Credit: BioreconstructAn ongoing project at Walt Disney World has been extended.
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Refurbishments are common for Walt Disney World. However, 2025 is an exceptionally big year for the resort, with all kinds of renovations, updates, remodels, and overhauls in the works. Work is currently underway on three new lands, two of which are inspired by classic Pixar films like Monsters, Inc. and Cars.
Other upcoming projects include the closure and renovation of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which will be getting a Muppets twist. Guests can also look forward to the grand opening of Animal Kingdom’s new show, Zootopia: Better Zoogether, which will be located inside the Tree of Life where It’s Tough to be A Bug was formerly located.
Other projects include a new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed bar opening at the Magic Kingdom later this year, as well as refreshes for various hotels across the Walt Disney World property. One of the hotels getting a refresh is Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside, though guests shouldn’t expect things to be finished by the original timeline, as Disney has announced the project has been extended.
Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Renovation Extended
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The ongoing refurbishment of Magnolia Bend rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort- Riverside has been extended by one full month. Work was slated to begin back in April of this year on the rooms, but was delayed to May. The project is now expected to be completed by February 2026.
The news was confirmed by Walt Disney World on the resort’s official website. Below is a statement released by Disney:
From early May 2025 through the end of February 2026, Guest rooms in the Magnolia Bend at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside will undergo refurbishment. During this time, Guests may see or hear construction work in the area.
Disney’s Port Orleans is divided into two distinct sections: Riverside and French Quarter. Guests have the option of exploring both sides of New Orleans, with Riverside being a little more cozy, rustic, and relaxed and the French Quarter offering a more authentic Mardi Gras feel.
Both resorts are fantastic places to stay and often rank as some of Disney World’s best-rated hotels on property.
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