PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom and EPCOT 2/25/2025 (Pin Tuesday, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Standby, and Fun Finds)

The image captures a bustling scene at EPCOT, with a large artificial tree on the left and the iconic geodesic sphere structure on the right, enveloped by eager crowds.

Howdy! After a very gloomy day in the rain yesterday, I was thrilled that although overcast it wasn’t raining. Today I started my morning in Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see the progress of the destruction of Dino-Rama. I almost immediately park-hopped to EPCOT to experience the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind new standby queue, … Read more

Two DinoLand Billboards Demolished at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The construction site features green barriers and picnic tables amid trash cans. In the background, a Diggs County Billboard stands tall alongside trees. An overcast sky looms above, completing the scene.

Crews have demolished two of the DinoLand U.S.A. billboards at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as work continues to transform the area into the new Tropical Americas land. DinoLand Billboards Demolished Two out of the three large billboards are gone from the back of DinoLand U.S.A. These were at the end of a walkway leading past Chester … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney Springs 2/20/2025 (Dino-Rama Games Disappeared, Animal Antics, and Throwback Merchandise)

On the left, people walk near a large tree with animal carvings reminiscent of Disney's Animal Kingdom. On the right, a store entrance is topped with a Stitch figure, evoking the whimsical charm of Dino-Rama Games.

Howdy! I spent my cold, gloomy morning in Disney’s Animal Kingdom where I saw the Dino-Rama carnival games have been completely removed, spotted animals having a fun morning, and found some merchandise in Disney Springs that brought me back to the early 2000s. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Good morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more

All DinoLand U.S.A. Carnival Games Seemingly Demolished at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

A vibrant amusement park structure peeks out from behind a green construction barrier, with a sign directing guests to Discovery Island on the right. Trees frame the scene, capturing the lively essence of Disney's Animal Kingdom.

All of the Fossil Fun Games in DinoLand U.S.A. have seemingly been demolished as the Disney’s Animal Kingdom land is turned into a new Tropical Americas area. DinoLand U.S.A. Demolition Though we can’t see the entirety of the former Dino-Rama carnival space over the construction walls, no more Fossil Fun Games are visible. In our … Read more

PHOTOS: Entrance Sign & Dino Completely Demolished at Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama

At a construction site with green barriers and equipment, a person stands outside the fence in casual clothing, holding items reminiscent of a Dino-Rama scene. Trees frame the backdrop against a cloudy sky.

The demolition of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama to make way for a new Tropical Americas area in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is picking up speed, as the entrance sign has been demolished overnight. Dino-Rama Entrance Sign Demolished In new photographs over the green construction walls lining the now-closed Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama, the entrance sign has … Read more

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

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

With the closure of several locations in Dinoland U.S.A., we wanted to take a final look at a few of the many hidden details present throughout the land. We have already taken a long final look at Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama. Now it is time to say goodbye to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. The … Read more

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

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

Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is officially closed. This marks the first phase of closures for DinoLand U.S.A., which will eventually become a Tropical Americas land. Take a detailed last look at the carnival area featuring TriceraTop Spin and Fossil Fun Games. Dino-Rama Entrance The carnival entrance featured a trio of blue … Read more

Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama Removed from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Digital Map on My Disney Experience

Map of a park featuring paths, palm trees, and labeled areas like "The Borrowers" and "Crackaxes Trail." A restroom icon is visible near the "Blue Billabong." Enhance your visit with My Disney Experience for real-time park details.

Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama has been removed from the Disney’s Animal Kingdom digital park map on My Disney Experience. Dino-Rama Removed from My Disney Experience App The My Disney Experience app removed Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama from the Animal Kingdom park map following the area’s closure today, January 13, 2025. The section on the app’s … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Construction Walls Divide DinoLand U.S.A. as Work on Tropical Americas Land Takes Over

Nestled in the heart of Dinoland, a large green dinosaur structure towers majestically at an amusement park. With the "Dino Pond" sign gleaming nearby and surrounded by lush trees and bushes, a winding pathway invites visitors on an adventurous journey.

The Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama area of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed permanently on January 12. Overnight, construction walls were erected around the area as demolition is set to soon begin. Construction Walls Divide DinoLand U.S.A. The Dino-Rama area of DinoLand was themed to a carnival-style roadside attraction and included Chester & Hester’s … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 10/24/18 (Goodbye Planet Watch, New Merchandise, Everest Refurb, DINOSAUR Updates, ETC.)

Our latest photo report brings us to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to see what’s new and exciting around the park… Time’s Up for Planet Watch On Saturday, Rafiki’s Planet Watch closed. Is it permanent? Is it seasonal? Are they really refurbishing it? No one actually knows. I overheard several guests ask cast members and every cast … Read more