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Big Top Souvenirs Closes for Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

The Storybook Circus shop is the land’s second tent under refurbishment, with Disney targeting a “later this year” reopening.

Overview

  • Disney confirmed the closure took effect February 20, with the shop expected to reopen later this year.
  • Large construction walls now surround the Big Top Souvenirs tent, signaling active work at the site.
  • Pete’s Silly Sideshow shut earlier in January, its tent top was removed with wiring exposed, and its characters now roam Storybook Circus.
  • Permits filed in late 2025 covered both Pete’s Silly Sideshow and Big Top Souvenirs, indicating a coordinated refurbishment of the adjacent tents.
  • With Big Top Souvenirs shuttered, guests are directed to alternatives such as The Emporium and Main Street Confectionery, where lines may be longer.