Disney’s Boardwalk Resort Refurbishment Guide

Disney’s Boardwalk has undergone many refurbishments during our coverage. From routine room renovations to major projects that have significantly changed the resort’s footprint, the resort has evolved. To help keep track of those changes, we put together this timeline. It starts with the most recent refurbishments and those that might affect your stay.

We’ve organized refurbishment notices and construction updates chronologically so you can quickly see what’s been completed, what is in progress, and what’s changed recently. When available, we’ve included links to more detailed updates for additional context.

If you are planning a stay at the Boardwalk, this timeline can help you understand the resort’s current state and how recent work may affect your visit. You may also enjoy looking back at changes over the years.

Disney’s Boardwalk Refurbishment Updates

We’ve listed resort refurbishment dates below in order of most recent.

Upcoming in 2027

Luna Park Pool Refurbishment in Early 2027: From January 11, 2027, to April 2027, the Luna Park Pool, the Luna Park Crazy Play Area, and Leaping Horse Libations at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn & Villas will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see and hear construction until the work is complete. 

September 2026

Atlantic Dance Hall Ends Regular Weekend Operations: Beginning Oct. 1, Atlantic Dance Hall will end its regular weekend operations. Atlantic Dance Hall will remain available for private events through Disney Meetings & Events and Disney Fairy Tale Weddings.

Hurly-Burly Opening Early October: The location is set to open its doors on October 1, 2026. Themed as a historic seaside theater, the Hurly-Burly will offer an all-day menu with shareable bites, nostalgic drinks, and varied entertainment. (This location is now open.)

August 2026

New Paint Color Goes Up at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort: The new Hurly-Burly facade at Disney’s Boardwalk received a fresh coat of paint over the weekend.

The Village Green at Disney’s Boardwalk to Close for Refurbishment: The faux green lawn was removed and replaced as part of this refurbishment. Work is now complete.

June 2026

Disney Announces New Quick Service Restaurant Coming to Boardwalk: While work continues on vacant shops at the Boardwalk, we now know one location will be home to a new quick-service restaurant!

Two New Locations (Hurly-Burly and Basin) Announced for the Boardwalk: Disney confirmed that the new Hurly-Burly lounge and Basin on the Boardwalk will open later this year.

Photos of Construction Progress at Disney’s Boardwalk (June 2026): We visited the Boardwalk to check on the resort’s ongoing refurbishment.

November 2025

Disney’s Boardwalk Refurbishment Announced Through Late 2026:Beginning late November 2025 and continuing throughout 2026, refurbishment work will take place in select areas of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. While Guests may see or hear work during daytime hours, most Resort amenities—including dining, recreation, and merchandise locations—will remain available.

October 2025

Promenade Fine Art Gallery Officially Closed at Disney’s BoardWalk: We found the Promenade Fine Art Gallery closed during our stay.

April 2025

Jellyrolls Announces Final Farewell Date: Jellyrolls, the piano bar at Disney’s BoardWalk, has announced its final farewell date: April 19, 2025.

January 2025

The Gift Shops at Disney’s BoardWalk to Undergo Refurbishment in 2025: 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.

August 2024

Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs Opens at Disney’s Boardwalk: After months of construction, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs opens at the Boardwalk.

May 2024

Disney’s Boardwalk Construction Update Photos (May 2024): Preview updates for the Boardwalk as of May 2024, including new signage installed for the Cake Bake Shop.

2023 Updates

Disney’s Boardwalk 2023 Construction Updates Timeline: Preview our timeline of updates dating back to 2023, when the Boardwalk was undergoing a major refurbishment.

Other

Disney’s Boardwalk opened in July of 1996 as part of the Epcot Resorts Area. For an entire list of refurbishments for all the resorts, see our Disney Hotel Refurbishment Schedule.

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