Iconic Disneyland Ride Closes Indefinitely For Big Expansion

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — An iconic Disneyland ride closed indefinitely this week for most of 2024, and possibly longer, after the Haunted Mansion closed its doors Monday for big expansion plans.

Normally, the Haunted Mansion shuts down for a few weeks at the beginning of every year to take down its "Nightmare Before Christmas"-themed holiday overlay. However, park officials said that this year, the ride is set to close for a longer period of time to undergo large-scale changes to the grounds outside the ride building.

While the exact time of the ride's closure is not clear, Disneyland officials suggested that the construction could last through the entire year.

According to officials, the construction will be mainly focused on the grounds just outside the ride building, where the ride queue will receive a full overhaul with additional theming and more "interactive elements" to keep riders entertained while waiting in line.

In addition, a dedicated gift shop is expected to be added near the exit of the ride.

“The additions will build on the story and lore of the Haunted Mansion and include an expanded outdoor queue to immerse guests in enhanced theming,” according to the Disney Parks Blog.

“Local legend suggests the manor known today as the Haunted Mansion was first built by a prosperous sea captain,” the post said. “To this day, the mansion’s staff faithfully maintains the happy haunting grounds. The expanded queue will tie into these stories and more, including new gardens inspired by Master Gracey, Madame Leota and the one-eyed cat.”