The Lion King Articles and News Stories


The Lion King Themed AP Corner Debuts June 20 at Disney California Adventure

Beginning June 20th, Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders can visit the new Summer AP Corner which celebrates the upcoming “live action” remake of Disney’s The Lion King, as well as the Tale of the Lion King outdoor musical that premiered recently at Disney California Adventure, with free gifts, photo ops, and special merchandise. Passholders will find The Lion King Themed AP Corner Debuts June 20 at Disney California Adventure

The Walt Disney Company Launches Global Lion Recovery Fund with Nala and Simba Plush

In celebration of Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of The Lion King, The Walt Disney Company is launching a global campaign to raise awareness of the crisis facing lions. The campaign is going to support the Lion Recovery Fund and their partners which will help advance conservation across Africa. Special Edition Simba (above, right) and Nala (above, left) plush are available The Walt Disney Company Launches Global Lion Recovery Fund with Nala and Simba Plush

Walt Disney World Announces The Animation Experience at Conservation Station

Earlier this year, we told you that Rafiki’s Planet Watch, Affection Section, and the Wildlife Express Train are all going to reopen this summer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. Along with the return of those guest favorites, a brand new wildlife animation experience will open on July 11, 2019, when Rafiki’s Planet Watch begins Walt Disney World Announces The Animation Experience at Conservation Station

Walt Disney Company Announces New ‘The Lion King’ Themed Conservation Campaign

The Walt Disney Company has announced a new global conservation campaign in celebration of the July 19th theatrical release of The Lion King. The “Protect the Pride” campaign will be supporting the Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund and their efforts to protect and revitalize the lion population, with the goal of doubling the lion Walt Disney Company Announces New ‘The Lion King’ Themed Conservation Campaign

Walt Disney World Shares Images of New Lion King-Inspired Tree of Life Awakenings

Back in January, we shared that new additions were coming to the Tree of Life Awakenings that take place each evening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Walt Disney World has shared some new images of what guests can expect when this colorful presentation begins tonight in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of The Lion King. The new Walt Disney World Shares Images of New Lion King-Inspired Tree of Life Awakenings

New PhotoPass Lion King-Inspired Magic Shots Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s The Lion King, Disney PhotoPass photographers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom have new photo opportunities that were inspired by the Pride Lands. The new Magic Shots are already available in the park and guests can have them taken from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day during the New PhotoPass Lion King-Inspired Magic Shots Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

New ‘The Lion King’ Food Offerings Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is introducing a jungle-full of new treats beginning this Friday to celebrate the upcoming release of Disney’s The Lion King “live-action” remake. Unless otherwise noted, all of these items will be available May 24th through the end of summer. Simba Ice Cream Sandwich (Tamu Tamu) – Vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two New ‘The Lion King’ Food Offerings Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney California Adventure to Present ‘Tale of the Lion King’ Beginning June 7

As part of the previously announced Lion King celebration, Disney California Adventure will present “Tale of the Lion King” beginning June 7th! The live outdoor musical production will be performed on the Palisades State in Paradise Gardens Park. The show features 18 Storytellers of the Pride Lands, including singers, dancers, and drummers, who tell “revered Disney California Adventure to Present ‘Tale of the Lion King’ Beginning June 7

Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Introducing Lion King Dining Experience

Beginning June 30th, Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will be offering a new The Lion King-inspired dining experience. The evening includes a three-course menu celebrating Simba’s story as live musicians perform pieces from the film’s soundtrack. The meal starts with an “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” appetizer that Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Introducing Lion King Dining Experience