Haunted Mansion fans can start planning their spooky visit as the beloved Disneyland ride is set to reopen, albeit amidst ongoing construction. After seven months of refurbishments, the Haunted Mansion will return by August 23, just in time for the Halloween season. Despite this, visitors will need to navigate through a maze of construction walls, as crews are still hard at work on the new stand-by queue and surrounding grounds.
Construction Continues Amidst Reopening
The Disneyland website confirmed that the new stand-by queue experience is still under construction. To manage the crowd flow, a virtual queue system will be in place, allowing guests to visit the eerie estate while work continues. The Haunted Mansion initially closed in January for extensive renovations, including updates to the outdoor queue area. This renovation aims to improve accessibility, with the addition of a new elevator for wheelchair users at the ride’s exit, and a new retail shop themed as Madame Leota’s carriage house.
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Disneyland announced that the Haunted Mansion Holiday will return on August 23, marking the start of the Halloween Time season at the Anaheim theme park resort. The use of a virtual queue will help manage the anticipated crowds eager to experience the attraction once again.
Anticipated Reopening Before Anniversary
According to MiceChat, the Haunted Mansion is expected to reopen in late July, ahead of its 55th anniversary on August 9. “Come hell or high water, they want the attraction to open well before that date,” a source from MiceChat reported. However, the new queue and retail shop won’t be ready in time for the reopening.
Visitors will bypass the construction areas via designated entrance and exit pathways. Despite the incomplete construction, Disneyland is determined to offer a seamless experience for guests during the Halloween season. The ongoing work is part of a broader effort to enhance the Haunted Mansion’s infrastructure and overall guest experience.
In summary, while the Haunted Mansion’s construction is not yet complete, the ride will be ready to welcome visitors for Halloween. The new stand-by queue and additional features will continue to take shape, ensuring future visits to this iconic attraction are even more enjoyable. Disneyland’s commitment to maintaining and improving its attractions demonstrates its dedication to providing a magical experience for all guests.