5 Things You Won’t Be Able To Do at Magic Kingdom Anymore

Disney World is constantly changing, and while that means exciting new rides and fresh food options, it also means saying goodbye to a few favorites. Magic Kingdom especially has seen some pretty significant updates in 2025—some permanent, some temporary.

If you’re heading to the park anytime soon, here are five things you won’t be able to do there.

1. Ride the Liberty Belle or Explore Tom Sawyer Island

Let’s start with one of the biggest changes: Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Belle riverboat have all officially closed for good. That whole section of Frontierland is being transformed into something brand-new—Piston Peak National Park, a Cars-themed land inspired by Planes: Fire & Rescue.

So if you were hoping for a relaxing riverboat cruise or some old-school adventuring on the island, it’s time to mark those off your list. Disney quietly removed these staples in July 2025, and it’s safe to say they won’t be coming back. However, the new land might be making an appearance in 2028 or 2029.

2. Take a Wild Ride on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Don’t let the lack of construction walls fool you—Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently out of commission. It’s been down since January 2025 for a massive refurbishment and won’t reopen until sometime in 2026. This isn’t just a little touch-up; Disney is giving the ride a complete overhaul with new effects and smoother track work. While it’s exciting to think about what’s coming, it’s still a tough blow for fans of this Frontierland favorite.

3. Catch a Ride Under the Sea

For a short stretch in late July, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid will be closed for scheduled maintenance. From July 21 to 26, guests won’t be able to board their clamshells to sing along with Ariel and friends. This one’s a temporary closure, so if you’re planning a trip outside of those dates, you’ll be able to ride again soon. Still, it’s worth double-checking closures before you go, especially during summer when refurbishments are standard.

4. Blast Away with Buzz Lightyear

Another Tomorrowland favorite is going offline this August. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is set to close on August 4, 2025, for a lengthy refurbishment. The update is supposed to include better animatronics, more precise targets, and possibly an upgraded queue experience. While this attraction has needed some love for a while, its absence will be felt, especially by families who use it as a go-to Lightning Lane option.

5. Watch the Parade from Your Favorite Spot

If you’re someone who stakes out a spot for the Festival of Fantasy Parade every afternoon, you’ve probably noticed something frustrating: construction walls now block several prime viewing areas. With the Frontierland expansion underway, sections that once offered perfect curbside views are closed off entirely or disrupted by nearby work.

It’s not just about the view, either—crowds are now funneled into fewer spaces, making it harder to find a comfortable spot unless you claim it way ahead of time. Magic Kingdom’s afternoon entertainment is still happening, but watching it in your usual favorite place? Not so much.

So, whether you’re missing a riverboat ride, a wild west coaster, or just your go-to parade perch, Magic Kingdom looks a little different this year. The good news? Disney rarely takes something away without planning something big to replace it or make it better.