Do you know which Disney World park is the largest?
You might think Magic Kingdom, because of its many rides, or EPCOT because of the World Showcase, but it’s actually Animal Kingdom! The park has to have enough room for all of those animals to roam around, of course. We like to check out the park regularly so we can stay up to date with everything happening, so let’s look at what’s new in Animal Kingdom!
Animal Kingdom Food Update
Zuri’s Sweets Shop
Bunny Butt Rice Krispie Treats are BACK in Disney World, and we first spotted them over at Zuri’s Sweets! They’re just the normal Mickey Rice Krispie Treats covered in white chocolate, with a marshmallow for the tail and some icing and sprinkles to decorate!
You can get it for $5.49!
Click here to read our full review of the Bunny Butts!
Thirsty River Bar
Thirsty River Bar is no longer offering the Mint Julep! So sad.
There are a lot of other options here though, as it IS a full bar! Or, you can try the featured drinks: the Yeti Sunset or Shimmering Green Margarita.
Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update
Island Mercantile
We found this Vault sweatshirt in Island Mercantile! We have seen it online before, but now it’s available in the parks, too. You can get it for $69.99.
There is a new (and adorable) Up mug that looks like a Wilderness Explorer outfit…
…with Dug as the spoon! Grab it for $19.99.
The Encanto section in here has been replaced by a bunch of Turning Red merch in order to celebrate the new film (which is out today, BTW). We found a new Turning Red Relax crop top…
…that has “Embrace Your Inner Panda” on the back! You can get it for $36.99.
There is also a new Turning Red pillow purse with a blanket inside! It’s like a plush and a blanket all in one.
You can grab this guy for $34.99.
Also peep this new Turning Red sweatshirt that says “I accept all labels” — we love that energy!
Grab this one for $54.99.
Are you a fan of squishmallows? Then you’ll wanna check out this pink Turning Red panda one over here! You can get it for $29.99.
Also available is a new Turning Red Pandamonium Flannel (ha-ha, get it?!). The front has a few symbols from the movie on it…
…and the back has the panda and the word “Pandamonium.” This is available in adult sizes for $59.99…
…or kids sizes for $39.99!
The kids and the adult versions are exactly the same!
Riverside Depot
In Riverside Depot, we saw a new Beauty and the Beast Belle mug celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the film.
You can get it for $19.99!
There is also a new Marie mug featuring the Eiffel Tower!
This one is also $19.99.
If you love Toy Story 4, check out this Bunny and Ducky mug and spoon set!
You can grab this mug for $19.99 as well.
Continuing with the mug trend, we also found this mug with old classic movie posters on it that we had previously only seen at the hotels.
This one is $14.99!
And finally, we have this new Aladdin mug!
This mug is also $14.99.
We found 2 new pins in here as well — one is a floral Mulan pin and the other is a pin celebrating the 45th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh!
Mulan is a limited edition pin, and Winnie the Pooh is limited release.
Serka Zong Bazaar
A super funny hat is available now at Serka Zong Bazaar — you can be just like a furry yeti!
Grab it for $29.95.
Animal Kingdom Additional Updates
Festival of the Lion King
There is a sign over at Festival of the Lion King now that reminds guests to have their WHOLE party with them before they get in line.
So, no holding spots for other people in your group!
TriceraTop Spin
The DinoLand ride was closed for a full day recently due to the excessive flooding seen in Disney World.
Even though we saw major flooding in EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom was also affected!
Scrat Tales
Finally, the Ice Age sand sculpture at the front entrance of the park has been switched to a Scrat Tales sculpture in honor of the premiere of the upcoming Disney+ show!
That’s everything new in Animal Kingdom! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates.
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