Disney Reopens Typhoon Lagoon Jan. 27 as Blizzard Beach Closes

Families heading to Walt Disney World for a water park day in early 2027 will have to switch parks partway through the season. Typhoon Lagoon Water Park reopens on Jan. 27, 2027, after its seasonal closure, and Blizzard Beach Water Park closes for refurbishment the same day, according to a Nov. 5 post on the Disney Parks Blog.

Disney is also selling a seasonal pass priced from $89 plus tax that covers both parks, with blackout dates in February and March.

What the swap means for a spring trip

Blizzard Beach stays open to guests through Jan. 26. From Jan. 27, Typhoon Lagoon is the only one of the two parks operating. A family booking a visit before that date and a family booking one after it will be at different parks.

Typhoon Lagoon returns with its attractions and dining locations. Disney describes its Surf Pool as the largest wave pool in North America, with swells that reach six feet.

Rides and height limits at Typhoon Lagoon

• Crush ‘n’ Gusher is a water coaster. Riders must be at least 48 inches tall.
• Castaway Creek is a lazy river with no height requirement.
• Ketchakiddee Creek is a children’s play area for visitors up to 48 inches tall.

The park also has sandy beaches, more water slides and shaded areas for guests who want a slower day.

Water Park Seasonal Pass prices and blackout dates

The Water Park Seasonal Pass costs $89 plus tax for guests aged 10 and older. Children aged 3 to 9 pay $83 plus tax. The pass is valid through May 15, 2027, except on two sets of dates:

• Feb. 19-21, 2027
• March 20-28, 2027

Passholders can use it at Blizzard Beach until the park closes, then at Typhoon Lagoon after it reopens.

What this means for the cost of a water park day

Disney currently lists one-day water park admission at $74 for adults and $68 for children aged 3 to 9, before tax. The pass therefore costs $15 more than a single standard ticket in either age group. A family that plans a second visit before May 15 would be paying for the pass against two full-price days.

Because of the blackout dates, a spring break trip that falls in the March 20-28 window would not be covered. Visits on those days require regular admission.

Extras that come with the pass

Passholders get one free round of miniature golf, played before 4 p.m. on any one date while the pass is valid. The round can be at Winter Summerland Miniature Golf or at Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf.

The pass also gives 20% off same-day rentals of Polar Patios and Beachcomber Shacks. The discount depends on availability, and the rental has to be booked in person at the water park.

Passes can be bought online, by phone or in person at Walt Disney World Resort. They are nontransferable and nonrefundable, and the same guest must use the pass for every visit. Use of the pass also depends on a water park being open on the chosen day.

Source: travel