Disneylands Star Wars and Haunted Mansion attractions among several shut down for refurbishment in 2026

Planning a magical winter getaway to the happiest place on earth? Be sure to check the fine print before finalizing any plans.Disneyland is gearing up for its annual refurbishment season in early 2026, and it’s shaping up to be a total gut punch for families hoping to experience the park’s biggest thrills.

Just as the crowds are expected to surge thanks to a new ticket deal, the park is temporarily shutting down some of its most iconic attractions — including the crown jewel of Galaxy’s Edge.Starting Jan.20, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will go dark for routine maintenance, according to the park’s calendar.

The headlining attraction is widely considered the best ride in the resort, and the closure is likely to come as a big blow.While Disney hasn’t revealed an official reopening date, insiders speculate the closure will drag on until just before the President’s Day weekend rush in mid-February.The planned maintenance comes as Disney just dropped a massive ticket promotion, slashing prices to as low as $68 a day to lure people into the parks during the so-called slow season.The shutdown of rides isn’t limited to a galaxy far, far away.

The closures affect both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks.The Haunted Mansion will shut its doors on Jan.

12 to strip away its “Nightmare Before Christmas” overlay, leaving the New Orleans Square staple shuttered for roughly two weeks.Over at Disney California Adventure, the situation is not dissimilar.

Pixar Pier will feel like a construction zone with both the Incredicoaster and the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind reportedly shutting down for refurbishment starting Jan.5.

Even the dining options aren’t safe, as the fan-favorite Lamplight Lounge is closing on Jan.12 for a refresh, removing one of the resort’s top-tier restaurants from the roster.

To top it off, the Grizzly River Run water ride will enter its annual winter hibernation on Jan.5, too.Disney did not immediately respond t...