Attraction Updates

"it's a small world" is currently undergoing its seasonal transformation into the holiday version of the attraction, having closed on October 30th for a two-week installation period. Progress on the exterior is nearly complete, with the Santa hat on the clock face, festive lighting, and various facade decorations already in place. Additionally, a temporary stage that was recently utilized for a show is expected to be removed shortly. The attraction remains on schedule to reopen to the public on November 14th for the start of the holiday season.

Casey Jr. Circus Train has completed its extensive refurbishment and is now open and operational for guests. The project involved comprehensive track replacement, the removal of scaffolding and scrims, and significant aesthetic updates, including a deeper color palette and fresh gold leaf accents on the ticket booth. A notable addition to the attraction's scenery is a new ten-foot-tall Rapunzel tower structure, which appears larger than initial designs suggested. Following successful testing phases and the repair of queue fencing, the attraction is now running with two trains to optimize capacity and minimize wait times.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has successfully reopened following an extensive refurbishment period marked by significant mechanical and aesthetic improvements. The project progressed from initial train maintenance and scaffolding installation to comprehensive rock work touch-ups and the restoration of train 'Number Six' to the tracks. Final phases included the removal of scrims, successful testing of the waterfall and water systems, and technical night testing of ride procedures. After an unexpected soft opening, the attraction is now fully operational, featuring refreshed ride vehicles and updated environmental effects.

Construction on Storybook Land Canal Boats has progressed significantly, with initial extensive construction walls, scrim, and scaffolding now largely removed. The project, which included the construction of a Rapunzel Tower and new thematic elements like Flynn Ryder wanted posters and a secluded dock, saw the dome of Monstro the Whale revealed clean and refreshed, and the surrounding landscape replanted. While some minor scaffolding lingered in corners, all major scrim and scaffolding were down, and cast members were observed conducting boat tests. After an extended closure with no initial reopening date and appearing ready for several weeks, the attraction officially reopened on November 14th, though it experienced a temporary closure due to rain on its opening day.

Indiana Jones Adventure is experiencing a period of operational challenges and scheduled maintenance. The attraction is slated for a three-day closure from December 1st through December 3rd. Recent observations indicate significant decay in show elements, particularly rotted woodworking, with no visible progress on these repairs. Additionally, the attraction has faced unscheduled closures on Fridays for two consecutive weeks due to breakdowns, separate from any planned refurbishment.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is currently experiencing an issue where the cannons have stopped recoiling, which significantly impacts the attraction's experience. This issue follows a brief period where the cannons had returned to functionality after being offline for several years.

Recent updates for the Disneyland Railroad show that while construction walls remain at New Orleans Square, new activity has begun. Scaffolding has been erected around the water tower, suggesting the start of refurbishment work such as painting or polishing. Meanwhile, the site of a demolished operations building remains largely unchanged, with no significant rebuilding progress observed after nearly two years.