Change is underway along Disney’s BoardWalk, where the former home of Jellyrolls is getting a fresh exterior as it transforms into The Hurly Burly Jazz Club. The most recent work centers on the building’s upper gables, where a familiar striped look is giving way to something darker and more fluid. Here is a rundown of what is happening with the paint, how it connects to earlier work, and what guests can expect once the venue opens.
What Is Changing on the Upper Facade
Crews have been actively painting the top portion of the building from a boom lift. The triangular gables that once carried a vertical blue-and-white stripe pattern are now taking on a darker aqua-blue background instead.
The new color sits within the building’s existing undulating white lines, which frame each gable. The result is a wave-inspired motif that replaces the older striped design and gives the upper level a different character than before.
Progress Around the Building
The painting is not happening all at once. During a recent look at the site, the lakeside portion of the building had received the latest coat, showing off the darker wave design across several gables.
Not every section has been updated yet. The gable on the far left, which faces into the BoardWalk area, still holds its former striped pattern. A crew member was working on the rightmost gable at the time, a sign that the job is still moving section by section.
How the New Paint Ties Together
The updated upper façade is designed to coordinate with work already completed on the lower level. In an earlier phase, the first level of the building received its own dark aqua paint, setting the tone for the color scheme now spreading upward.
That previous update also brought wooden frames to the building, which may eventually support new awnings. Construction walls remain in place along the BoardWalk as work continues both inside and outside the venue. Together, these pieces point to a coordinated redesign rather than a simple touch-up.
What Is Replacing Jellyrolls
Jellyrolls, the dueling piano bar that operated on the BoardWalk for years, closed in early 2025. Its former space is being reworked into The Hurly Burly Jazz Club, a venue with a distinct concept.
The new club will be themed to a historic seaside theater. During the afternoon, it is set to offer family-friendly games and activities, then shift into an adults-only live music lounge at night. Coastal-inspired cocktails and light bites are planned as part of the experience, giving the space a different rhythm depending on the time of day.
Final Thoughts
The exterior work on the former Jellyrolls building shows a clear direction, with the darker aqua wave design gradually replacing the old stripes across the gables. Paired with the earlier lower-level updates and the framing that may support future awnings, the changes point toward a cohesive new look for The Hurly Burly Jazz Club.
With Jellyrolls preparing to reopen elsewhere in Lake Buena Vista, both the old and new concepts have a path forward. Keep an eye on the BoardWalk as the paint work wraps up and more details about the jazz club come into focus.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
