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Walt Disney Imagineering Adds New Pre-Show to Zootopia: Better Zoogether!
Walt Disney Imagineering has updated Zootopia: Better Zoogether! at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a new pre-show sequence featuring a character from the sequel film, Zootopia 2. Disney shared the following video on social media: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Walt Disney Imagineering & Disney Live Entertainment (@waltdisneyimagineering) The addition introduces Mayor Brian Winddancer before … Walt Disney Imagineering Adds New Pre-Show to Zootopia: Better Zoogether!
Pack Your Patience for Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom
Bluey’s Wild World opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on May 26th, nearly two years after a Bluey partnership was announced at the 2024 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. As a mom, Bluey and Disney just makes sense and my family has so enjoyed the Bluey experiences at both Disneyland and Disney Cruise Line. Bluey … Pack Your Patience for Bluey’s Wild World at Animal Kingdom
Bakari Is Now the New Silverback of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Gorilla Family
About a month after arriving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Bakari has officially made his public debut on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. The 21-year-old western lowland gorilla spent the past several weeks acclimating to his new home before stepping into his new role as the troop’s silverback. Disney shared the news on social media: Now … Bakari Is Now the New Silverback of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Gorilla Family
Jumping Junction at Animal Kingdom’s Conservation Station Now Open
Jumping Junction is officially open as the new animal enclosure at Conservation Station inside Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Jumping Junction replaced the former Affection Section and with it comes lots of new theming related to Bluey’s Wild World and the Heelers’ home of Australia. Most importantly, it is now home to adorable kangaroos and wallabies that … Jumping Junction at Animal Kingdom’s Conservation Station Now Open
New Moana-Inspired Summer Snacks for Walt Disney World
Hey there, Disney friends! I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for an excuse to make a themed treat. Halloween goodies, gingerbread houses at Christmas, birthday cakes, movie night snacks… if there’s a reason to get creative in the kitchen and enjoy something delicious afterwards, count me in! So, with Disney’s live-action … New Moana-Inspired Summer Snacks for Walt Disney World
Wait, Is Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom Actually Decent Now?
Pizzafari has been a staple at Disney’s Animal Kingdom since its opening in 1998. Just like the rest of the park, the details inside this Quick Service restaurant are impressive. Unfortunately, the basic menu of theme park pizzas rarely puts Pizzafari at the top of anyone’s must-do list. After all these years, the space still … Wait, Is Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom Actually Decent Now?
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes New Silverback Gorilla Bakari
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has welcomed a new resident to Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. A 21-year-old western lowland gorilla named Bakari has officially joined the park’s gorilla family and will serve as the troop’s new silverback, or leader. Bakari recently arrived from the Saint Louis Zoo, where he previously lived before making the move to Walt Disney World. Disney shared … Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes New Silverback Gorilla Bakari
Love it or Leave it – Which Disney Attractions Need to Go Next?
Change is commonplace in the Disney theme parks. Throughout their 70-year history, fans have seen their favorite attractions close as new experiences have been added to the park map. Currently, Disney is in the midst of one of their largest expansion plans for their theme parks, which nearly rivals the ambitious plans of the Disney … Love it or Leave it – Which Disney Attractions Need to Go Next?
Meet Cinnamon, the New Baby Ankole Calf at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World has a sweet new addition roaming the savanna. Disney Parks shared photos on social media Tuesday introducing Cinnamon, a new Ankole calf who recently joined the herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris. The announcement was accompanied by several adorable photos showing the young calf alongside the rest of … Meet Cinnamon, the New Baby Ankole Calf at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
How to Avoid Crowds and Heat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The summer months are almost here at Walt Disney World. With V.I.Passholder Summer Days back in effect and the return of the Cool Kids’ Summer promotion in 2026, this coming summer could see greater crowds than we have seen in the past. As a result, it is imperative to arrive at the parks with a … How to Avoid Crowds and Heat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
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