Giant Kevin Walk-Around Character Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on January 23

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The giant Kevin walk-around character (from Pixar’s “Up”) is set to return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on January 23. Kevin can be found in Discovery Island, roaming around near Character Landing. Check out our video below from Kevin’s previous appearances at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Hours Extended Again at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Hours have been extended once again on select days at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will now stay open until 10:00 p.m. on January 30 and February 5. It will be open until 9:00 p.m. on January 31, February 1, 2, and 4. It will still open at 9:00 a.m. … Read more

PHOTOS: Walls Put Up Over Out of the Wild Store Displays in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Walls have been put up over the merchandise displays of the Out of the Wild store in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The store will now only be open sometimes to sell beverages and snacks. The walls are plain white and black and completely cover the wall display shelves. Out of the Wild, which is in Rafiki’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Serka Zong Bazaar Reopens with Expanded Shopping Despite Expedition Everest Closure

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Despite initially being closed along with Expedition Everest, Serka Zong Bazaar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has reopened. Expedition Everest will be closed for refurbishment through mid-April but Serka Zong Bazaar will remain open. More merchandise carts and displays have been moved outside the gift shop. The inside of the shop remains the same.

Hours Extended January 23 Through 29 at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Hours have been extended on some days between January 23 and 29 at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will still open at 9:00 a.m. daily during this time, but will be open later than 8:00 p.m. On January 23 and 27, Magic Kingdom will close at 9:00 p.m. On January … Read more

Power Outages Around Magic Kingdom, DVC Added to MagicMobile, Disney Patents ‘Virtual World’ Simulator, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Down Again, and More: Daily Recap (1/4/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Expedition Everest Now Closed for Three Month Refurbishment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is now closed for a refurbishment set to last through mid-April. During the more than three months of planned closure, the refurbishment will reportedly address issues with the ride system. At this time, no repairs are planned for the Yeti animatronic. There were almost no guests in the Everest … Read more

Hours Extended on January 16, 17, and 22 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Hours have been extended on three days in January for Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The park will now open at 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. instead of 7:00 p.m. on January 16, 17, and 22. As a result, early entry will begin at 7:30 a.m. each day.

Silverback Gorilla Celebrates 41st Birthday at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Gino, a silverback gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, just celebrated his 41st birthday. Gino is the leader of the western lowland gorilla family troop at Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail and has been with the park since before it opened to guests. He also appeared on “The Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom” series on Disney+. The … Read more

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Available Through March 6, 2022

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Walt Disney World theme park hours are now available through March 6, 2022. We previously reported the hours through February 21. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. February 22 – March 6. Guests at participating Walt Disney World Resort hotels are able to take advantage of Early Entry … Read more

REVIEW: Satu’li Canteen’s Returning White Chocolate Peppermint Cream Mousse Gives Us Another Holly Jolly Canteen Christmas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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While most guests flock to Satu’li Canteen for their delicious hearty noodle or rice bowls, the quick service location in Pandora – The World of Avatar is also well known for its mousse desserts. Colorful, dome-like, and with an otherworldly sheen, these creative treats are offered year-round in the restaurant’s signature blueberry flavor, with special … Read more

Hours Extended January 10-15 at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Early January at Walt Disney World has brought more time for fun and adventure with extended operating hours at two theme parks. At the Magic Kingdom, the park will be open an extra hour later from January 10 through the 14, operating from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a 10 p.m. closing on January … Read more

Executive Predicts Bob Iger Will Return as CEO in 2022, Sunshine Flyer Coach Service Debuts Next Year, Disney Cruise Line Offers Half-Off Upfront Deposit, and More: Daily Recap (12/20/21)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day, and sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we’ve rounded up all our stories in one place to get today’s news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, December 20, 2021. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Oga’s Cantina Reservations Auto-Canceled at Disneyland, Guest Sues Disney Over Electrocution, Lightning Lane Changes for the Holidays, and More: Daily Recap (12/17/21)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, December 17, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Third Baby White Rhino Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 13 Months

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Another baby white rhino has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This is the third white rhino born at the park in the past 13 months and the thirteenth born at Walt Disney World. Mother Lola delivered a healthy female calf in early November. In the wild, rhinoceros are hunted for their horns and their … Read more

Demolished Primeval Whirl Ride Area Being Turned Into Seating Area at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Construction walls have been removed and replaced with new blue fencing at the old site of Primeval Whirl in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Primeval Whirl permanently closed in early 2020 and was completely demolished this fall. The open area remains blocked off with green temporary fencing right now. Orange fans are on blue wooden posts around … Read more