New Closures Added to the Disneyland Calendar
Planning a trip to Disneyland Resort requires a bit of strategy, especially when it comes to navigating ride closures. Disney regularly schedules refurbishments to keep the parks in tip-top shape, but discovering that your favorite attraction is closed can be a real bummer. Recently, Disneyland updated its official calendar for July 2026, and two new experiences have been added to the unavailable list.
If you’re heading to the Happiest Place on Earth this summer, you’ll want to adjust your plans. Here’s everything you need to know about these new closures and how to plan around them.
Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition and Pixie Hollow Face Changes
The latest updates to the Disneyland calendar affect two classic spots in the park. Here are the specific dates and details:
- Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition: Starting on July 6, 2026, this interactive shootout gallery shows no operating hours. It’s officially listed on Disneyland’s refurbishment calendar, which means it’ll be closed to guests for a while. If you enjoy aiming at the targets in the old-school Wild West setting, make sure to get your games in before this date.
- Pixie Hollow: Beginning July 5, 2026, Pixie Hollow has no available times listed. This is the whimsical area where guests can typically meet Tinker Bell. What makes this closure particularly interesting is that Pixie Hollow isn’t currently listed on the official refurbishment page. This means the lack of hours could be a scheduling glitch, or it could point to an unannounced temporary closure. Since the meet-and-greet area just reopened last summer after a lengthy refurbishment, we’ll be watching closely to see what Disney does next.
Other Disneyland Closures to Watch This Summer
July is a peak summer month, and these new updates join an already busy refurbishment list. Knowing what else is down will help you set realistic expectations for your park days. Currently, several other major experiences are closed or modified:
- Pirates of the Caribbean: This classic attraction has been closed for refurbishment since early May. While we don’t have an official reopening date yet, crews have been spotted repainting the queue area, meaning progress is well underway.
- Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters: This Tomorrowland favorite closed back on April 13, 2026, and remains closed for refurbishment with no confirmed return date.
- Little Green Men Store Command: This popular Tomorrowland retail location is also down for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Railroad: While you can still ride the train around the park, the iconic Grand Canyon diorama scene is currently blocked off by a black scrim. Disney is upgrading the lighting and controls behind the scenes, though they’ve added fun animal cutouts on the scrim to keep things entertaining.
- Disney California Adventure Closures: If you’re hopping across the esplanade, keep in mind that Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind and Silly Symphony Swings are also down.
Our Expert Tips for Your Summer Trip
With several family-friendly attractions temporarily out of commission, park capacity will be tested this summer. However, you can still have an incredible vacation with a little extra preparation.
First, make sure to download the Disneyland app and check wait times and refurbishment schedules daily. Since Pixie Hollow’s status is still a bit of a mystery, check the app first thing in the morning to see if Tinker Bell has any scheduled appearance times. If she’s unavailable, you can still find great character interactions at Royal Hall in Fantasyland.
Second, we highly recommend utilizing Lightning Lane Multi Pass. With fewer rides operating to absorb the summer crowds, standby lines for the open headliners will likely build up quickly. Booking your passes early in the day will help you maximize your time and avoid spending hours in the hot summer sun.
Disclaimer: This information is gathered from various online sources and news outlets. While we strive for accuracy, Disney plans and policies can change rapidly. We recommend double-checking official Disney sources for the most up-to-date information before making final travel plans.