Overview
- Work begins in early January 2026 with crews draining the moat to access lower sections before painting starts.
- Cranes will be used for upper areas and lowered out of guest sightlines by noon each day to preserve daytime views and photos.
- Temporary entertainment tweaks start January 28, with a modified Let the Magic Begin while Friendship Faire and Happily Ever After continue with minor adjustments.
- Disney expects the repainting to conclude later in 2026, with no specific completion date provided.
- The update was confirmed to reporter Scott Gustin after prior uncertainty when the project was missing from Disney’s initial 2026 calendar, replacing the 2020 pink and rose‑gold scheme.