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Crush’s Coaster:
a major closure starting September 2026
Disneyland Paris has confirmed a significant refurbishment for Crush’s Coaster. The attraction based on the Pixar film Finding Nemo will temporarily stop welcoming guests starting September 7, 2026, for a project scheduled through the summer of 2027.
Official Schedule
A closure starting September 7, 2026
Disneyland Paris describes the project as the most significant technical refurbishment of Crush’s Coaster since the attraction opened in 2007.
The closure is set to begin on September 7, 2026. Disneyland Paris indicates that journeys through the East Australian Current will be suspended until summer 2027. The project is expected to last approximately ten months and involves teams from Design & Delivery, Walt Disney Imagineering Paris, Maintenance, and the Central Workshops.
Key takeaway for planning a visit: Disney is currently communicating a reopening for summer 2027 without announcing a specific date. Therefore, this period should not be interpreted as a guaranteed reopening day.
Technical Modernization
What will this major refurbishment change?
Certain control systems will be entirely replaced as part of the modernization.
Sensors and communication equipment are among the technical elements involved.
Disneyland Paris also confirms the replacement of certain sections of the track.
The stated goal is to ensure the attraction's operation for years to come, while maintaining the quality of the experience and improving comfort for both guests and Cast Members.
Two major phases
Technical work followed by testing and validation
1. Intervention on equipment
The first major phase focuses on the attraction's essential systems: controls, sensors, communication, and track sections are among the officially announced elements.
2. An extensive testing campaign
Before the return of the public, a second phase will be dedicated to technical testing and validation to verify the functionality of all installations.
What Disney is not saying: Official communication does not detail any change to the ride layout, new scenes, new vehicles, or a transformation of the attraction's concept. Therefore, these elements should not be presented as planned.
Theming
The East Australian Current will also regain its sparkle
The project will not be strictly technical. During the closure, teams from Disneyland Paris and outside contractors will also work on numerous set elements.
Disney has announced cleaning, repainting, and repair operations to preserve the world inspired by the Disney and Pixar animated film Finding Nemo. This part of the project is intended to refresh the visual experience, though no complete thematic overhaul has been announced.
A historic project
Why this closure is exceptional
Open since 2007
Crush’s Coaster is one of the iconic attractions of the current Disney Adventure World and immerses guests in the world of Finding Nemo.
More significant than in 2015
The attraction previously underwent a prolonged closure of approximately six months in 2015. Disneyland Paris specifies that the 2026-2027 project will be the most significant ever conducted on the attraction.
Approximately ten months of work
The announced duration is due in particular to the scale of the modernization and the technical testing campaign planned before it returns to service.
No precise return date
The only official window available at this stage is summer 2027. An exact date may be announced by Disneyland Paris at a later time.
Planning your visit
What to do at Disney Adventure World during the closure?
The closure of Crush’s Coaster obviously does not mean the closure of Worlds of Pixar or Disney Adventure World. Guests will be able to continue discovering the park's other worlds, including Pixar, Marvel, and Frozen experiences.
To plan a day at the park, it is always best to check the operating hours and attraction closures in official Disneyland Paris information closer to your visit: operating schedules can change.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Crush’s Coaster closure
When does Crush’s Coaster close at Disneyland Paris?
The closure for refurbishment is announced starting September 7, 2026.
When is Crush’s Coaster scheduled to reopen?
Disneyland Paris announces a reopening in summer 2027, but no exact date is yet confirmed.
How long will the work last?
The project is announced to last approximately ten months.
What work is planned?
Disney confirms the replacement of certain control systems, sensors, communication equipment, and track sections, as well as work on the sets.
Will the Crush’s Coaster layout change?
No change to the ride layout is announced in the official communication consulted. This is primarily a technical refurbishment and a restoration of many set elements.
Why does the reopening not have a precise date yet?
Disneyland Paris only indicates a window for summer 2027. A significant phase of testing and technical validation is planned before reopening to the public.
A major project to
prepare for the coming years
Starting in September 2026, Crush’s Coaster will enter an exceptional period of work. For guests, the most important information to remember is simple: closure on September 7, 2026, and a return announced for summer 2027.
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