After several months behind construction walls, one of Magic Kingdom’s character meet and greet spots is ready to welcome guests again. Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus has a confirmed reopening date, bringing its lineup of characters back indoors. Here is what to know about the return and the work that took place during the closure.
What Pete’s Silly Sideshow Offers
Pete’s Silly Sideshow is a character meet and greet venue located in the Storybook Circus area of Magic Kingdom. The big top setting gives guests a chance to meet several classic Disney characters in their circus-themed looks.
The lineup includes Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Goofy. Each character takes on a playful carnival persona inside the tent, which makes the location a steady draw for families looking to collect photos and autographs in one stop.
The Confirmed Reopening Date
Pete’s Silly Sideshow reopens on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The attraction has been closed since January for refurbishment, so the reopening marks the end of a months-long project.
Operating hours for the venue will run from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Guests planning a visit can build those hours into their day, especially if meeting all four characters is a priority.
Big Top Souvenirs Stays Closed
Not everything in the area is reopening at the same time. The nearby Big Top Souvenirs shop remains closed and does not have a reopening date at this point.
Guests heading to Storybook Circus this weekend should plan around that closure for now. Disney has not shared a timeline for the shop, so it is worth checking for updates before relying on it during a visit.
Conclusion
The reopening of Pete’s Silly Sideshow on June 27 brings its four characters back indoors after a refurbishment that included a new tent roof and refreshed exterior details. While Big Top Souvenirs remains closed for the time being, the return of the meet and greet tent gives Storybook Circus guests a familiar stop once again. Keep an eye out for further updates as the area continues to take shape.
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.
