Disney Theme Park and Cruise Line News For the Week of June 23, 2025
Greetings! We’re back with another weekly update from the Disney theme parks and Disney Cruise Line. I myself am back from a whirlwind 48 hours at Walt Disney World…watch this space for some new content from that visit!
This week features news stories from Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, AND Disney Cruise Line! No matter where your Disney travels take you in the second half of 2025, there is plenty to plan around and take note of.
Multiple Temporary Ride Closures Announced at Walt Disney World
There are some new temporary ride closures that were announced this week at Walt Disney World. You’ll want to pencil these dates in if you have an upcoming trip this summer. Voyage of the Little Mermaid will close starting on July 21 and reopen on July 26.
Spaceship Earth will also close temporarily for planned refurbishment starting on August 25. The attraction will reopen later in 2025.
Finally, we learned that Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will begin its previously announced lengthy closure on August 4, meaning the last day you have to experience the ride in its current version will be August 3.
Buzz Lightyear’s closure will include upgrades to the ride’s blasters, vehicles, and show scenes. The ride will reopen sometime in 2026.
Finally, a quick update that includes some good reopening news — Astro Orbiter reopened this week at Magic Kingdom after its 5-month closure.
READ MORE: TIMELINE OF MAJOR CHANGES COMING TO WALT DISNEY WORLD AND BEYOND
Monorail Lighting Upgrade Takes Place at Walt Disney World
The next time you’re at Walt Disney World in the evening, look up! You just might notice a subtle but cool change to the Monorails. This week, Walt Disney World continued to upgrade the exterior lighting to the Monorails with logos along the lower portion of the cars that glow in the dark.
DeVil’s Details Revealed Ahead of Disney Destiny’s Maiden Voyage
Work continues on the Disney Destiny, the next vessel to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet! Ahead of its maiden voyage this November, we are learning more about De Vil’s, the onboard piano bar inspired by the classic Disney villain, Cruella de Vil.
As guests make their way through the Grand Hall, they will spot a marquee that says “De Vil’s” with a sign designed to look like piano keys (an apt design for a piano bar!). The entryway floor will feature a large mosaic displaying “How Marvelous,” Cruella’s catch phrase, surrounded by paw prints.
The lounge itself will pay homage to Cruella’s fashion legacy and feature her signature color palate: black and white with splashes of red. The carpet’s hand-drawn-inspired design pays homage to Ken Anderson, the artist who oversaw the stylized designs of the characters in Disney Animation’s “One Hundred and One Dalmatians.” The piano, the focal point of the lounge, will be spotted just like a dalmatian.
De Vil’s will be serving up “trendy martinis, chic cocktails, and glamorous wines and bubblies.”
READ MORE: WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT DISNEY CRUISE LINE’S NEXT SHIP, THE DISNEY DESTINY
Fourth of July Festivities and Treats Announced at Walt Disney World
Next week is the Fourth of July, and Walt Disney World is preparing for their annual celebration! You can catch special Independence Day fireworks at both Magic Kingdom on July 3 and 4 and at EPCOT on July 4 only.
In addition to the fireworks, you can find an assortment of patriotic treats around the parks and resorts. From June 29 to July 5, make sure to try limited-time menu additions like the Red, White and Blue Funnel Cake at Sleepy Hollow in Magic Kingdom…
…the Red, White and Blue Slushy at Liberty Square Market in Magic Kingdom…
…or the Patriotic Cake Bar at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs.
The Fourth of July can be a very busy holiday at Disney World, especially at Magic Kingdom, so be sure to pack your patience, grab a spot for the fireworks early, and stay hydrated!
READ MORE: WHAT’S COMING TO WALT DISNEY WORLD THIS SUMMER
Oogie Boogie Bash Tickets On Sale Now at Disneyland Resort
Coming in right off the heels of the Fourth of July is the start of the Halloween season at Disney Parks. That’s right, fall starts in mid-August when the temperatures are nice and toasty warm. Over at Disneyland Resort, Oogie Boogie Bash will start on August 17 and run on select evenings through October 31 — Disneyland is offering more Oogie Boogie Bash events this year than ever before!
Tickets went on sale this week to Magic Key holders as well as the general public. Select dates are starting to sell out, but there is still availability if you are looking to buy tickets.