Shanghai Disney Resort has shut down over COVID-19 concerns, and some parkgoers are temporarily stuck there

• Shanghai Disney Resort is temporarily closed due to COVID-19 concerns.
• The theme park says on its website that it will provide refunds or exchanges to anyone impacted.

Shanghai Disney Resort in China is temporarily closing its gates due to COVID-19.

The theme park's website was updated on Monday with a note alerting parkgoers that effective immediately, Shanghai Disney Resort would close "in order to follow the requirement of pandemic prevention and control."

The closed areas include Shanghai Disneyland, where all rides and attractions are located, a shopping and dining center called Disneytown, and a recreational area called Wishing Star Park.

"We will notify guests as soon as we have a confirmed date to resume operations," the Shanghai Disney Resort website says. "We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide refunds or exchanges for all guests impacted during this period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!"

Reuters reported on Monday that the Shanghai government wrote about the closure on the WeChat messaging app, saying that people currently at the theme park are required to stay there until they test negative for the virus.

The government's message, according to Reuters, also said that anyone who visited the theme park on October 27 or later is required to test for COVID-19 three times over the course of three days.

The theme park was in the midst of its Halloween celebrations this weekend, which included a themed firework show, characters in special costumes, and festive decorations around the park.

It's unclear if any of the celebrations will continue on Monday, though Reuters reports that "limited offerings" are being provided to those stuck at the theme park.

Shanghai Disney Resort previously closed due to COVID-19 concerns for three months this year, and at the height of the pandemic.