Patch Notes // updated 2026.03

Big Top Souvenirs

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2026
REFURBISHMENTsince Feb 20 · ongoing · ~4 mo
- Feb 20
  Big Top Souvenirs closed for a lengthy structural refurbishment of its circus tent, with Disney saying it is expected to reopen later in 2026.
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- During the refurbishment the entire Big Top tent was removed, leaving crews working on the bare steel frame of the structure.
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2021

Back OnlineAug 15, 2021

Big Top Souvenirs reopened for the first time since the March 2020 pandemic shutdown, debuting a new air-conditioned, circus-themed indoor seating area ('Treats and Seats') while trimming back its merchandise footprint.

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2019

Back OnlineDec 18, 2019

Big Top Souvenirs and its Big Top Treats counter reopened after an unexplained closure that had begun the prior week.

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2012

NewSep 30, 2012

Big Top Souvenirs opened in the new Storybook Circus area of New Fantasyland, replacing County Bounty at the former Mickey's Toontown Fair.

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