Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom Closing for Refurbishment in January 2023

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom will be closing in January for a brief refurbishment. The attraction will be closed from January 9 through January 13, 2023.

Walt Disney World refurbishments typically take place in January as there are fewer crowds and the weather is more temperate.

The Disney World website describes the attraction as:

“The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness
Legend has it that soon after gold was first discovered here in the 1850s, eerie things began to happen. Trains would take off and race through tunnels—by themselves.

After you arrive at the legendary Big Thunder Mining Company, descend into an abandoned mine shaft and board your train. As you enter the cursed cavern, the engine speeds up along the rickety track. Dodge exploding dynamite and falling boulders as you swoop around turns, drop into canyons and dart through the mysterious ghost town of Tumbleweed.

Your rip-roaring adventure proves that some legends are true. You’re sure to have a real blast!”

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