After roughly six months behind construction walls, one of Magic Kingdom’s most colorful stops is welcoming guests again. Big Top Souvenirs, the circus-themed shop in Storybook Circus, reopens today, August 21, 2026. Along with its usual mix of merchandise, the return brings back a treats counter that fans have missed. Here is what to expect and how the reopening fits into the broader refresh of this corner of Fantasyland.
The Reopening Date and What It Means
Closed
February 20, 2026
Reopens
Today – August 21, 2026
Big Top Souvenirs officially reopens on August 21, 2026. The shop had been closed since February 20, 2026, so its return marks the end of a lengthy stretch without one of the area’s key retail and snack locations.
For guests planning a Magic Kingdom day, this means Storybook Circus is once again close to full operation. If you have visited during the closure and found the tent walled off, you will notice a clear change on your next trip.
The Return of Big Top Treats
One of the more anticipated parts of this reopening is Big Top Treats, the confectionery counter located inside Big Top Souvenirs. It returns alongside the merchandise side of the shop.
Disney shared a look at some of the offerings, which include candy apples shaped like Dumbo the Flying Elephant, a Mickey candy apple, cake pops, and other circus-themed sweets. If you enjoy grabbing a snack while you browse, this counter gives you a reason to step inside beyond the souvenirs.
What the Shop Typically Carries
Big Top Souvenirs has historically offered a mix of plush, apparel, and collectibles in addition to its treats. The combined retail and snack setup has made it a familiar stop for guests working their way through Storybook Circus.
While specific merchandise details for the reopening have not been fully outlined, the shop’s established format suggests guests can expect a similar blend of goods when they walk through the doors.
How the Reopening Fits Into Storybook Circus Updates
This reopening is part of a larger refresh in the area. Neighboring Pete’s Silly Sideshow, which was covered under related refurbishment work, reopened back in June. Big Top Souvenirs stayed behind construction walls through the summer while its tent work continued.
In recent weeks, scaffolding came down from the building’s exterior, which signaled that the reopening was drawing near. With both locations now back in service, Storybook Circus returns to a more complete guest experience.
Final Thoughts
The return of Big Top Souvenirs closes out a months-long project that kept a well-known shop off-limits since February. With the merchandise floor open again and Big Top Treats back with candy apples, cake pops, and other circus-themed sweets, guests have a fresh reason to spend time in Storybook Circus. If a Magic Kingdom trip is on your calendar, it is worth building in a stop near Dumbo and the Barnstormer to see the reopened tent for yourself.
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.
