Disney World Monthly Snapshot: July 2025
July is going to be a busy month at Walt Disney World. The month starts off with a bang (literally) in terms of the 4th of July holiday. It is one of my favorite times to visit. Many guests will tell you that the parks are packed, but we have found in recent years that it’s only slightly more busy than the average day. Of course, someone who doesn’t visit often might have a difficult time discerning between a day with low crowds versus extreme ones. To the average guest, a regular day at Magic Kingdom might feel busy even if you visit on the slowest day of the year. I hope that’s fair.
While this isn’t a crowd calendar by any means, I felt the need to address the “crowd situtation” for July. Yes, it is likely that more people will show up on the 3rd and 4th to participate in holiday festivities. But I wouldn’t go into my visit expecting the worse. If you have a bad attitude or anxiety about facing long lines before you arrive, it won’t make anything better. If you were to ask my best advice for visiting over the holiday, it would be three-fold:
- Hydrate ahead of time and plan to stay hydrated during your trip. (This is so important.)
- Take breaks as needed. Check-in with everyone in your party often. Some might need more breaks than others.
- Have fun and take advantage of the holiday offerings! You’re going at a special time of the year and will be privy to select offerings that only happen for the holiday.
Here’s what we have for July so far:
July 2025 at Walt Disney world
Other Reminders
Cool Kid Summer: Disneys Cool Kid Summer promotion offers numerous activities and character interactions geared toward children. For more on what to expect see our guide to Disney’s Cool Kid Summer.
Magic Kingdom Temporary Closures in July: Astro Orbiter, The Hall of Presidents, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (*Astro Orbiter and The Hall of Presidents are expected to reopen at some point. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will not reopen until some time in 2026.)
*The Dumbo Play While You Wait Area (indoor children’s playground) remains closed. It is schedule to reopen “later this year” per Disney. (The ride is open, this is only in regards to the play area.)
Permanent Closures: The Liberty Square Riverboat, Tom Sawyer Island, and Rivers of America all permanently close on July 7th at Magic Kingdom.
Epcot Ride Closures in July: Test Track will be closed most of the month. Special previews will take place during this time. As noted above, the ride will reopen to the public on July 22, 2025.
Hollywood Studios: You may remember that Muppet*Vision 3D, Pizzerizzo, and Mama Melrose have all permanently closed. No temporary closures are scheduled at this time.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: You may remember that the following attractions already closed permanently this year: TriceraTop Spin, It’s Tough to be a Bug, Chester and Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, and Fossil Fuel Games.
Planning for Next Month
We’re already aware of a few things for August 2025. They are as follows:
- August 10th: Last day of the Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs
- Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Kicks-Off (First Event: August 15th)
- August 28th: First Day of the 2025 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
- Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin Closes for Extended Refurbishment (Exact Date Not Yet Known)
Final Thoughts
We will update this calendar as more announcements are made. We’ve updated our June 2025 timeline to include major items announced throughout the month. We hope that these timelines will serve not only as a current reference but also as a future one.
Previous Months: May 2025 Disney World Timeline
For planning a Disney World vacation, you might also enjoy our Disney World Resorts Guide. It provides an overview of our coverage of the resorts. Our Disney World Dining Guide is a good resource for planning all your meals. For more on the theme parks, start with our Disney World Parks Guide. It leads to coverage of all four theme parks. If you or someone in your party has an interest in meeting characters at Disney World, that guide will help you locate options. Lastly, our Disney Water Parks Guide will help you get started planning a trip to either of Disney’s two water parks.
Whether you’re new to the world of Disney or a seasoned pro in search of a new adventure, their goal is to help you plan a tailor-made experience like no other. Check with our travel partner, Firefly Travels, to begin planning.
In the Comments
We hope you’re looking forward to spending some time at Walt Disney World this summer! Let us know in the comments if you have an upcoming visit planned or if you see we’re missing something major!
