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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Dino Institute Intern Performs With Characters, Limited-Time Wilderness Explorers Badge at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Cool Kid Summer

May 29, 2025May 27, 2025

A man sings and plays guitar; next to him, people in Timon and Rafiki costumes dance outdoors.

For Cool Kid Summer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the Dino Institute intern is now roaming Discovery Island, and a limited-time Wilderness Explorers badge is available. Dino Institute Intern The musical interns previously just appeared at Restaurantosaurus in DinoLand U.S.A. During Cool Kid Summer, you’ll spot the intern roaming Discovery Island near the stage across from … Read more

‘The Lion King’ Loungefly, Headwear, and More Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

April 11, 2025

Discover the Lion King merchandise display that brings the magic of Walt Disney World to life. Featuring a yellow cap with Simba, a green bucket hat with Simba and Nala, and a Loungefly patterned backpack adorned with Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa.

A new “The Lion King” Loungefly backpack, headwear, and an infant onesie have been spotted in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found all of the new items at Island Mercantile and Mombasa Marketplace in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Loungefly Backpack – $80 This Loungefly backpack features an allover print of Simba, Nala, Timon, and Pumbaa all smiling … Read more

New ‘The Lion King’ Merchandise Includes Spirit Jersey, Ear Headband, and More at Walt Disney World

April 7, 2025

A display of The Lion King merchandise includes a "Hakuna Matata" sweatshirt, a themed headband with a black mane, and a backpack featuring Simba and Timon.

New merchandise themed to the Disney animated film “The Lion King” is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the items at Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Hakuna Matata Backpack – $29.99 This light green backpack features characters from “The Lion King” including Simba, Pumbaa, Timon, Nala, and Zazu. The phrase “Hakuna … Read more

New Timon & Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

August 15, 2024August 14, 2024

Hand holding a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder sticker featuring Timon riding on Pumbaa against a green background.

The newest Annual Passholder magnet featuring Timon and Pumbaa from “The Lion King” is now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Timon & Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet The magnet can be picked up from Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A. from August 14 through September 22, 2024. A sign in DinoLand points guests to … Read more

New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

August 6, 2024

An animated meerkat stands in front of tropical plants on the left. On the right, a swirl of vanilla soft-serve ice cream is topped with a small character decoration in a plastic cup filled with orange and red sauce.

Walt Disney World has revealed that a new Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder magnet is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom later this month, along with other special perks to enjoy. Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet After last week’s teaser of a new Annual Passholder magnet, Walt Disney World has revealed that a new design … Read more

New Lion King MagicBand+ Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

June 15, 2024June 15, 2024

A hand holds a packaged watch featuring a cartoon lion face reminiscent of the Lion King and a colorful band, on display in Disney's Animal Kingdom store.

The new Lion King MagicBand+ is now available at Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The 30th-anniversary band had previously only been available at the Disney Store. ‘The Lion King’ MagicBand+ – $44.99 The redesigned Lion King MagicBand+ features Simba in the middle with red and pink flowers surrounding his head. The band is … Read more

PHOTOS: Rafiki and Timon Meet and Greets at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for ‘The Lion King’ 30th Anniversary

June 10, 2024

Two costumed characters, one resembling a mandrill with white fur and blue face paint, and the other an orange meerkat, pose outdoors on a pathway, surrounded by greenery.

Rafiki and Timon are meeting guests at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a limited time to celebrate 30 years of “The Lion King.” Rafiki and Timon Meet and Greets Rafiki and Timon are appearing for individual meet and greets, rotating with each other. They’re outside Conservation Station at Rafiki’s Planet Watch. The My Disney Experience app … Read more

Florida House Passes Bill to Void Disney and Reedy Creek Development Agreement, Disney Surveying Guests About Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Queue Options, & More: Daily Recap (5/3/23)

May 3, 2023

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 Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: New Timon Sipper With 25th Anniversary Lanyard at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 3, 2023

A new Timon sipper is available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to go with the Pumbaa popcorn bucket released on the park’s 25th anniversary. Timon Sipper – $19.20 The Timon sipper is available at Trek Snacks, Cornivores, The Feeding Ground, and select ice cream carts throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We picked ours up at the cart … Read more

Florida Senate Passes Bill for State Inspections of Walt Disney World Monorails, Peyton Manning & Phil Simms Ride in Cavalcade at Magic Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (5/2/23)

May 2, 2023

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, May 2, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

New Timon Sipper Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tomorrow

May 2, 2023

Walt Disney World has revealed a new Timon sipper to go with the Pumbaa popcorn bucket recently released for the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Timon sipper will be available starting tomorrow, May 3, at Trek Snacks, Cornivores, The Feeding Ground, and select ice cream carts throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom. He comes with … Read more

NEW Disney100 Mickey Mouse Countdown Pin Available at Celebrity 5&10 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

April 7, 2023

Count down to your next Disney vacation with this new Mickey Mouse Countdown Pin at Celebrity 5&10 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney100 Mickey Mouse Countdown Pin- $29.99 This new Disney100 jumbo pin features Mickey Mouse holding a paint brush in front of a giant dry erase white screen with the words “Counting Down To:” written … Read more

VIDEO: Shorter, Rolling Performances of Disney KiteTails Begin at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

May 27, 2022

Rolling performances of Disney KiteTails have begun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, reducing the two shows into four short segments. The first show we saw was “The Lion King,” a five-minute show featuring “Hakuna Matata” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King.” Each show is centered around different kites. This show features the young Simba … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Character Holiday Flotillas Arrive For The Season At Disney’s Animal Kingdom

November 13, 2021

The holiday season has officially begun at Walt Disney World and all our favorite characters are celebrating. In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests can spot classic characters as well as Santa Claus himself on holiday flotillas along the Discovery River. We saw Donald and Daisy in a garland-wrapped flotilla yesterday morning but unfortunately didn’t spot them … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT & Disney’s Animal Kingdom 9/22/21 (Primeval Whirl Demolition, KiteTails Character Banners Soar, Multiple Spaceship Earth Animatronics Still Missing, and More)

September 24, 2021

Buenos días, Ohayō, or simply good morning from Walt Disney World’s beautiful EPCOT! Get ready to travel around the world with us and discover all of the newest happenings! Then hop over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom and join us as we adventure through it’s many lands. Let’s jump right in and see just what today … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/20/21): Disney Lake Nona Campus Worsens Orlando Housing Market, “S.E.A.” Reference Removed From Jungle Cruise Queue, EPCOT Monorail Down, Space Ranger Spin Refurbishment, and More

July 20, 2021

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, July 20, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more