Carousel of Progress Major Overhaul at Magic Kingdom
Key Questions
When will Carousel of Progress close for its overhaul?
Carousel of Progress closes July 6 for a major refurbishment. It is the biggest update since 1994.
What new scenes are being added to Carousel of Progress?
New scenes will cover the 1960s through 2020s including the 1969 moon landing, 1985 Halloween, and 1999 New Year's Eve. A Walt Disney animatronic is also planned.
Will the Sherman Brothers song remain in Carousel of Progress?
The classic Sherman Brothers song will be retained in the updated attraction. Other audio-animatronics and scenes are being refreshed.
When is Carousel of Progress expected to reopen?
The attraction is scheduled to reopen in 2027 after the extensive overhaul. Fans of legacy attractions are closely watching the changes.
Why is the Carousel of Progress update significant?
It marks the first major scene and technology refresh in over thirty years. The updates aim to keep the 62-year-old attraction relevant for new generations.
Classic attraction getting a massive update: new decades (1960s-2020s), Halloween scene, and a Walt Disney animatronic. Biggest change since 1994. New details: scenes include 1969 moon landing, 1985 Halloween, 1999 New Year's, future; Sherman Brothers song retained. Closure July 6, reopening 2027. Significant for WDW fans and legacy attraction enthusiasts.