Family Walking at Park; Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill; dad; mom; brothers; holding hands; mom carries boy
  • On May 19, 2026
    Linda from MD Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Has there been an update to Trader Sam's reopening? And what of the Tangaroa Terrace that's also been closed. We'll be visiting May 28 and would love to make a reservation.

    Hello there Linda!  Thanks for bringing a great question to planDisney!

    I cannot wait until Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar reopens for Guests to enjoy, some of my favorite memories have taken place there!  I enlisted the help of a Cast Member, and unfortunately, there is still not a formal date of when it will reopen.  She recommended checking the Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar page on the Disneyland site for a formal announcement.  As of now, it says that it will be closed through Spring 2026, and Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill also is currently under refurbishment.  

    A nearby option to explore is the Palm Breeze Bar at the Disneyland Hotel!  They have a fresh menu of several unique cocktails to enjoy, as well as several shareable plates, sandwiches, and pizzas.  Even though the atmosphere of Trader Sam's is hard to replicate, the Palm Breeze Bar is a great option while also enjoying the magical ambiance of the Disneyland Hotel.  

    As soon as you see that Trader Sam's will be reopening, I would try to secure a dining reservation as soon as possible.  Even if there are no dining reservations available right away, don't give up hope, and keep checking all the way up to your trip!  Plans change for Guests all the time, and you never know when a reservation could become available.  You could even walk over to the Disneyland Hotel during the first day of your trip and inquire with a Cast Member if they have any insight into when it will reopen.  

    I'm sure this was not the news you were hoping for Linda, but I'm sending you all of the pixie dust that you'll get to experience Trader Sam's during your upcoming trip!  If we can help with any other questions for your vacation, don't hesitate to come back and ask.

    Have a magical day!
    Melissa
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Meet the Panelist: Melissa, Illinois

Hello friends!  I'm Melissa, a lifetime Disney fanatic from Illinois.  My husband and I have enjoyed the Disney Parks since our younger years and it's even more special for us now to share with our two young children.  The Disneyland Resort is truly our Happiest Place on Earth, and I cannot wait to help make the trip for your family the most magical! Learn More About Melissa

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