Kali River Rapids Refurbishment Extended Through January 3, 2022 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Just last week, we announced Kali River Rapids was to reopen on December 16 after refurbishment. But like we said, reopening dates can and do change. The refurbishment for Kali River Rapids, the fan-favorite water ride in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, has just been extended to January 3, 2022 and will reopen on January 4, 2022. … Read more

PHOTOS: Photo Op Outside Disney’s Animal Kingdom Updated for the Holidays

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The photo op outside Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been updated for the holiday season. The photo op is to the right of the entrance. The backdrop now features a snowy landscape of trees. The front has a giant snowflake made of animals. There’s a squirrel and a fox, reminiscent of the Merry Menagerie. Some holly … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 11/12/21 (Disney+ Day, Merry Menagerie, Festive Flotillas, and More)

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Good morning from the bright and sunny Animal Kingdom! Today we celebrated Disney+ Day in the parks with some fun surprises. We also got to see the return of the Merry Menagerie puppets, which were a huge crowd pleaser, as well as some of our favorite characters aboard the Festive Flotillas. Let’s check it out! … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Character Holiday Flotillas Arrive For The Season At Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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The holiday season has officially begun at Walt Disney World and all our favorite characters are celebrating. In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests can spot classic characters as well as Santa Claus himself on holiday flotillas along the Discovery River. We saw Donald and Daisy in a garland-wrapped flotilla yesterday morning but unfortunately didn’t spot them … Read more

Theme Park Hours Extended During Holiday Weeks at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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November and December hours have been extended on some holiday weeks at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Magic Kingdom On November 21 and 23, Magic Kingdom will open at 8:00 a.m. now instead of 9:00 a.m., with Early Entry starting at 7:30 a.m. It will still close at 8:00 p.m. On November 22 … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 11/3/2021 (Holiday Décor Spreads Across the Park, New Limited Edition Pins Arrive, TriceraTop Spin Magicband Lands, and More)

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Happy Holidays from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Overnight, the Christmas Tree was erected, and holiday décor hung. Let’s adventure around the park and get into the holiday spirit. Rockin’ around this Christmas tree, we noticed animal and nature-themed ornaments, bows, and bells. Under the Christmas tree, we have presents decorated with different Disney characters. Inside the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition TriceraTop Spin MagicBand Roars Into Animal Kingdom

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There doesn’t seem to be much merchandise representing TriceraTop Spin at Walt Disney World, but guests can now show their love for the ride with a new limited edition MagicBand. We found this item at the Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Limited Edition TriceraTop Spin MagicBand – $39.99 The band is yellow. It … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Kora Tinga Tinga Brings Live Music Back to the Streets of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Live entertainment options continue to return to Walt Disney World. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Kora Tinga Tinga is once again performing in Harambe. The Kora Tinga Tinga performer plays the kora, a West African instrument similar to a harp or lute. Though he previously would walk among guests, for now he is just playing on … Read more

REVIEW: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Golden Margarita Is Heavy on Glitter, Light on Alcohol at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Adult guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom can celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World with a special golden margarita at Trilo-Bites. There’s another 50th Anniversary Margarita at Dawa Bar in Animal Kingdom. 50th Anniversary Golden Margarita – $14.00 Sparkling Golden Salt dresses this Anniversary Margarita of Jose Cuervo Gold, Grand Marnier, Sweet-and-Sour, and Lime … Read more

Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Hours Extended on More October Days

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In addition to the previously reported extended hours, Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom park hours have been extended on several days in the next two weeks. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will now be open from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on October 16 and 23. It was previously scheduled to close at 9:00 p.m. … Read more

Hours Extended at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Select October Days

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Park hours have been extended at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom on select days later in October. Magic Kingdom On October 18 and October 30, Magic Kingdom will now be open until 10:00 p.m. instead of 9:00 p.m. It will still open at 9:00 a.m. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom will now be … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 10/1/21 (Walt Disney World Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Gargantuan Amount of 50th Sweets and Treats, Tree of Life Lights Up as a Beacon Of Magic, KiteTails Soars, and More)

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Jambo from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Join us today as we celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary at this beautiful park. We have been counting down the days to this celebration and cannot believe it is finally here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom had a few surprises in store for this celebration, and we’re here to take you … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/4/21): Galactic Starcruiser Bookings Open for Some Guests Tomorrow, Mickey & Minnie Arrive at Animal Kingdom on 50th Anniversary Flotilla, Union President Confirms Walt Disney World Cast Members Won’t Strike and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, October 4, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom 9/23/21 (New Jeweled Banners, New 50th Anniversary Gift Cards, FastPass Kiosk Removal, and More)

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Hiya, Pals! Welcome to The Most Magical Place On Earth. We had a fun-filled day at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Wish upon a star because we are headed in! New Jeweled 50th Anniversary Banners were hung along Main Street U.S.A.. They adorned every other lamppost, while Pumpkin Carriages were placed on the others. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT & Disney’s Animal Kingdom 9/22/21 (Primeval Whirl Demolition, KiteTails Character Banners Soar, Multiple Spaceship Earth Animatronics Still Missing, and More)

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Buenos días, Ohayō, or simply good morning from Walt Disney World’s beautiful EPCOT! Get ready to travel around the world with us and discover all of the newest happenings! Then hop over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom and join us as we adventure through it’s many lands. Let’s jump right in and see just what today … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney’s Animal Kingdom ‘Been There Series’ 50th Anniversary Pin Now Available

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Starbucks is celebrating Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary with new pins available at each theme park. Collectors can find the Disney’s Animal Kingdom “Been There Series” pin at Creature Comforts. “Been There Series” Disney’s Animal Kingdom Pin – $12.99 The pin has the Tree of Life within the 50th anniversary logo as Zazu from “The … Read more