Disneyland fans, brace yourselves—three enchanted icons are vanishing from the park just as the busy festival season heats up! As an annual passholder who’s tracked Anaheim’s magic through every twist and turn, I’m here to spill the pixie dust on the latest closures hitting Disneyland and Disney California Adventure (DCA) in March 2025.
With the 70th anniversary celebration looming (starting May 16), these seasonal refurbishments—including Indiana Jones Adventure, Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: Breakout, and “Fantasmic”—are stirring buzz and a bit of heartbreak. Why now, during the DCA Food & Wine Festival? And what does it mean for your enchanted 2025 trip?
These closures join a slew of already-shuttered attractions, from the Disneyland Railroad to It’s a Small World, as Disney preps for its milestone year. Whether you’re dodging construction walls or planning around these downtimes, I’ve got the insider scoop—dates, details, and enchanted hacks—to keep your visit magical. Let’s dive into what’s closing, what’s reopening, and how to navigate this refurb frenzy like a passholder pro!
Which Disneyland Attractions Are Closing in March 2025?
Disneyland’s pulling the curtain on three fan-favorites during a peak season—here’s the enchanted rundown:
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Indiana Jones Adventure (Disneyland)
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Closure Dates: March 17 – April 24 (plus an earlier refurb starting January 9)
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Why It’s a Shock: This motion-base dark ride’s month-long downtime mid-festival season is bold—X posts (@MiceChat, February 17) call it “extensive.” Expect smoother jeeps and sharper effects for the 70th.
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Insider Tip: Hit it pre-March 17—passholders use Lightning Lane for last rides.
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Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: Breakout (DCA)
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Closure Dates: March 10 – 20
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Why It’s Big: This Avengers Campus drop tower’s brief 10-day refurb squeezes festival-goers—its free-fall thrills (photo cred: Jeff Gritchen, 2017) are a DCA must. Likely a quick tune-up for May 16’s anniversary kickoff.
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Insider Tip: Ride before March 10—passholders dodge crowds at rope drop.
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“Fantasmic” (Disneyland)
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Closure Dates: March 3-6, March 10-13, March 31 – April 3, April 7-10
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Why It Hurts: Mickey’s nighttime spectacular on Rivers of America (photo cred: Jeff Gritchen, 2017) goes dark four times in March—festival nights lose their fireworks finale. X buzz suggests tech tweaks for the 70th.
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Insider Tip: Catch it pre-March 3—passholders stake spots early by Tom Sawyer Island.
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More Closures: The Refurb List Grows
These three join a lineup already under wraps—here’s the enchanted status:
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Disneyland Railroad & Monorail: Closed since January, back March 6—passholders cheer the return!
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Grizzly River Run (DCA): Winter refurb ends March 14—rapids ready for festival splash.
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It’s a Small World (Fantasyland): Down since late 2024, back in spring—70th upgrades rumored.
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Pixie Hollow (Fantasyland): Closed since September, reopens mid-April—Tink’s lair gets a lift.
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Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln (Main Street): Out since April 2024, back fall 2026—replaced by “Walt Disney — A Magical Life” starting July 17 (rotating post-70th).
Recently Reopened: Haunted Mansion, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, Mark Twain Riverboat (January), and Redwood Creek Challenge Trail (mid-February)—passholders confirm they’re sparkling!
Why Now? Festival Season Meets 70th Prep
The timing’s raising eyebrows—the DCA Food & Wine Festival launches February 28, drawing crowds just as these closures hit. Fans speculate Disney’s rushing to polish these gems for the 70th anniversary on May 16—think enhanced effects, smoother rides, and anniversary flair. As a passholder, I’ve seen this dance before—March refurbs mean April reopenings, just in time for spring’s enchanted surge. But festival-goers, beware: expect tighter Lightning Lane slots and busier paths.
Enchanted Hacks to Navigate the Closures
Don’t let construction walls dim your magic—here’s how to thrive:
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Plan Around Dates: Hit Indy pre-March 17, Guardians pre-March 10, and “Fantasmic” pre-March 3—passholders time it tight.
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Festival Bonus: Savor Food & Wine—$6-$8 bites beat $15+ meals. Pack snacks (allowed, no glass) to save more.
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Lightning Lane: Book Space Mountain or Radiator Springs Racers instead—$25-$35/day still skips lines on open rides.
Savings Tip: Skip a $30 sit-down during “Fantasmic” closures—grab a $10 festival flatbread and save $20 for a 70th pin!
What’s Next Post-Refurb?
These closures aren’t forever—expect enchanted returns:
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Indy: Smoother tracks, sharper snakes—April 25 shines for the 70th.
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Guardians: Polished drops by March 21—ready for festival finale.
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“Fantasmic”: Brighter lights, crisper sound—April 11 dazzles post-breaks.
The 70th anniversary’s “Walt Disney — A Magical Life” debuts July 17 at the Opera House—X hints (@DisneyParks, February 12) at a solo run, then rotating with Lincoln in 2026. More magic’s brewing—passholders are buzzing!
Disneyland reveals all-new experiences coming to Main Street, U.S.A., debuting on the 70th anniversary – July 17! New offerings include a tribute to the Sherman brothers, exhibits inside the Opera House featuring some never-before-seen images and art, plus artifacts from Walt… pic.twitter.com/HybdOE2KXb
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) February 12, 2025
FAQs About Disneyland Closures in 2025
Why are so many Disneyland rides closing in March 2025?
Seasonal refurbs prep for the 70th anniversary (May 16)—smoother rides, better shows.
Which attractions are open during the Food & Wine Festival?
Space Mountain, Pirates, Incredicoaster—plenty of classics stay enchanted!
When will “Fantasmic” be back for good?
April 11 ends the March-April breaks— expect 70th upgrades.