Big Al has arrived as a plush-style carving around the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree seating area in Disneyland Park. Big Al is sitting atop trash cans in the area. His appearance, although carved from wood, has soft features similar to a plushie. He is wearing his typical hat and vest. He is holding a sign … Read more
This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. With the imminent opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park, Critter Country will soon be reimagined as the new “Bayou Country.” The land … Read more
The “coolest jazz club you can imagine,” Louis’ Critter Club, is opening to guests today in what will soon be renamed Bayou Country — and we got a full grand opening tour. Louis’ Critter Club Louis’ Critter Club is located in what will soon be renamed Bayou Country, formerly Critter Country. The new gift shop … Read more
We were among the first guests to experience the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park during Magic Key previews this month. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure replaces Splash Mountain, which permanently closed in May 2023. We’re breaking down how the Disneyland version of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure compares to the former Splash Mountain. Like Splash Mountain, Tiana’s … Read more
The Disneyland Railroad has reopened with updated Bayou Country narration including reference to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Disneyland Railroad Updates As guests pass through Bayou Country (formerly Critter Country), this is what they hear: We’re now entering the bayou, home to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! Take a sneak peek at the big party princess Tiana’s throwing, where the welcome … Read more
Ray’s Berets, one of two new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shops, is now open at Disneyland park. Ray’s Berets Gift Shop Ray’s Berets takes over the shop that was once The Briar Patch. Check out our last look at the Splash Mountain store. Ray’s Berets features a green mossy rooftop, albeit with less foliage than … Read more
Disney Parks has shared pictures of new signs in Bayou Country at Disneyland, including the land’s main sign featuring various critters. Bayou Country Signs Bayou Country is the new name of Critter Country, so dubbed because Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is set in the bayous of Louisiana. The new sign hasn’t changed much from the Critter … Read more
Disneyland Resort has released the full menu lineup with prices for Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree, opening later this month. Full Menu with Prices for Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree While the menu for Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree was released in August 2024, we didn’t have pricing until now. Read the full menu and see all the … Read more
The construction walls are down around Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland, giving us a clearer look at the attraction’s queue, Louis’ Critter Club, and more. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Walls Down The walls are down, and now guests can get a good look at some of what the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue will have to … Read more
Disneyland Resort has revealed the opening date of Louis’ Critter Club, one of the merchandise shops opening alongside Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Critter Country, soon to be renamed Bayou Country. Louis’ Critter Club Opening Date According to posts from Disney Parks on social media, Louis’ Critter Club will open on November 13 at Disneyland Park, … Read more
A second themed water bottle filling station has been installed at Disneyland, this time themed to the willy nilly silly old bear, Winnie the Pooh. Winnie the Pooh Water Bottle Station We first spotted the new station during a visit to Disneyland Park on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The station itself is a bright blue … Read more
In 2020, it was announced that Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and at Disneyland Park would be closed and converted into a ride themed to Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. Since that time, the Disney fandom, and in many cases the general public, have voiced their opinions on the removal of … Read more
After closing as Critter Country in May, Bayou Country in Disneyland has (mostly) reopened. Guests can once again enjoy The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and gift shop Pooh Corner. We also have our first look at Louis’ Critter Club, a new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shop. Pooh Corner Reopens The side of the … Read more
The main entrance sign for Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree has been installed in Bayou Country at Disneyland. Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree Sign Disneyland announced earlier this summer that Hungry Bear Restaurant would get new Country Bear theming and become Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree when it reopens from refurbishment. Hungry Bear Restaurant closed with most of … Read more
Guests can once again fully loop Disneyland Park, as the path between Bayou Country and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has reopened with a brand-new look. Bayou Country and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Path For the first time since July 8, guests can walk between The Haunted Mansion and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Previously, guests were … Read more
On a recent ride on Mark Twain Riverboat, we discovered that the prerecorded audio now refers to Critter Country as Bayou Country, nearly three months ahead of the expected name change. Bayou Country Replaces Critter Country At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, it was announced that Critter Country would be renamed Bayou Country. The … Read more