Disney Springs has confirmed a permanent closure after 10 years of operation.Originally opened in 1975 as Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village, Disney Springs has undergone multiple transformations. It was previously known as Walt Disney World Village, Disney Village Marketplace, and Downtown Disney before a sweeping overhaul reintroduced it as Disney Springs in 2015, expanding its dining, retail, and entertainment footprint.Credit: DisneyThe reimagined district leaned heavily into themed neighborhoods, including The Landing, Marketplace, West Side, and Town Center. Anchored by Disney-owned and third-party brands, it evolved into a key revenue driver for Walt Disney World Resort beyond traditional theme park gates.In recent years, the district has lost several iconic spots. That includes Sprinkles, the cupcake chain that shuttered nationwide with little notice on January 1, and the clothing stores Francesca’s and Shore.Now, another location is saying farewell.Credit: Disney10-Year-Old Disney Springs Location Confirms Its DemiseJohnston & Murphy is officially closing its Disney Springs location on May 7, 2026.First opened with the rest of the Town Center area in 2016, Johnston & Murphy is a premium apparel and footwear retailer offering classic shoes, clothing, and accessories for both men and women. The brand is known for its heritage craftsmanship and focus on polished, business-casual style.Credit: DisneyThis year has proven tough for Disney Springs retail, so it’s not totally surprising that a replacement has yet to be confirmed.The remaining lineup of the Town Center area includes Anthropologie, UNIQLO, Superdry, Sephora, Kendra Scott, Zara, Coach, and American Threads. Food options include D-Luxe Burger, Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza, Chicken Guy!, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, and the Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar.Credit: Erica Lauren, Inside the MagicAccording to Disney, Disney Springs attracts more visitors per year than Magic Kingdom – despite the latter being the most-visited theme park in the world. However, the retail business is a tough game as of late. Just because Disney Springs sees high foot traffic doesn’t mean every store generates enough income to justify what is likely a steep rental fee to The Walt Disney Company.Across the industry, retailers are contending with rising operating costs, from staffing to inventory, alongside softer discretionary spending. Tourists may browse, but it’s possible that fewer are making high-value purchases, and shorter dwell times limit conversion. For many brands, sustained visibility no longer guarantees sustainable profit.Credit: Jeremy Thompson, FlickrBut it’s not all doom and gloom at Disney Springs.This year is set to bring several new additions. That includes Six Ravens, a new fast-casual concept from the owners of Gideon’s Bakehouse. On the site once occupied by DisneyQuest (and, very briefly, the NBA Experience), Level99 – packed with more than 60 themed physical and mental challenge rooms – will also open later in 2026.How do you feel about the current state of Disney Springs?The post Confirmed: Permanent Closure For Disney Springs After 10 Years appeared first on Inside the Magic.