As Disneyland Resort prepares for its 70th anniversary and beyond, parks and Downtown Disney are undergoing updates to enhance guest experiences. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know before you go in early 2025
Disneyland Park
Disneyland Monorail: Closed starting January 6, 2025, for maintenance. Reopening date yet to be announced.
Haunted Mansion: Scheduled to close from January 7 to January 18, 2025, as the holiday overlay (Haunted Mansion Holiday) is removed and the classic version is restored.
Mark Twain Riverboat: Briefly closed from January 6 to January 10, 2025, for routine maintenance.
Disneyland Railroad: The Disneyland Railroad will close for an extensive refurbishment beginning January 13, 2025, and should reopen in time for the 70th-anniversary celebration in May.
“it’s a small world”: Closed on January 21, 2025, to transition from its holiday overlay back to the traditional version. Scheduled to reopen in Spring 2025.
Disney California Adventure
Grizzly River Run will close on January 6, 2025, for seasonal maintenance, and Disney has not announced a reopening date.
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind: Scheduled to close from January 6 to January 23, 2025, for enhancements.
Red Car Trolley: Permanently closing on February 8, 2025, to make room for the upcoming expansion of Avengers Campus.
Downtown Disney
Downtown Disney is also undergoing a transformation with several closures and exciting new additions:
Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar: These venues have permanently closed to make way for Paseo and Centrico, two new dining destinations featuring unique flavors and experiences.
Tortilla Jo’s: After 20 years, this fan-favorite Mexican eatery has closed permanently. Its replacement will include two new restaurants: a steakhouse specializing in prime beef and seafood and a barbecue restaurant offering brisket and pulled pork.
Porto’s Bakery: The much-anticipated Porto’s Bakery will open in 2025, replacing the former Earl of Sandwich location. This addition is sure to delight guests with its renowned pastries and savory offerings.
