Mickey and Minnie Trade Dinosaurs for Tropical Adventures in New Backdrop Update

Mickey and Minnie Trade Dinosaurs for Tropical Adventures

Big changes are afoot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and it looks like Mickey and Minnie are the first to officially update their travel logs. In a subtle but significant move, the Adventurers Outpost meet-and-greet location has debuted a brand-new backdrop, signaling the end of an era and the dawn of the Tropical Americas.

The Adventurers Outpost, located on Discovery Island, remains one of the rare spots in Walt Disney World where guests can meet the iconic duo together in their safari attire. Now, the tapestry-like background behind them reflects the park’s shifting geography.

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Out With the Old, In With the New

For years, the meet-and-greet mural featured various lands from Animal Kingdom—including Discovery Island, Africa, and Asia. Previously, DinoLand, U.S.A. was represented by a skeletal brachiosaurus. That prehistoric icon has now been retired, replaced by a vibrant image of Casita from Encanto.

The update serves as a “living map,” acknowledging that the upcoming Tropical Americas land is now officially part of the park’s narrative, even as construction continues behind the scenes.

What to Expect in Tropical Americas

The transformation of the former DinoLand area into the village of Pueblo Esperanza is well underway. While we bid a final farewell to the DINOSAUR attraction—which officially saw its last day of operation on February 1—there is plenty to look forward to when the new land opens in 2027:

• The Casita Attraction: A first-of-its-kind Encanto ride that takes guests inside the Madrigal family’s magical home.
• Indiana Jones Adventure: A brand-new experience replacing DINOSAUR, featuring a unique story where Indy explores a perfectly preserved Maya temple.
• Wood-Carved Carousel: A beautiful new family attraction featuring animals from various Disney stories.
• A Massive Hacienda: Set to be one of the largest quick-service dining locations in all of Walt Disney World.

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A Transitional Time for Animal Kingdom

With the permanent closure of DinoLand attractions like the Boneyard and Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama in 2025, and now the closure of DINOSAUR and Restaurantosaurus this February, the park is in a major state of transition. This simple backdrop change at Adventurers Outpost is a clever bit of “environmental storytelling,” ensuring that Mickey and Minnie’s world stays current with the real-world evolution of the park.

Whether you’re mourning the extinction of the dinosaurs or ready to dance with the Madrigals, one thing is certain: Mickey and Minnie are ready for the next adventure.

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