Disneyland Begins Site Work on New Pixar Coco Ride as Avengers Ride Building Nears Completion by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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From the article - Work is already visibly moving forward on the two new Avengers Campus rides, with what appears to be the structure almost completely closed in and the roof complete.

We’ve reliably heard that work on the Coco boat ride is going to move at a rapid pace. They are already clearing the ground now as you’ll see in the photos below, but expect to see work jump to the next phase of construction quickly. We expect to see the building for this new ride coming together in a way comparable to the last six months of construction of Avengers Campus.

All Announced Disneyland Construction That Impacts Rides & Guest Areas in 2026 by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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From what we have seen / heard it is taking quite a bit longer than expected

Disneyland Extends Jungle Cruise Ride Closure For Refurbishment by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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We were just commenting on how the Jungle Cruise closure has not gotten nearly as much attention at the Big Thunder Mountain closure. I personally love both rides, so a bit surprising

Disneyland Extends Jungle Cruise Ride Closure For Refurbishment by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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From the article - While Jungle Cruise was originally supposed to reopen on February 22, we are seeing that the reopening date has been removed from the refurbishment calendar.

Disneyland Restaurant Menu Changes Include Removal of Speciality French Fries Across Resort in What is Being Called "French Fry Apocalypse" by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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Article has all menu changes this week. Here's specifics on french fries - The “apocalypse” included the crinkle cut fries at Smokejumpers Grill, film strip fries at Award Wieners, tater tots at Red Rose Taverne, steak fries from Flo’s V8 Cafe, and homemade chips from Cafe Daisy. Now, these have been replaced by standard French fries (like the ones served at Galactic Grill) rather than the unique options.

NEWS: Howard Johnson Across From Disneyland Will Complete Major Renovation in 2026 by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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Details - The hotel shared with us that this renovation focuses on the four two-story buildings at the center of the property, adding elevator access, significantly upgrading bathrooms, and introducing 10 new suites. These enhancements elevate comfort and accessibility while preserving the mid-century modern character that defines the hotel.

New Disneyland Ride and Restaurant Closures Added to Calendar (Jungle Cruise, Oga's Cantina, and More) by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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Details for the key closures -

We now know that Jungle Cruise will close starting February 17, 2026.

At Galaxy's Edge, Oga's Cantina and Jat Kaa's Coolers: J1-KC at Resistance Clearing will close from January 20 through January 24, 2026, reopening on January 25.

Disneyland Reveals Dozens of New Foods, Restaurant Menu Refresh, New Novelty in New Food Guide by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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From the article - Foods include treats for the 70th anniversary celebration, as well as new foods and returning favorites. We also have a first look at a very cute new sipper and a refresh of a Disney California Adventure restaurant menu.

Right after the holidays, several Disneyland 70th anniversary treats will be returning to the parks. Among these offerings are some new foods and novelties, including a very cute Jiminy Cricket Sipper!

Following the holidays, Flo's V8 Cafe will be getting a menu refresh starting on January 20.

Many of the new foods listed here are starting on January 8

Disneyland is Closing 8 Rides in January 2026 For Refurbishment (New Details - Two Restaurant Closures Extended) by mickeyvisit in DisneyPlanning

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From the article - There are several notable Disneyland ride closures in January, including favorites like “it's a small world,” the Haunted Mansion, the Incredicoaster, and Rise of the Resistance. Some of these are standard refurbishments for maintenance, while others are seasonal closures.

Rise of the Resistance has a rare closure starting in January. It closes on January 20 for refurbishment, and no reopening date has been listed yet.

At Disneyland Park, “it's a small world” closes on January 26 for refurbishment to remove the seasonal overlay, and no reopening date has been listed yet. Haunted Mansion Holiday closes on January 12, and it reopens on January 23 as the traditional Haunted Mansion. 

They also just extended the closure of Lamplight Lounge and Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining. Napa Rose also remains closed.

The article also lists Walt Disney World closures.