Construction Update: Permits Filed for ‘Bluey’ Takeover at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney World Files Construction Permit for Bluey Takeover at Animal Kingdom Conservation Station

The arrival of the Heeler family is inching closer. Walt Disney Imagineering has officially filed a Notice of Commencement for general construction at Conservation Station in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, signaling the start of the transformation for the highly anticipated Bluey and Bingo character experience.

Set to open in the summer of 2026, this new offering will reimagine portions of the Rafiki’s Planet Watch area.

Interestingly, the permit lists B Morrow Productions as the contractor for the project. This marks a departure from Disney’s typical roster of construction partners. B Morrow Productions describes itself as “one of the industry’s most trusted studios for immersive guest experiences,” specializing in everything from creative concept and master planning to fabrication and final installation. Their involvement suggests a heavy focus on detailed, thematic set design to bring the animated world of Bluey to life.

Guests can expect significant modifications to the existing layout of Conservation Station. According to a recent casting call, the new experience will feature both indoor game zones and an outdoor component that highlights animals native to Australia.

Current expectations are that the renovation will require the removal of the existing petting zoo area (“Affection Section”) to accommodate the new footprint. Disney has previously described the attraction as an interactive “excursion.” Host actors will guide families through games directly from Bluey episodes—but with animal-themed twists—such as a butterfly version of “Keepy Uppy,” alongside meet-and-greets with Bluey and Bingo.

The project appears to be moving quickly to meet its targeted opening. With general construction now permitted and casting rehearsals scheduled to begin in early May 2026, the experience is on track for a late spring or early summer debut.

This filing follows previous permits regarding infrastructure upgrades, which included electrical work to install a new transformer, disconnect, and relay panels in the facility’s equipment room.

A “Bluey” Year for Disney The Animal Kingdom project is just one piece of a massive Bluey rollout across Disney destinations in 2026.

• Disneyland Resort: “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” debuts at the Fantasyland Theatre on March 22.
• Disney Cruise Line: Select sailings will feature Bluey and Bingo meet-and-greets and dance parties.

Stay tuned as construction ramps up at Rafiki’s Planet Watch!

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