Magic Kingdom Permanently Closes Another Dining Location
As Magic Kingdom prepares for its biggest expansion ever, Guests are being alerted to this new permanent closure. See the full closing details.
Magic Kingdom Expansion
There are many changes currently taking place throughout Walt Disney World. At the Magic Kingdom, a large expansion is taking place along the former Rivers of America and beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad for Villains Land.
During this expansion, the Walt Disney World Railroad Frontierland station is also blocked by construction walls. Thankfully, you can still enjoy a ride along the Walt Disney World Railroad, but with a "shuttle mode" change with our favorite alien, Stitch.
Now, even more changes will affect Frontierland due to this expansion.
Magic Kingdom Closure
Earlier, we shared that both Westward Ho and Big Al's would permanently close. Westward Ho offered breakfast options, light lunch and dinner options, Joffrey's coffee, and frozen beverages. It officially served its final Guests, yesterday, June 21, 2026.
Signage is in place, redirecting hungry Guests to the Frontierland popcorn wagon for food and beverage options. Big Al's permanently closed on May 11, 2026.
This closure is caused by the current construction walls, which will soon move forward into Frontierland's riverwalk area.
Magic Kingdom Parade Changes
With the new path of construction walls, Disney has plans to form a new temporary pedestrian pathway along the promenade.
Westward Ho is now officially closed at Magic Kingdom.
Disney promises this new pathway will help with pedestrian traffic flow and parade viewing. Continue to follow along as we share updates on this big Magic Kingdom expansion.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!
