Animal Kingdom

Illustration of the Encanto family with text: "Dino-Rama Closed! What's Left and What's Next?" accompanied by a sleek "ParksCenter" logo nestled in the corner.

WATCH PARKSCENTER — Festival of the Arts, New Magic at the Haunted Mansion and Dino-Rama Closed – What’s Next?

Rob Whiteside

Join us live tonight, Sunday, January 19, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We update you ...

A person holds a headband with popcorn-shaped ears and a red bow, displayed among various themed headbands in a store.

New Popcorn Minnie Ear Headband Pops Up at Walt Disney World

Jamie Rowland

Pop on over to Animal Kingdom where we found this new Minnie ear headband in Riverside Depot. The ears are ...

Workers on a roof install or repair a sign that reads "IT'S FOSSILIFEROUS!" amidst trees in the background, capturing the spirit of Dino-Rama.

PHOTOS: Dino Removed From Atop TriceraTop Spin and Signage Nearly All Removed

Gretchen

Not even a full week after the closure of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama, construction crews are hard at work demolishing ...

A daily recap collage features a holographic ghost, merchandise items, people in construction gear at a site, and a building exterior sporting a "Lightning Lane" sign.

New Bride Scene Revealed for Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion & More: Daily Recap (1/17/25)

Katie Francis

Imagineers broke ground on the upcoming Tropical Americas land at Animal Kingdom, the Festival of the Arts kicked off with ...

Four people wearing safety vests and helmets participate in a groundbreaking ceremony at a fairground, shoveling dirt for the new Tropical Americas Land. A carousel is visible in the background, evoking excitement akin to Disney's whimsical magic.

BREAKING: Disney Breaks Ground on New Tropical Americas Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Disney held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Tropical Americas land replacing DinoLand, U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas ...

A daily recap collage featuring the Disneyland Magic Key sign, a charm with the Disney logo, a stone building, and an array of merchandise. Among the treasures are shirts and an EPCOT-themed tumbler, capturing the essence of a memorable Disney adventure.

Magic Key Sales Reopening This Month & More: Daily Recap (1/16/25)

Katie Francis

Two new World Showcase themed Mickey merchandise collections debuted and Disney filed a permit for a change at the Canada ...

An inflatable dinosaur playfully hangs from the ceiling, surrounded by colorful flags and ropes, adding a whimsical touch to the rustic wooden interior.

A Final Look at the Hidden Details in Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures

Katie Francis

With the closure of several locations in Dinoland U.S.A., we wanted to take a final look at a few of ...

Floating alien creatures hover over a serene ocean, with dramatic clouds and distant islands in the background.

Wind Traders from ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Offer New Context for Windtraders Shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Lauren Shahan

The third installment of the Avatar series, “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” gives us a new look at the “Ash Clan,” ...

Workers on a lift install a DinoLand sign at the theme park attraction, surrounded by colorful decor and foliage.

Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Sign Removed From DinoLand at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Shannen Ace

The themed signs of Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, including the shop’s main sign, have been removed from the closed ...

A small, fluffy otter pup sleeping on a surface next to brown shredded paper.

Baby Otters Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Walt Disney World welcomed a litter of baby otters recently born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Otter Pups at Disney’s Animal ...

Workers on a crane and lift tend to a building with a vintage Chester and Hester sign, surrounded by trees, reminiscent of the quirky charm found in DinoLand U.S.A.

PHOTOS: Sign Removal Begins for Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A.

Lauren Shahan

As the demolition of DinoLand U.S.A. continues, sign removal has begun at Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. Sign Removal at ...

People at a theme park near a large green dinosaur statue, surrounded by vibrant game booths and string lights.

A Final Look at the Details of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama in DinoLand U.S.A.

Shannen Ace

Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is officially closed. This marks the first phase of closures for DinoLand ...

A collage of four images captures a daily recap: a cartoon character, a carousel with trees, a theater entrance, and a character with a magnifying glass, all set in vibrant hues.

Manatees Removed From The Seas at EPCOT & More: Daily Recap (1/14/25)

Katie Francis

Demolition has begun on TriceraTop Spin, “it’s a small world” with Groot premiered at Tokyo Disneyland, and a new Walt ...

Visitors at the Magic Kingdom theme park are surrounded by enchanting sights, with a towering tree structure on the left and a majestic castle on the right.

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom 1/13/2025 (Dino-Rama Walls, Big Thunder Mountain Tracks, and More)

Bryce B.

Howdy! Today was a somber day, to say the least. The weather was cold and cloudy. Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed ...

The construction site, reminiscent of DinoLand U.S.A., features green fencing surrounding a carousel top adorned with an elephant figure. In the background, trees reach towards a cloudy sky, creating a whimsical and adventurous atmosphere.

TriceraTop Spin Demolition Begins in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Lauren Shahan

Demolition has begun in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as panels on the exterior of TriceraTop Spin have started ...

Three performers on colorful carts, embodying the spirit of Ecorhythmics, play drums in an outdoor setting, with a large green sculpture in the background.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Ecorhythmics Band Now Performing in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Brand new live entertainment has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ecorhythmics (stylized as “ECORHYTHMiCS”) is now performing in DinoLand U.S.A. ...