Overview

• Blizzard Beach closed after September 7 and is listed as under refurbishment with no reopening date, making Typhoon Lagoon the only operating Disney water park in Orlando.
• New coverage on September 16 revisits whether Disney might eventually retire one of the two parks, emphasizing that the discussion remains speculative.
• Reports highlight maintenance demands at Blizzard Beach, including upkeep for Summit Plummet and a chairlift-style system, as factors that could weigh on long-term viability.
• Analyses also note Typhoon Lagoon’s older infrastructure and more commonplace tropical theme in Florida, fueling arguments that it could be more expendable despite its signature wave pool and surf lessons.
• Fans and bloggers continue to debate the parks’ futures following years of alternating operations and extended refurbishments, with no official guidance from Disney on any permanent shutdown.