Walt Disney World has announced more places for kids to play, with new playgrounds planned for Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. One will bring a little Indiana Jones-style adventure to Hollywood Studios, while the other will be part of the new Tropical Americas land coming to Animal Kingdom.
And for families traveling with younger children, having another spot where kids can run around and burn off some energy between attractions is always welcome news!
Epic Jr. Stunt Spectacular! Coming to Hollywood Studios
A new outdoor playground called Epic Jr. Stunt Spectacular! is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the next few months. Located near Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!, the play area will take inspiration from the longtime stunt show and give younger guests a chance to get in on the action.
Disney says the playground will feature interactive elements and themed play structures designed to encourage kids to explore and use their imaginations. The concept art shows a colorful adventure-themed setting with slides, climbing areas, and props that look right at home alongside the Indiana Jones attraction.
This new playground will also give families another option for playtime at Hollywood Studios, joining the recently opened indoor Alice in Wonderland-themed experience. Between the two, younger guests will have opportunities for both indoor and outdoor play.
Disney hasn’t announced an exact opening date for Epic Jr. Stunt Spectacular!, but says it expects the playground to open in the coming months.
Tropical Americas Will Bring a New Playground to Animal Kingdom
Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney has confirmed that a new playground is also planned for Pueblo Esperanza, the village at the heart of the upcoming Tropical Americas land.
The play area will fit into the village’s surroundings, giving children a place to explore while families spend time discovering the new land.
Disney hasn’t shared concept art specifically for this playground or revealed what types of play structures it will include.
It’s nice to see Disney adding more dedicated spaces for younger guests, especially at Hollywood Studios, where so many attractions are geared toward older children and adults. Sometimes kids just need a break from waiting in lines, and spending some time on a playground can make a HUGE difference in how the rest of the day goes – for everyone in the group.
We’ll keep an eye out for more details and opening dates as Disney shares them.
