Beloved Disneyland Ride Gets Major Update Ahead of Summer Travel

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Beloved Disneyland Ride Gets Major Update Ahead of Summer Travel

Originally posted on Men's Journal | By Rachel Schneider | Last updated Apr 19, 2026 12:37 AM ET

Disneyland has officially signaled the end of two major refurbishments just in time for the summer travel season. After months of "no posted end dates," the resort’s rolling refurbishment calendar has been updated with a definitive return for two of its most "marquee" attractions: the Jungle Cruise and Toy Story Midway Mania.

Both rides are now confirmed to welcome guests back on April 24, 2026, wrapping up a spring break season that saw several high-capacity favorites temporarily sidelined for maintenance.

Jungle Cruise: Standard Upkeep or Secret Upgrades?

The Jungle Cruise has been shuttered since February 17, 2026. While the attraction underwent a massive $600,000 renovation of its "tiger ruins" scene in 2024, the head of attraction engineering recently reminded fans that water rides are a "maintenance constant."

Due to the corrosive nature of metal in water, this two-month closure is believed to be focused on critical mechanical upkeep rather than show-scene changes. However, Disney has a history of surprising fans with minor "plussing" during these standard windows, and guests will be eager to see if any new animatronic nuances have been added.

Toy Story Midway Mania and the ‘Toy Story 5’ Hype

Over in Disney California Adventure, Toy Story Midway Mania has been closed since April 6. While Disney has not stated an official reason for the downtime, the timing is notable. Toy Story 5 is slated for a theatrical release on June 19, 2026, and Disney is currently leaning heavily into the franchise with new experiences also launching at Walt Disney World.

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Furthermore, the park’s 70th Anniversary celebration is currently in full swing and set to run through August 9. Fans expect the 70 special target designs added last summer to remain in place, though rumors suggest a few new character cameos could be hidden within the game’s digital scenes to promote the upcoming film.

Ongoing Construction and Summer Savings

The area surrounding Toy Story Midway Mania is also seeing significant activity as crews continue work on the highly anticipated Pixar 'Coco' attraction. Land has been almost completely cleared, signaling that the footprint of Pixar Pier is entering its next major phase of development.

The reopening of these classics comes as Disney rolls out some of its most "aggressive" pricing in years to combat a perceived slowdown in family travel. Along with the ride return, the resort is offering a $50-per-day child ticket to draw in families during the summer months.

Other ongoing or upcoming refurbishments to watch include Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, and Pirates of the Caribbean.

This article first appeared on Men's Journal and was syndicated with permission.

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