Another sign that the holiday season is getting closer at the Disneyland Resort! “it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park will close beginning October 30, 2026, as Disney prepares the classic attraction for its annual holiday transformation.

The closure will allow Disney to install the seasonal decorations and enhancements that turn the attraction into “it’s a small world” Holiday.

Thankfully, guests won’t have to wait long to experience the festive version of the attraction. “it’s a small world” Holiday is scheduled to open November 13, 2026, coinciding with the beginning of the holiday season at Disneyland Resort.

When Is “it’s a small world” Closing at Disneyland?

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The regular version of “it’s a small world” will close October 30, 2026.

During the closure, Disney will begin installing the extensive holiday theming found throughout the attraction.

The transformation happens both inside and outside, turning the iconic Disneyland attraction into one of the park’s most recognizable holiday experiences.

When Does “it’s a small world” Holiday Open in 2026?

“it’s a small world” Holiday opens November 13, 2026, the same day the holiday season officially begins at Disneyland Resort.

That means the attraction will be unavailable to guests for approximately two weeks between its October 30 closure and November 13 reopening.

Once it returns, guests will be able to experience the attraction’s seasonal overlay throughout the Disneyland holiday season.

What Is “it’s a small world” Holiday?

“it’s a small world” Holiday transforms the classic Fantasyland attraction with festive decorations and holiday touches.

The attraction’s familiar scenes and characters receive seasonal additions, while the experience incorporates holiday music alongside elements of the classic “it’s a small world” song.

The transformation has become a Disneyland holiday tradition and gives guests a very different way to experience the attraction compared with the version available throughout most of the year.

How Long Will “it’s a small world” Holiday Remain Open?

The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort run through January 6, 2027, but the end of the official holiday season doesn’t necessarily mean the attraction will immediately return to its regular version.

An exact January 2027 closing date for “it’s a small world” Holiday has not yet been announced.

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