Alioramus Animatronic Returns to DINOSAUR Before Extinction at Animal Kingdom

An Alioramus animatronic with a textured yellow and brown body stands in a dimly lit environment, capturing the essence of the Animal Kingdom with its realistic movements against a lush jungle backdrop.

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

Faded Walt Disney World Road Sign Finally Replaced

Highway scene with cars, a sign for I-4 exit 192 straight ahead, and another sign indicating Disney's All-Star Resort, Blizzard Beach Water Park, and Coronado Springs to the next right.

During a recent trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we noticed Disney has finally replaced one of the Walt Disney World road signs that are so faded they’re practically illegible. Faded Walt Disney World Road Sign Replaced The faded signs are located above the road when leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom. They’re some of the few remaining purple … Read more

Disney Files New Notice of Commencement for Tropical Americas ‘Area Development’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Aerial view of a theme park with lush greenery, various attractions including a red temple structure, carousel, and multiple red-roofed buildings, surrounded by clouds.

Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new Notice of Commencement for work on the Tropical Americas expansion at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Imagineering Files Notice of Commencement for Tropical Americas The document, filed today, December 13, 2024, lists 610 Dinoland Drive as the property being prepared for “Area Development;” this location is the relative area of … Read more

New Digital Sign Installed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Parking Plaza

View of a road leading to Disney's Animal Kingdom entrance, with a large blank sign on the right and trees lining the background.

Disney installed a new digital sign in front of the Disney’s Animal Kingdom parking toll plaza. Animal Kingdom Digital Sign The sign is next to the road on the right when approaching the plaza. It currently has orange barriers around it. The frame of the sign appears to match the structure of the parking plaza. … Read more

Annual Passholder-Exclusive ‘Mufasa’ Postcard Now Available at Animal Kingdom

A hand holds a Mufasa postcard for "The Lion King" in front of a statue of Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa in a lush garden setting at Animal Kingdom.

The previously-announced Annual Passholder exclusive “Mufasa” postcard is now available for pickup at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Annual Passholder “Mufasa” Postcard The art on the print is by former Imagineer Nikkolas Smith and depicts the young Mufasa staring at his reflection in a pool of water. Guests with valid Annual Passes can pick up the postcard … Read more

When Will ‘It’s Tough to be a Bug’ Close Permanently for Zootopia?

A theme park attraction with colorful lights, an intricately carved interior, and rows of empty wooden seats, reminiscent of "It's Tough to be a Bug," might soon close permanently.

Next year, a new “Zootopia” show will open in the Tree of Life Theater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The show is just one new experience coming to the theme park, with DinoLand becoming the new Tropical Americas land. But while we have closing dates and timeframes for DinoLand, Disney hasn’t announced when the current Tree … Read more

PHOTOS: New Lions Arrive at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Three majestic lions rest on rocks beneath a tree in the sunny outdoor setting of Disney's Animal Kingdom, as if posing for guests on the Kilimanjaro Safaris.

A new pride of lions has moved onto the savanna of Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom Lions There are three lions, one male and two females. Their names are Mshango, Zahara, and Neema.  They are so young that the male lion’s mane has not fully grown. The trio were littermates and spent … Read more

Florida Water Management Requests More Information About Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Construction

A detailed scale model of an amusement park, inspired by Pueblo Esperanza, features various rides, buildings, and extensive landscaping with trees and greenery. A path meanders through the model, connecting different vibrant areas.

South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has requested additional information about Disney’s permit for the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The project, dubbed “Project Ro” in the permits, will replace DinoLand U.S.A. with Pueblo Esperanza. Disney’s permit covered “infrastructure modifications to support the re-theming,” including details regarding stormwater management. In … Read more

New Interactive Shoulder Banshees Coming Soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Four colorful dragon-like creatures with wings are perched on a branch. Each creature is distinctively colored in red, green, turquoise, and blue.

Disney has announced that new interactive shoulder Banshees will soon debut at Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Shoulder Banshees Disney’s merchandise teams were “inspired” by how much guests enjoyed the previous version of the shoulder Banshees, and sought to add even more details and ways for the toy to … Read more

Merry Menagerie Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2024 Holidays

Performers from the Merry Menagerie, dressed in enchanting animal costumes, stand gracefully in a park adorned with lush greenery and a majestic tree as their backdrop.

Merry Menagerie, a freestyle performance of animal puppets, has returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the 2024 holiday season. Merry Menagerie First introduced in 2019, this entertainment offering features puppeteers with artisan-crafted puppets. They wander Discovery Island between Island Mercantile and Riverside Depot, interacting with guests. The “show” is performed periodically between 9:45 a.m. and … Read more

2024 Merry Menagerie Merchandise Now Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

A Disney Animal Kingdom "Merry Menagerie" sweatshirt is displayed on a mannequin. A hand holds a limited edition Disney pin featuring a similar design theme. Plush toys are in the background.

New Merry Menagerie merchandise has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom before the show returns to Discovery Island on November 12. 2024 Merry Menagerie Merchandise The plush penguin and polar bear puppets are returning from previous years but the Spirit Jersey, t-shirt, ornaments, and pins are new. Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The jersey is a deep … Read more