Get ready, Disney fans…BIG change is on the horizon!

Critters!

If you’re still reeling with all of the announced projects at the latest D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan weekend we can’t say we blame you. So many cool and exciting announcements were made about inducting new Disney Legends, and changes to the parks and attractions, and more details were uncovered about Disney’s dive head-first into mainstream gaming. But, one big announcement was hinted at during a collaborative sing-song fast break and if you weren’t listening closely, you likely missed it!

During the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro (along with some quick wit and the gift of a song via celebs Darren Criss and Skylar Astin), announced several updates Disney parks visitors will see realized soon.

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

During this jaunty rendition, the opening date of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disneyland was announced as November 15th, 2024 which also happens to be right around when the holiday season will kick off at Disneyland.

Construction on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

However, the bigger project that was also linked to this opening also has to do with an existing land in the park. It seems that we’re getting ready to say goodbye to Critter Country as it’s set to be renamed Bayou Country when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens.

Critter Country

Bayou Country will be situated on the edge of New Orleans Square and when it’s officially rethemed, visitors will expect to find friendly woodland animals, some of which look like they’re ready to join the zydeco band inside the ride from a trumpet-playing gator to an adorable bear who craves honey along with a whole cast of bears, frogs, and other critters.

Froggies and critters

Bayou Country will also serve as the home to a few classic attractions you can already find at Disneyland like The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and the Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes. However, dining inside the land might look a little different as it’s main quick service restaurant is also getting a quick retheming into the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree.

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While you’re stopping on by, don’t forget to pick up your souvenirs to remember your trip from Ray’s Berets, Louis’ Critter Club, and your sweet treats from Pooh Corner.

Ray’s Berets ©Disney

Overall, the entire land is expected to be complete when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure officially opens in Disneyland, however, Disney has left it a bit open ended in case a few places and areas within the land open earlier.

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