Disney Springs Reopening | Next Adventure Vacations

Next week, many third-party participants (non-Disney owned enterprises) will open their doors to Disney Springs Guests. On May 27, three Disney-owned and -operated stores and venues will reopen:

World of Disney
D-Luxe Burger (mobile order) and
Marketplace Co-Op

Visit DisneySprings.com/reopening for the most current information on which locations are open.

Following CDC recommendations as well as state and county government orders, Disney Springs is implementing a number of new health and safety measures and operational changes. The Disney Magic will still be there, for sure! It’s just going to look at bit different than before.

Here is what you need to know, according to the official release from Disney:

Parking and Entrances: During this initial phase, Guests will be directed to self-park in the Orange and Lime Garages. All surface lots will be closed. Disney will also reduce the number of entrances for Disney Springs to four locations: Orange and Lime Garages, the Hotel Plaza Boulevard pedestrian bridge and ride share location.
Appropriate Face Coverings: All Guests 3 years of age and older, along with Cast Members and third-party operating-participant employees, will be required to wear an appropriate face covering while visiting Disney Springs. Please be sure you have an ample number of face coverings for yourself and your party before you arrive, as you’ll need to wear them over your nose and mouth at all times (except when sitting at a dining table).
Temperature Screenings: Once you arrive at Disney Springs, you and your party will be required to undergo temperature screenings. Based on guidance from health authorities, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher will be directed to an additional location for rescreening and assistance; those who again measure 100.4 degrees or higher will not be allowed entry, nor will those in their party.
Physical Distancing and Capacity Measures: To maintain appropriate physical distancing throughout Disney Springs during this initial phase, Disney will limit the number of Guests visiting the property, as well as within each location. In addition, ground markings will help promote proper distancing when queuing is necessary. There will also be physical barriers in select places where it’s difficult to maintain physical distancing.
Cleanliness: Disney has increased cleaning and disinfection procedures in high-traffic areas such as elevators and escalators, handrails, benches, tables, handles, restrooms and more. They will also have hand-washing stations and hand sanitizer available, and encourage you to use these frequently.
Cashless Transactions: Disney is recommending guests use cashless payment options whenever possible during your visit to Disney Springs, including debit cards, credit cards, Disney gift cards, etc. You can also opt for contactless payment options or use cash to purchase a Disney gift card at the Welcome Center and select merchandise locations.

Disney Cast Members are undergoing extensive training in the new procedures and protocols, and these same practices are being implemented in the Cast Member areas, as well, to ensure the safety and health of CMs and guests alike.

Download this Infographic put out by Disney that summarizes the protocols that will be in place at Disney Springs:

DS-Infographic Download

While Disney still has no set opening dates for either Walt Disney World or Disneyland, I’ll keep watching the latest and passing the official news on to you, as well as relevant information from appropriate and reliable sources.