What’s open, closed, happening at Disney World March 2025

Walt Disney World in March 2025 will offer a mix of exciting debuts and bittersweet farewells. Spring Break crowds are set to converge on the parks just as a a festival launches, promising unique experiences and immersive entertainment.

Simultaineously, beloved attractions are welcoming guess back after lengthy refurbishments, while a cherished favorite prepare for its final curtain call.

To help you navigate these changes and make the most of your trip, we’ve compiled a list of everything open, closed, and coming soon, alongside a reminder to regularly check the official Disney World calendar for real-time updates.

If you’re planning to head to Disney World this year, don’t forget to check out our calendar of events in 2025. Don’t forget to check the Disney World calendar for the most up to date information.

Disney World March 2025

Spring Break – Mid-March through April starts the traditional Spreak Break season. During this crowded time of the year, Disney employs several strategies to disperse crowds, including offering additional entertainment at alternative parks other than the Magic Kingdom and opening or offering seasonal restaurants or dining options. Be aware Florida schools are out March 17-21, which means local kids will be out of school and may be showing up more in the parks.

Mardi Gras – March 4, 2025 –  Restaurants at Disney Springs normally offer some special menus. A mini Mardi Gras parade featuring golf carts decorated as floats by Cast Members take place at Disney’s Port Orleans, typically starting at 10 a.m. near the Acadian House.

Disney After Hours– These separately ticketed events at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and EPCOT have a limited number of guests allowed to stay three hours after the park closes and let you in at 7 p.m., a couple of hours before the park closes. In addition to the shorter lines because of less people, those attending can also indulge in snacks like ice cream, popcorn, and select drinks included on the ticket. Here are the nights of the events:

• Magic Kingdom – March 3, 17, 24 and 31
• Hollywood Studios – March 5 and 26

Extended Evening Hours – Eligible Deluxe hotel guests can stay at some theme parks for a few hours after the official closing. Here is the schedule:

• March 3 – EPCOT – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 5 – Magic Kingdom – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 10- EPCOT – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 12 – Magic Kingdom – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 17 – EPCOT – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 19- Magic Kingdom – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 24 – EPCOT – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 26 – Magic Kingdom – 9 to 11 p.m. 
• March 31 – EPCOT – 9 to 11 p.m. 

Magic Kingdom

• The Astro Orbiter – Closed for refurbishment – The Tomorrowland attraction is closed with a planned reopening in the summer of 2025.
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – Closed for refurbishment – The Adventureland attraction is closed for a long refurbishment. The ride will reopen sometime in 2026.
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant – Queue refurbishment –  The indoor queue closed on Feb. 24 and reopen sometime during the Spring 2025. The ride will remain open. 
• Hall of Presidents. Closed for refurbishment –  As the change in the presidency takes place, the attraction closed for changes. No reopening date has been announced.

Hollywood Studios

• The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure – Closed for refurbishment – This attraction which is replacing the Voyage of Little Mermaid is expected to open in summer 2025.
• Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano – Closing Permanently– This dining experience at Grand Avenue will have its last day to dine on May 10. 
• Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo – Closing Permanently – Muppet*Vision 3D last day of operation is June 7. The closure will make way for the changeover of the area to Monsters Inc. land. 

Animal Kingdom

• Tough To Be A Bug – Closing Permanently. The show under the Tree of Life will close permanently on March 17, 2025, to make way for Zootopia: Better Zoogether! coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park in winter 2025.
• Kali River Rapids – Closed for Refurbishment. Known for its guaranteed soaking, this water ride istemporarily closed for refurbishment and is expected to reopen sometime in March.
• Bat Exhibit – Closed for refurbishment. Starting Feb. 17 the bat exhibit at Maharajah Jungle Trek will be closed for refurbishment. The area is expected to reopen in early March 2025.
• TriceraTop Spin and Fossil Fun Games – Closed Permanently. This section of Dinoland U.S.A. is now closed to make way for the Tropical Americas area coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. 

EPCOT

• Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros – Closed for refurbishment. The boat ride that follows Donald Duck Panchito and José Carioca on a journey through Mexico in the Mexico Pavilion is expected to reopen on March 15, 2025.
• Test Track – Closed for an extended refurbishment – Test Track closed on June 16, 2024 for an extensive reimagining. It is expected to reopen in summer 2025.
• EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival — March 5 to June 2, 2025. The festival features dozens of Disney character topiaries, Outdoor Kitchens and performances during the Garden Rocks Concert Series.

Disney Springs

• EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival — March 5 to June 2, 2025 – The festival features dozens of Disney character topiaries, Outdoor Kitchens and performances during the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Here is a look at the concert lineup for March:
  • March 7-8: Tommy DeCarlo, former lead singer of Boston
  • March 9-10: Air Supply – 50th Anniversary Celebration
  • March 14- 15: Blue October
  • March 16-17: Rick Springfield
  • March 21-22: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
  • March 23-24: 38 Special
  • March 28-29: Jason Scheff, longtime lead vocalist of Chicago
  • March 30- 31: Queensrÿche 

Disney Springs

• Celebrate HER Story — Throughout March — This annual event take place during Women’s History Month to honor women and normally includes art, entertainment, dining, and shopping events.
• Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival – March 14-17– Raglan Road at Disney Springs throws an annual celebration with live entertainment, dancing and face painting. There is four days of special of special entertainment. Here is what’s coming to Raglan Road.

Water Parks

• Typhoon Lagoon – Closed for refurbishment . The park is closed for annual refurbishment. In the meantime Blizzard Beach is operating. There is no indication when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen from its refurbishment.

Disney Resorts

• Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort – Room refurbishment work will take place from September 2024 to September 2025.
• Beach Club Resort – Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed and undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral and Dunes Cove leisure pools.
• BoardWalk Inn and Villas – Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Disney’s BoardWalk Villas are being refurbished with new offerings; plus, updates to Guest rooms, lobby and more. While most Resort hotel amenities will remain available, you may be able to see and hear construction during daytime hours. Additionally, please allow for additional travel time. In addition, from January 2025 through May 2025, the merchandise locations along Disney’s BoardWalk will be refurbished in phases. Two merchandise locations will remain available for Guests throughout the refurbishment. During this time, Guests may see and hear construction activity in the area.
• JellyRolls – Closing permanently. Jellyrolls dueling piano bar will hold its last performance on April 19. 
• Carribbean Beach Resort: Sebastian’s Bistro will temporarily close for refurbishment starting March 24, 2025. The restaurant is expected to reopen by the end of March 2025.
• Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – The resort will undergo refurbishment from mid-May 2025 to September 2025. All resort amenities will remain available but guests may notice construction work during the day. 
• Grand Floridian – The Courtyard Pool, spa, and Courtyard Pool Bar at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is now closed and will remain closed through late February 2025, for routine maintenance on the Courtyard Pool building.
• Magnolia Bend at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside – Refurbishment of the room at Magnolia Bend will take place from early April 2025 through the end of January 2026. Guests may see or hear construction work in the area. This is in addition to the work being done now at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter which will continue through Spring 2025.
• Disney’s Pop Century Resort – Guest rooms will go through refurbishment from late March 2025 to mid-February 2026. All resort amenities will remain available but guests may see construction during the day.