list of closures read HERE.

Does the Refreshment Port closure impact your Disney vacation? Is this somewhere you visit when at EPCOT? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to share this post with your friends!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Heather loves all things Disney! She loves visiting her "home" as a Disney Vacation Club Member or participating in a runDisney event!