Construction walls have gone up around the Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom, signaling the start of a significant overhaul for one of Walt Disney World's most storied attractions. The ride closed on July 5, and work crews moved quickly to begin the transformation.
The scope of the project is substantial — all four of the attraction's signature show scenes will be replaced as part of the renovation. The Carousel of Progress has long held a special place among Disney fans for its optimistic look at American life across the 20th century, making the update a closely watched one.
Guests hoping to catch the classic experience before changes are locked in will need to wait a while. Disney has indicated a 2027 target for the attraction's reopening, meaning it will be off the Magic Kingdom roster for the better part of two years.
Details on what the updated scenes will look like have not yet been announced. This story was first reported by WDWMAGIC.
