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New Disney Starbucks Mug Celebrates Animal Kingdom & Bittersweet Goodbye

A new ceramic Starbucks “Discovery” series mug has roared onto the scene at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These mugs are currently available at Discovery Trading Company inside the park for $24.99, and online at DisneyStore.com. The latest Disney Parks x Starbucks mug series combines colorful illustrations of favorite attractions and animal friends from across the park. New Disney Starbucks Mug Celebrates Animal Kingdom & Bittersweet Goodbye

Disney Releases New “Farewell” DINOSAUR Merch at Animal Kingdom

Ahead of its planned 2026 closure, Disney has launched a limited “farewell” merchandise collection for DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Available exclusively at the Dino Institute Gift Shop (at the ride’s exit), the collection features a themed hat, stainless steel water bottle, magnet, and collectible pin. A matching t-shirt was also released but had already Disney Releases New “Farewell” DINOSAUR Merch at Animal Kingdom

All the Cool Kid Summer Activities at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World is getting into the summer spirit with Cool Kid Summer, offering a series of kid-friendly activities designed to make the park even more exciting for little explorers. Explore new nature-based adventures with favorite Disney characters and hands-on activities, earning a limited-time Wilderness Explorers badge (pictured at All the Cool Kid Summer Activities at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Closing Date for Boneyard at Disney’s Animal Kingdom; New Playground Promised

DinoLand’s transformation into the Tropical Americas is coming to a [bone]head at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as Disney has confirmed the last day for the The Boneyard, the beloved dinosaur-themed playground. The Boneyard will permanently close on September 2nd, 2025, meaning September 1st is the last day to dig up fossils and play amongst the dino Closing Date for Boneyard at Disney’s Animal Kingdom; New Playground Promised

New Bites For Your Disney’s Animal Kingdom Adventure at Disney World

The culinary game at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is leveling up this week with the introduction of new menu items throughout the park. See the new, delicious delights that you can at dining locations such as Eight Spoon Cafe, Dino-Bite Snacks, Harambe Market, Pizzafari, Satu’li Canteen, and The Smiling Crocodile. NEW! Mango Vanilla Mousse at Harambe New Bites For Your Disney’s Animal Kingdom Adventure at Disney World