More Closures Announced Due to Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene is gaining strength and getting ready to make landfall. Even though it will not be a direct hit on Central Florida, the storm will still impact the area.

Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene is now a Category 3 hurricane and is on track to directly hit Tallahassee. The storm surge could reach as high as 20 feet in some areas (not central Florida).

For travelers headed to Disney World during this time of year, it is important to be prepared and stay aware of weather conditions. This includes packing extra items like battery chargers, medications, and baby supplies. It may also be wise to turn on all weather alerts and keep a close eye on severe weather patterns right before and during your vacation.

Traveling to Disney World during hurricane season. Be sure to read more about what to expect during hurricane season at Disney World in this post.

Universal Changes Operational Hours and Cancels Event

Universal Orlando Resort has made some adjustments to its operational hours due to the storm. As we shared yesterday Volcano Bay is currently closed.

Universal Orlando is keeping both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure open for their normal operational time. Islands of Adventure will close at 8 p.m. and Universal Studios will close at 5 p.m.

City Walk will close early tonight (Thursday, Sept 26th) at 8 p.m. Universal Orlando has also announced that Halloween Horror Nights is canceled for tonight. If you had a ticket for HHN for tonight, that ticket will be honored for a single night use through Sunday, Sept 29th. Please contact the Guest Contact Center team at 800-711-0080 with any other HHN questions.

Universal Orlando expects a full reopening on Friday, September 27th.

Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral has also closed as the U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has set hurricane condition “ZULU” for the port. This means all waterside and vessel shoreside Port operations have ceased until further notice.

“Because of the effects of Hurricane Helene, we are anticipating cruise vessels scheduled to arrive at Port Canaveral on Friday, Sept. 27 will be delayed. These delays will likely impact guest embarkation times for outbound sailings. All cruise guests planning to sail from Port Canaveral on Friday, Sept. 27 or Saturday, Sept. 28 are advised to contact their cruise lines to confirm their embarkation and ship’s departure time.”

-Port Canaveral

Be sure to check directly with your cruise line regarding your ship’s departure if you are scheduled to depart this Friday or Saturday.

Disney World Operational Changes

Disney World has just announced that several nighttime shows will not occur tonight. Because of the weather tonight’s performances of Disney Movie Magic, Wonderful World of Animation, and Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been canceled.

Tonight’s performances of Disney Movie Magic, Wonderful World of Animation, Fantasmic! and Luminous The Symphony of Us have been canceled.

Tonight’s showing of Luminous The Symphony of Us at EPCOT has also been canceled.

Are you currently in Disney World? We will continue to update you on any closures. Stay safe crew.