Affection Section at Disney's Animal Kingdom is Renamed for Bluey Takeover

When Bluey arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this May, Affection Section will be renamed. The petting zoo closed with the rest of Rafiki’s Planet Watch last month. Affection Section Becomes Jumping Junction Affection Section will now be “Jumping Junction.” As previously announced, the goats and other Affection Section animals are being re-homed. Jumping Junction will … Read more

Isle of Java Now Opening Later at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Isle of Java is a Discovery Island area coffee shop that will now open later in the morning at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. New Opening Time This morning, March 12, one of our reporters noticed signs sitting in the ordering window at Isle of Java. These signs read “Serving from 9:00 a.m.” This is a change … Read more

Car Engulfed in Flames Near Disney's Animal Kingdom Parking Lot

An X user captured a shot of a blazing car fire near the entrance to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Cast Member parking lot. Car on Fire by Animal Kingdom Cast Member Parking Lot X user @DinoLandUSAarch snapped the shot of the engulfed vehicle, which appears to be a small SUV or minivan (although not a Minnie … Read more

Timon and Rafiki Meeting in New Location at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Following the closure of Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Timon and Rafiki are now meeting in a new location. Timon and Rafiki New Meeting Spot The pair is now meeting in The Oasis by the Disney Animal Kingdom entrance near Garden Gate Gifts. However, they are meeting separately on a rotating schedule. Currently, … Read more

Stroller Name Tag Holders Now Available at Walt Disney World

Disney World now has stroller name tags available for purchase. We found them at Animal Kingdom in Garden Gate Gifts. Stroller Name Tag Holder with Polka Dots – $16.99 The first is red with white polka dots, inspired by Minnie Mouse’s dress. Those who purchase the tag holder can place their name inside the clear … Read more

Gorillas Moved Backstage for Enclosure Refurbishment at Disney's Animal Kingdom

The gorilla family of Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been moved backstage for a window repair at their enclosure. Gorilla Enclosure Refurbishment We reported on March 2 that not all of the gorillas were in public view at Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail due to a refurbishment of their habitat. On March … Read more

Tropical Americas Carousel Foundational Work Progresses in Disney's Animal Kingdom

Crews continue to add to the Encanto ride building and work on the foundation of a new carousel in the future Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas replaces DinoLand, U.S.A. Encanto Ride The Encanto ride building was recently “topped off” with an American flag, a tradition that signifies vertical construction has reached its highest point. The American … Read more

Encanto Ride Set Installation Coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom Imminently

People walk towards a vibrant, tropical house with colorful flowers and lush greenery in a picturesque setting, reminiscent of an enchanting attraction you might find at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for set installation at the new Encanto attraction under construction in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Encanto Set Permit The Notice of Commencement contracts Scenario to “Install set elements” at 540 Dinoland Drive, the approximate location of the new Encanto ride building. It expires in one year. Crews have been assembling … Read more

Theming Models Arrive for Tropical Americas and Demolition of DINOSAUR Interior Begins

In the newest aerial photos from @bioreconstruct on X, several piles of rubble indicate that demolition has begun inside DINOSAUR. Theming models have also arrived near the edge of construction. Tropical Americas Construction Update In our last aerial update, the entire courtyard in front of DINOSAUR had been demolished. While the marquee featuring the Carnotaurus and meteors … Read more

More Bioluminescent Paint Added to Pandora — The World of Avatar

Pandora — The World of Avatar is glowing brightly at night once again as repainting of the bioluminescent pavement continues in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Bioluminescent Pavement Painting Since many of Pandora’s plants glow, and the walkways are designed to mimic dirt paths with natural flora embedded inside, they also shine once the sun sets. As … Read more

LAST LOOK at Rafiki's Planet Watch Before Bluey Takeover

Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is temporarily closed to prepare for the arrival of Bluey and Bingo. The characters from the hit Australian children’s show Bluey will meet, dance, and play in Conservation Station while Australian animals will appear at Affection Section. February 22 was the last day to visit Rafiki’s Planet Watch … Read more

Dino Institute Snack Cart Remains in Disney's Animal Kingdom

A Dino Institute snack cart is still operational at Disney’s Animal Kingdom even though DinoLand U.S.A. closed earlier this month. Dino Institute Snack Cart This outdoor vending cart features The Dino Institute logo on the front. The Dino Institute was the setting of the DINOSAUR ride and adjacent Restaurantosaurus, both of which closed permanently on … Read more