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Although the epicenter of the novel coronavirus epidemic remains in Hubei Province, we're seeing significant cultural and economic disruptions all across China. Many New Year's celebrations have been canceled or curtailed (see Macao: 2nd Imported Novel Coronavirus Case - Public Events - Mask Sales) as health officials look for ways to reduce disease transmission.
In Shanghai - a mega-city with a population approaching 25 million people - and where only 20 cases have been confirmed so far, one of the 12 Disney theme parks in the world is closing until further notice.While the human toll, in terms of illness and death, are the greatest concern, the economic hit from this epidemic - if it continues to spread - should not be underestimated.
Temporary Closure of Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown including Walt Disney Grand Theatre and Wishing Star Park - January 24, 2020
In response to the prevention and control of the disease outbreak and in order to ensure the health and safety of our guests and Cast, Shanghai Disney Resort is temporarily closing Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown including Walt Disney Grand Theatre and Wishing Star Park, starting January 25, 2020. We will continue to carefully monitor the situation and be in close contact with the local government, and we will announce the reopening date upon confirmation.
Shanghai Disney Resort will assist in the refund for guests who have purchased tickets for admission to Shanghai Disneyland, have booked a resort hotel, or have booked tickets for Beauty and the Beast Mandarin Production through the original ticket purchase channel, and we will introduce the detailed procedure and guidelines via the resort’s official platforms as soon as possible.
We wish our guests a healthy and happy Spring Festival!
Shanghai Disney Resort
January 24, 2020
