This Saturday, April 22, is not only Earth Day, but this year marks the 25th anniversary of Animal Kingdom being our favorite park for a wild time!
Disney will be celebrating in a variety of ways all week, and you’re invited to come along! Let’s look at some of the fun events and items that you’ll be able to find at Animal Kingdom this week as the celebration takes place.
See Some Unique Characters
We’ve already seen some fun character meet and greets start up yesterday and while they can change any day, we’re hoping to see some of these favorite characters all week long. Two fairies, Tinker Bell and Fawn, will be greeting guests all week, as well as two rambunctious brothers, Koda and Kenai from the movie “Brother Bear.” Those crazy bears will be on a flotilla waving at all the guests.
We’ve even heard that DiVine, the stilt-walking plant person who hangs out at the front of the park, has some special floral arrangements added to her outfit for the week.
Buy Some Fun Anniversary Merch
Show your love for Animal Kingdom and its special day with these new merchandise products. They’ll make sure you’ll be ready for any adventures that come your way!
Earn a Wilderness Explorer Special Badge
Speaking of adventures, those who like to participate in the Wilderness Explorers program at Animal Kingdom, will have the opportunity to earn a special badge by completing a limited-time nature challenge from April 16-22.
Take a Wild Photo
Disney PhotoPass Service is offering special photo ops in celebration of Earth Month and the park’s 25th anniversary! You can enjoy special props, Magic Shots, and more to celebrate when you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
In the spirit of sustainability, the 25th-anniversary sign prop is made completely out of recycled materials, including upcycled sign backers as well as cast member costumes and patches. Make sure to check it out!
Don’t forget to eat!
What special event would be complete without some unique treats for your family to enjoy while celebrating at Animal Kingdom this week?
New items debuting throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom exclusively on April 22 include the Colossal Elephant Roll and the 25th Anniversary Alive with Magic Cupcake. At Tiffins Restaurant, guests can enjoy a 25th Anniversary Dessert Platter, or they can dig into a 25th Anniversary Earth Tart at Tusker House Restaurant.
Additional Earth Month-themed sweets and sips will be available in the park throughout April, like the Bee Hive Mousse Dome and Flamingo Cupcake as well as the Bubbling Pink Lagoon and Viva Gaia Tonic drinks.
To experience the 25th-anniversary celebration on April 22 and the rest of the guest-favorite thrills throughout the park, you must have a valid park ticket and a park reservation for Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Will you attend Animal Kingdom’s 25th-anniversary celebration?