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Festival of the Lion King

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VIDEO: Festival of the Lion King Cast Thanks Elton John Ahead of Farewell from Dodger Stadium

November 20, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Cast members from “Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom thanked Elton John for his contributions to the music of “The Lion King” … Read more

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Walt Disney World Updates ‘Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire’ and ‘Festival of the Lion King’ Showtimes

August 5, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Walt Disney World has updated the showtimes for “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” at Magic Kingdom and “Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. … Read more

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PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 7/14/22 (Pandora – The World of Avatar Merchandise, New 50th Anniversary Tank Top & More) 

July 18, 2022 MelissaE

Jambo from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s been a while since we spent some time here at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We hope you enjoy following along … Read more

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tumble Monkeys Are Back as Full ‘Festival of the Lion King’ Finally Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

July 16, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The full version of The Festival of the Lion King finally returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, and we are here to bring the show … Read more

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‘Festival of the Lion King’ Full Show Returning July 16, Annual Passholders Now Required to Show App for Discounts, Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris Opening July 20, & More: Daily Recap (5/24/22)

May 24, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

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, … Read more

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‘A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King’ Final Performance Happening July 4 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 24, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

“A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be closed from July 5 through July 15 to prepare for the … Read more

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Tumble Monkeys and Aerial Dancing Birds Returning to ‘The Festival of the Lion King’ on July 16

May 25, 2022May 24, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

The tumble monkeys and aerial bird dance will return to “Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on July 16, 2022. Landon McReynolds … Read more

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Showtimes Reduced for ‘A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King’ Starting June 27 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 10, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Starting June 27, “A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King” will be performed four times a day instead of seven or eight at Disney’s … Read more

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Walt Disney World Now Offering Up to 25% Off Resort Hotels for Disney+ Subscribers, Brunch Now Served at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom, and More: Daily Recap (4/5/22)

April 5, 2022 Jade Mackey

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, … Read more

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Birds to Once Again Fly at ‘A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King,’ Shorter and More Frequent Performances of ‘Disney KiteTails’ Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

April 5, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Disney has confirmed that not only will the tumble monkeys return to “A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King,” but the bird dancers … Read more

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Showtimes Reduced for ‘A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King’ Starting April 25

March 16, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Showtimes will be reduced for “A Celebration of Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom starting April 25. The show is currently being … Read more

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Toy Story Hotel May be Planned to Replace Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, New Disney Parks x Lilly Pulitzer Collection, and More: Daily Recap (3/14/22)

March 14, 2022 Jade Mackey

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, … Read more

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BREAKING: Tumble Monkeys Returning to Festival of the Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

March 14, 2022 Jade Mackey

The fan-favorite Tumble Monkeys will soon be returning to The Festival of the Lion King at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Disney Parks official TikTok account … Read more

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‘A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King’ Adds One More Showtime to Weekdays at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

February 18, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

“A Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has added an eighth showtime to its weekday schedule. The show schedule … Read more

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Walt Disney World to Host Conservative Political Conference, Test Track Closes Early, Disney to Heavily Invest in NFTs & Crypto, and More: Daily Recap (2/2/22)

February 2, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

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 … Read more

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Disney Auditioning Aerial Performers for ‘Celebration of Festival of the Lion King,’ Indicating Full Show May Return Soon

February 2, 2022 Shannen Michaelsen

Disney is now auditioning dancers with ballet technique who “may perform an aerial routine” for “Celebration of Festival of the Lion King.” The aerial part … Read more

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