Disney Parks Blog shared an article clarifying the closing timeline of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. DinoLand Closing Timeframe The post stated, “If you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers,” but the answers were slim. In response to the FAQ, “Is DinoLand still open?” Disney Parks Blog wrote, “Yes! You don’t even need a Time … Read more
Not even a full week after the closure of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama, construction crews are hard at work demolishing several aspects of the land. During our latest trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we stopped near the construction walls to check on their progress. Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama The green construction walls line the entire … Read more
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
The rest of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will likely close permanently in one year. DinoLand U.S.A. Closures Half of DinoLand closed on January 12, 2025. This included Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, TriceraTop Spin, and Fossil Fun Games. Construction walls and planters now divide the land, leaving DINOSAUR, The Boneyard, and Restaurantosaurus open. … Read more
Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for “Tom & Nick’s Dino-Rama! EXTINCTION” as we say goodbye to Dino-Rama, the Fossil Fun Games, and more of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick … Read more
The Alioramus animatronic has returned to DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the ride (and DinoLand, U.S.A.) faces its final era. Alioramus Returns to DINOSAUR A closing date has not been announced, but Disney did confirm that DINOSAUR will be open through all of 2025 before closing permanently for the Tropical Americas expansion. The Alioramus … Read more
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Santa Claus is meeting guests at DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the first time — and the last time, as the land is set to close in phases over the coming months. The unique themed meet and greet features dinosaur decorations and other fun theming. Santa Claus Meet and Greet in DinoLand Guests can … Read more
Hello Yellow! Nana’s Princess Diary is here! I hope you guys had a magical week! This week was A LOT. I returned to work on the 19th, and I was on Disney property EVERY DAY! Sunday: EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Animal Kingdom, Monday: EPCOT, Tuesday: EPCOT, Wednesday: Magic Kingdom, Thursday: The Cake Bake Shop opening, … Read more
One of the dinosaur Audio-Animatronics has been removed from DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, perhaps heralding the ride’s upcoming permanent closure. Dinosaur Animatronic Removed from DINOSAUR The Alioramus (and its Brachychampsa snack) are missing from the beginning of the ride. Guests would usually encounter the hungry dino, pictured above, after the Styracosaurus and before the … Read more
There have been a large number of attractions announced to close (with a handful likely to close in the wake of newly announced projects) at Disney Parks around the world. In our memory, there has never been a period where so many long-running attractions are on the chopping block. For your convenience, we compiled a … Read more
Hello hello, this is your one and only Nana! I hope you’re having a magical day. I know it’s been a while, I went to Disneyland for Oogie Boogie Bash and tried some Halloween foods. (Yes, Nana and Arlo covered the OBB. Can you guess our costumes?) After coming back to Orlando, I went to … Read more
DINOSAUR and DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are officially closing to make way for a Tropical Americas land. DINOSAUR Closing Timeframe The transformation from DinoLand U.S.A. to a Tropical Americas land will happen in phases this fall, giving fans plenty of time to experience DINOSAUR one last time. An exact closing date for the … Read more
Indiana Jones is officially coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ke Huy Quan, who played Short Round in “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” appeared at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to reveal how the IP will be incorporated into the animal-themed park. Indiana Jones at Animal Kingdom As previously announced, DINOSAUR will be … Read more
Crews have begun removing trees around the DINOSAUR show building at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, indicating that a closure announcement is likely imminent to transform it into an Indiana Jones attraction. Tree Removal at DINOSAUR During a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed that the trees around the show building for Dinosaur were thinning … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed another permit for work on the future Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The new Notice of Commencement is for the installation of trailers on E Savannah Circle, a backstage area behind Kali River Rapids and Maharaja Jungle Trek. This is the second permit for installing … Read more