Dinosaur at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Attraction to Remain Open Through 2025

DINOSAUR Roars On: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Attraction to Remain Open Through 2025

Disney has provided an update on the closing timeline for DINOSAUR, the thrilling attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The ride, set to be replaced by a new Indiana Jones-themed adventure, will remain open throughout 2025 before bidding farewell to make way for the upcoming “Tropical Americas” land, Pueblo Esperanza.

While an exact closing date for DINOSAUR has not been announced, Disney confirmed that the attraction will continue to operate for the entirety of the next year, giving fans ample opportunity to experience its prehistoric thrills.

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DinoLand U.S.A.’s Phased Closure

The closure of DinoLand U.S.A. will occur in phases, with the first phase commencing on January 12, 2025. This initial phase will see the closure of TriceraTop Spin, Fossil Fun Games, and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. However, other DinoLand staples, including DINOSAUR, will remain open for the time being.

Pueblo Esperanza and New Attractions

Pueblo Esperanza, the “Tropical Americas”-themed land replacing DinoLand U.S.A., was first announced at Destination D23 in 2023. In addition to the Indiana Jones attraction, the new land will feature an “Encanto”-themed experience and a giant wood-carved carousel.

The Indiana Jones attraction will take guests on an all-new adventure set in an ancient Mayan temple, where Indiana Jones is on a quest to uncover the secrets of a mythical creature. Interestingly, the ride’s track layout is expected to be similar to both the current DINOSAUR attraction and Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye at Disneyland Park.

Construction Timeline

Both the Indiana Jones and “Encanto” attractions are slated to open in 2027. While Disney had initially planned to begin construction in the fall of 2024, the South Florida Water Management District has requested additional information regarding the project, potentially impacting the construction timeline.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the construction schedule, Disney enthusiasts can rest assured that DINOSAUR will remain open throughout 2025, giving them plenty of time to experience this thrilling attraction before it embarks on its final extinction event.

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