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Santa Claus Returns to DinoLand USA for One Last Roar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
It looks like Santa Claus isn’t ready to go extinct just yet! The jolly old elf himself is returning to DinoLand U.S.A. this holiday season for one final round of prehistoric cheer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Guests can meet Santa at Restaurantosaurus from November 14 through December 24, 2025—marking the land’s truly last hurrah before it officially transforms into the Tropical Americas area.
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Fans of DinoLand’s quirky holiday overlay will once again be treated to the “Dino Institute Holiday Party,” complete with dino-sized decorations and the perfect mix of whimsy and nostalgia. Last year’s debut of Santa’s meet and greet at Restaurantosaurus was a surprise hit, featuring the big guy in red surrounded by fossils, string lights, and even the occasional T-Rex ornament.
This year, Santa will again greet guests on the Restaurantosaurus patio, offering a delightfully odd (and Instagram-worthy) backdrop filled with dinosaur bones and garlands. It’s an experience that blends yuletide joy with a touch of Disney’s extinct humor—because nothing says “holiday spirit” like a triceratops in tinsel.
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With DinoLand U.S.A. set to go extinct soon, this will truly be your last chance to see Santa in this setting before the area evolves into something brand new. So grab your cocoa, dust off your best Santa hat, and make sure to snap one last photo in front of those dino-sized decorations before they become a piece of Disney history.
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