Animal Kingdom

PHOTOS: Flik’s Eye Broken in It’s Tough To Be a Bug at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The eye of the audio-animatronic Flik is unfortunately broken in It’s Tough To Be a Bug! at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Flik’s Broken Eye During the show, Flik pops out of the ceiling. His left eye is stuck with the pupil under his eyelid, so only a blank white section is looking out over the audience. … Read more

PHOTOS: Mira Royal Detective Meet and Greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Mira, Royal Detective from the Disney Junior show of the same name has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a limited-time meet and greet celebrating the park’s 25th anniversary. Mira, Royal Detective Mira is the first South Asian protagonist featured in a Disney Junior show. “Mira, Royal Detective” premiered in March 2020 and the final episode … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Opening Day Cast Members Celebrated for 25 Years of Service

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Jonathan D

Jonathan is a fan of cinema and theme parks, with particular admiration in Orlando for Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom. His favorite resort on Earth would be Disneyland Paris, which doesn't seem to get the full admiration it deserves. You can find him in the Hufflepuff Common Room by the kitchens at jonathan.doughty@wdwnt.com.

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The Walt Disney World Ambassadors page posted a commemoration on Instagram today for the 123 cast members at Disney’s Animal Kingdom who’ve been around to make magic moments and watch the park grow and transform over all 25 years. All were invited to a celebration recognizing their service, with various gifts and personalized plaques awarded. … Read more

REVIEW: Colossal Elephant Roll Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Jonathan D

Jonathan is a fan of cinema and theme parks, with particular admiration in Orlando for Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom. His favorite resort on Earth would be Disneyland Paris, which doesn't seem to get the full admiration it deserves. You can find him in the Hufflepuff Common Room by the kitchens at jonathan.doughty@wdwnt.com.

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The official 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is today, and tons of various snacks, refreshments, and culinary offerings are available during the festivities. We tried the new Colossal Elephant Roll in Africa at Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery. This coffee shop is located in the Harambe area of Africa, across from Mombasa Marketplace and … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Moana Meet and Greet Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Moana has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Earth Day and the park’s 25th anniversary. The new Moana meet and greet can be found on Discovery Island and is set to stick around after the anniversary celebration is over. Moana Meet and Greet Moana is meeting guests at Character Landing, a former Discovery River Boats … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Special Celebration Ceremony Held for 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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A special celebration ceremony was held at 8:30 a.m. this morning in honor of the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Celebration Ceremony Walt Disney World Ambassadors Raevon Redding and Ali Manion opened the ceremony at the base of the Tree of Life in Discovery Island. The Tam … Read more

Pin and Dated T-Shirt Available for 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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In addition to the larger merchandise collection that arrived yesterday, two new items for the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom have arrived. Dated 25th Anniversary T-shirt – $29.99 The light tan tee sports the 25th anniversary logo, and today’s date: April 22, 2023. Various animals appear among leaves sprouting from the logo, including a … Read more

PHOTOS: Pumbaa Popcorn Bucket Debuts With Special Lanyard for 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The Pumbaa popcorn bucket announced yesterday has made its debut at Walt Disney World. It is available exclusively (for now) at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and features a 25th anniversary lanyard. This souvenir popcorn bucket is available at Trek Snacks and popcorn carts throughout the park. Pumbaa Popcorn Bucket – $20.69 served with popcorn The large … Read more

PHOTOS: Commemorative 25th Anniversary Guidemap for Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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A commemorative 25th anniversary guidemap has been released for Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. It shares its birthday with Earth Day. The front of the guidemap features the 25th anniversary logo. The logo is shaped like the Tree of Life, with “25” making up the trunk and a rhino, elephant, lion, and bird making up … Read more

Full List of Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Merchandise, New Characters Coming to ‘Mickey’s Boo-to-You! Halloween Parade,’ & More: Daily Recap (4/21/23)

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Spencer Lloyd

Spencer Lloyd is a college student/parks addict living in Tokyo. He runs TDRPlans.com, a comprehensive source for information and travel planning related to Tokyo Disney Resort. And fun fact, he is the only person in history to have been in the same ride vehicle as Tom Corless.

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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 Friday, April 21, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Full List of Offerings for 25th Anniversary Celebration of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Including Special Early Morning Ceremony

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Lisa Stump

Lisa loves theme parks, black coffee, and her two Sphynx cats, Jareth and Figment. She believes the best day includes a trip around World Showcase during the EPCOT International Food & Wine festival! Her favorite attractions are Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and "it's a small world." She can be reached at lisa.stump@wdwnt.com.

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We’ve compiled a full list of everything that’s been announced to be available at tomorrow’s special Earth Day and 25th Anniversary Celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. 25th Anniversary Ceremony Guests who arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom early enough tomorrow will be treated to a special ceremony, taking place at the stage near the Tree of … Read more

Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios Hours Extended on Select Days in May 2023

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Disney has extended operating hours of Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on select days in May 2023. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will continue to open at 9:00 a.m. but will now remain open until 11:00 p.m. on Monday, May 8 and Friday, May 12. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios will … Read more

Pumbaa Popcorn Bucket Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tomorrow

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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A Pumbaa popcorn bucket will be available at Trek Snacks and popcorn carts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom tomorrow. The bucket is part of the Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th anniversary celebrations and includes a 25th anniversary strap. Are you hoping to take home the Pumbaa popcorn bucket? Let us know in the comments! Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more

VIDEO: ‘Moana’ Music Loop Added to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Before Meet and Greet Debut

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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“Moana” music is now playing in a loop on Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom ahead of the Moana meet and greet debut. The Moana meet and greet will begin tomorrow, April 22, Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s 25th anniversary and Earth Day. The new “Moana” music loop includes an instrumental of her main song, “How Far … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Atta From ‘A Bug’s Life’ Meet & Greet for Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Princess/Queen Atta from “A Bug’s Life” has a temporary meet and greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the park’s 25th anniversary. Atta Meet and Greet Atta is meeting near It’s Tough To Be A Bug! amidst the roots of the Tree of Life. Flik is also meeting in this location. It’s possible Atta and Flik … Read more

Full List (With Prices) of Merchandise for 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Tomorrow (April 22) is the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and merchandise for the special day has arrived. 25th Anniversary Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The Spirit Jersey features the anniversary’s “25” logo with “Disney’s Animal Kingdom” below it. “More adventure is out there!” is across the back shoulders in blue bubble letters. Kevin from … Read more

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