Disney's Magic Kingdom
2026-07-22
Events
Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress — Refurbishment
Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is temporarily closed for refurbishment beginning July 6, 2026, to add a new introductory scene featuring an animatronic Walt Disney. Reopening is expected sometime in 2027; no specific date has been confirmed.
Extended Evening Hours at Magic Kingdom
After HoursComplimentary late-night park access for guests staying at Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts (plus a few other select hotels), running weekly on Wednesday nights (July 8 ran 11:00 PM–1:00 AM; other nights run 10:00 PM–midnight). A reduced slate of attractions — Space Mountain, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, TRON Lightcycle / Run, Big Thunder Mountain, Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, and others — stays open two extra hours. Not a separately ticketed event. The August 26 and September 2 Wednesday slots move to Disney's Animal Kingdom instead (see separate entry).
22:00 – 00:00
More infoWednesday at Magic Kingdom, in peak Florida summer, with schools still out across every major feeder district. Forecast: Partly sunny and hot, high 96F, 20% rain chance.
What Actually Happened
Actual crowd score: 6 · We predicted 7
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Where to Stay
Hotels near Disney's Magic Kingdom
What to Pack
Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray Twin Pack
Water-resistant SPF 50 spray that goes on fast and actually stays put through sweat and splash zones. The twin pack means one for your bag, one for the car.
$13.99
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OFF! Deep Woods Insect Repellent Aerosol, 6 oz
30% DEET aerosol that's a household name for a reason — long-lasting protection against Florida's mosquitoes, no-see-ums, and biting flies. Spray on before heading out and you're covered for hours.
$6.49
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Diveblues Portable Turbo Handheld Fan 4-in-1 Foldable
High-speed handheld fan that also works as a desk fan, stroller clip, and stand. One fan for the whole family's needs throughout the day.
$15.99
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Nuun Sport Electrolyte Tablets 4-Pack (40 Servings)
Drop a tablet in your water bottle and you've got a light electrolyte drink — no sugar crash, no sticky syrup. 40 servings is enough for an entire Florida vacation.
$24.91
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Disney Mickey & Minnie Spiral Autograph Books 2-Book Set
Two autograph books so siblings don't have to share — each one is personalized for Mickey or Minnie. Character meet-and-greets hit differently when you have a book ready.
$15.99
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Tide Sink Packs Laundry Detergent, 3 Loads (3 Packs)
Single-use packs designed for hotel-sink washing — rinse out a day's worth of sweaty park clothes instead of over-packing or paying resort laundry rates. Compact enough to tuck into a toiletry bag.
$6.99
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