With the final days of summer behind us, Walt Disney World has shifted gears — and seasons — in a big way. As pumpkins line Main Street, U.S.A. and the aroma of apple cider fills the air, the resort’s fall transition is far more than just aesthetic. From character meet-and-greet reshuffles to full-scale land closures and new entertainment procedures, guests arriving this autumn will find a park that feels both familiar and refreshed.Credit: Inside the MagicHere’s a comprehensive look at the latest operational changes, closures, and new offerings you’ll encounter during a fall visit to Walt Disney World in 2025.Goodbye Cool Kid Summer, Hello Autumn OverhaulCredit: Inside the MagicSeptember 1st marked the official end of Disney’s “Cool Kid Summer” campaign — a seasonal event that brought character sightings, dance parties, and playful surprises across all four parks. While the summer vibe was all about energy and spontaneity, fall brings a different flavor: structure, celebration, and — yes — construction walls.Let’s break it down by park.Magic Kingdom: End of Dance Parties, Start of Parade SchedulingThe high-energy dance parties that lit up Storybook Circus and Rocket Tower Plaza Stage have wrapped. With fall in full swing, the entertainment schedule is now dominated by Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and the new nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away.While Disney Starlight continues into the season, it’s important to note that it does not run on Halloween party nights, nor will it likely appear during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in November and December. On non-party nights, the parade typically runs at 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, though dates and times remain limited beyond November 1st.EPCOT: CommuniCore Goes Quiet — For NowDuring the summer, CommuniCore Hall had been transformed into a pop-up “GoofyCore” experience as part of the Cool Kid festivities. Now, that energy has been dialed down. As of now, the space is mostly inactive — a quiet placeholder between festivals.However, don’t assume CommuniCore is being neglected. Come November 28th, it becomes the new home of Santa Claus, who previously greeted guests in the Odyssey pavilion. His new schedule begins daily at 11:00 AM and runs through the evening in structured time blocks.Phineas and Ferb — surprise summer meet-and-greeters near EPCOT’s entrance — have also vanished with the season change.And of course, the International Food & Wine Festival continues through November 22nd, giving guests one more reason to linger near Festival Favorites before the holiday transformation begins.Hollywood Studios: Walls Up, Experiences DownThis park has perhaps seen the most dramatic visual change with the closure of Animation Courtyard. The former home to Star Wars Launch Bay and Disney Junior Play & Dance! has now been boarded up as Disney prepares to debut the Walt Disney Studios Lot in 2026. The reimagined space will include “The Magic of Disney Animation” and an Alice in Wonderland-themed “Drawn to Wonderland” playground.Construction walls are now a major presence, with foliage and fencing quickly reshaping guest walkways.Another scheduling shift to note: Fantasmic! has moved to a single nightly performance at 9:30 PM (down from two), with an earlier 6:30 PM showing on select Jollywood Nights dates in November. Occasional 8:00 PM performances may pop up, but checking the My Disney Experience app is now more critical than ever.Animal Kingdom: Closures and a Zootopia DebutDinoLand U.S.A. continues its slow farewell. The Boneyard playground officially closed on September 2nd, and it’s only a matter of time before Dinosaur, the area’s anchor attraction, follows. Guests with nostalgia for the land should make time for a final ride and one last quick bite at Restaurantosaurus this fall.In brighter news, Zootopia: Better Zoogether, a brand-new 4D film experience inside the Tree of Life Theater, premieres on November 7th. The new show is expected to blend characters from Zootopia with immersive storytelling and interactive technology — a fresh addition to Animal Kingdom’s limited entertainment roster.Water Park Update: Blizzard Beach Closes AgainCredit: DisneyAs expected, Blizzard Beach has shuttered for its annual fall/winter refurbishment. Typhoon Lagoon remains open, giving guests a tropical option for those lingering Florida heatwaves. Keep in mind that this seasonal switch typically lasts through early spring.Summer Deals Expire, But Some Discounts RemainAlongside the calendar shift, several promotional offers have expired:50% Off Kids’ Tickets — Ended September 303-Day, 3-Park Ticket Offer — Ended September 22Disney+ Subscriber Hotel Discounts — Ended July 31Florida Resident Summer Magic Ticket — Ended September 27However, guests can still score up to 30% off select resort rooms through October 11th, giving late-fall travelers a last-minute savings opportunity.What Fall Means for Winter PlansWith the Festival of the Holidays set to begin November 28th, and the Monsters, Inc. Land project beginning to take shape in Hollywood Studios’ former Muppets Courtyard, it’s clear Disney is using fall as both a transitional and preparation period. Many of these shifts signal broader moves — toward reimagined spaces, smarter scheduling, and revitalized seasonal events.Fall in Walt Disney World used to be a shoulder season — quieter, cozier, more relaxed. But in 2025, it’s become a critical pivot point. Guests arriving over the next few months should be ready for a blend of limited-time offerings, reduced operations, and sneak previews of what’s coming next.While not every change will thrill every guest (farewell, Boneyard), the season offers something equally valuable: a front-row seat to Walt Disney World’s evolving future.The post Disney World Ends Multiple Operations Across All Theme Parks, Beginning Now appeared first on Inside the Magic.