Fans of the iconic Tree of Life will be happy to see their favorite park icon getting some merchandise attention. A succulent featuring the Tree of Life as its base is now available at Animal Kingdom. Tree of Life Succulent – $54.99 The succulent holder looks like a miniature version of the giant Tree of … Read more
Guests were recently evacuated from Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and YouTube channel Parents at the Parks shared a detailed video of the unique experience. Kali River Rapids Evacuation In the case of a Kali River Rapids evacuation, cast members drain the ride enough for guests to walk out without wading through water. … Read more
Expedition Everest has scrim installed in the loading and unloading areas. Disney has not announced a refurbishment or any closure information, so the ride will likely remain open during this time. Expedition Everest Scrim Large beige-colored scrim has been installed in the loading and unloading areas of Expedition Everest. Nothing else looked out of place. … Read more
Photos shared from this weekend’s Walt Disney World Marathon show that runners passed by the Encanto ride construction, giving us a new ground-level view of the show building in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ground View of ‘Encanto’ Ride Construction Our reporter shared these photos with us from the race the morning of January 11, showing runners … Read more
Walt Disney World has released several new Zootopia shirts featuring characters like Gazelle, Flash, and Nick Wilde. Gazelle Bedazzled Crop T-Shirt – $46.99 This white crop t-shirt for adults features a bedazzled version of Gazelle. A pink “Walt Disney World” logo is printed above her. Flash ‘Efficiency is Overrated’ T-Shirt – $36.99 This black t-shirt … Read more
As Disney prepares for multiple new attractions in a brand new land, construction is rapidly progressing on what will be a casita-inspired Encanto ride. Encanto Ride Construction Vertical construction is rapidly occurring in the former DinoLand U.S.A., where Disney’s first major attraction based on Encanto will be part of the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal … Read more
The bus depot expansion at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is almost complete, including the staining process for the wood. Bus Depot Expansion Since our last update, the bus depot is almost complete. From our view point, it appears that crews have finished staining the wood. Temporary scrim and walls remain around the construction site, and materials … Read more
A new collection of Disney’s Animal Kingdom merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. The collection includes multiple hat options, a throw blanket, and Mickey and Minnie plush. Ball Cap – $32.99 This ball cap is off-white with Disney’s Animal Kingdom wordmark embroidered in colorful lettering across the front. Visor – $36.99 The same … Read more
There are now construction walls and black scrim in the middle of Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The quick-service location is closed to become a burgers and chicken nuggets quick-service restaurant. Harambe Market Construction Despite being closed for two and a half months, there have been no visible signs of construction at Harambe Market. … Read more
Disney World has set the reopening date for Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with hours now listed on the website. Reopening Date Harambe Market is set to reopen on March 1, 2026. Current hours are listed: 10:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The official menu has not been revealed online yet. The Harambe Market seating … Read more
New friendship bracelets featuring The Aristocats, The Lion King, and pals Goofy and Donald have been spotted at Walt Disney World. Each friendship bracelet set comes with two corded bracelets themed to different characters. On each bracelet is a charm of that character and a silver-toned “BFF” charm. The Aristocats Friendship Bracelet Set – $21.99 … Read more
A new packable tote bag featuring the Sensational Six is now at Walt Disney World. We found it in Riverside Depot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, though it will likely be made available elsewhere. Packable Tote – $19.99 The front of the pack has the Sensational Six in front of a blue castle embroidered on the … Read more
Disney World has a new zip-up jacket featuring a Hundred Acre Wood. It’s in Riverside Depot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, though it will likely be available at other locations. Hundred Acre Wood Hoodie – $69.99 The zip-up jacket is white with sketches of the Hundred Acre Wood in a light gray color. Various characters from … Read more
After a long night of delivering presents, Santa Claus is taking a break so Stitch and Goofy are meeting in his place at Walt Disney World this Christmas Day. Guests can meet Santa Stitch and Santa Goofy at various locations around the parks. Santa Stitch at Magic Kingdom Santa Stitch is in Storybook Circus, surrounded … Read more
Landing in Pandora – The World of Avatar for the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash, a new limited edition variant of shoulder Banshee is now available at Animal Kingdom. Limited Edition Mangkwan Banshee – $99.99 Banshees, a.k.a. ikran, have been available to adopt from the Banshee Rookery in Windtraders since Pandora – The World of Avatar opened. These … Read more
Everyone’s favorite new feline at Disney’s Animal Kingdom seems to be thoroughly enjoying his first Christmas at the park.