We keep track of ALL the updates and changes at the Disney World theme parks. If you’re looking for the most recent updates from Disney’s Animal Kingdom, check out our “What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom ” page, which we update every single day! For all the updates from May 2023, keep reading.
Tree of Life
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Now, let’s dive into the updates.
May 29th, 2023
Merchandise Updates
Windtraders
- Avatar Jacket — $89.99
Avatar Jacket
Discovery Trading Company
- Wonderful World of Color Hoodie Sweatshirt – $64.99
Wonderful World of Color Hoodie Sweatshirt
May 28th, 2023
Merchandise Updates
Island Mercantile
- Stitch Shorts — $39.99
Stitch shorts
- Stitch Shower Curtain — $44.99
Shower curtain
- Stitch Toothbrush Holder — $24.99
Toothbrush holder
- Stitch Youth Hoodie — $39.99
Hoodie
- Stitch Night Sleep Set — $54.99
Sleep set
Discovery Trading Company
- Rainbow Colorful Jacket — $69.99
Rainbow jacket
Riverside Depot
- Live-action Little Mermaid Ursula Pin — $17.99
Ursula pin
- Princess and the Frog “Celebrate Laughter” pin — $17.99
Laughter pin
- Walt Disney Cartoon Pals Magnet — $14.99
Magnet
May 24th, 2023
Food Updates
Flame Tree Barbecue
The Ribs, Chicken, and Pulled Pork Sampler has returned for $18.99.
Flame Tree Barbecue menu
We also spotted some Disney100-themed Coke bottles, which vary in price depending on where you get them.
Coke bottles
Construction Updates
The Dig Site part of The Boneyard has reopened (the digging area on the left side).
The Dig Site
The rest of The Boneyard is still closed, where the playground and slides are. The Boneyard is expected to fully reopen on June 13th.
The Boneyard
Merchandise Updates
Dino Institute Gift Shop
- National Geographic items have gone from 40 to 50% off
Sale!
Island Mercantile
- Leopard print Hidden Mickey Loungefly backpack — $78
Loungefly backpack
- The Little Mermaid limited-edition doll — $149.99
Doll
May 22nd, 2023
Food Updates
Zuri’s Sweets Shop
- 100th Anniversary Marshmallow Wand — $5.49
100th Anniversary Marshmallow Wand
- 100th Anniversary Minnie Caramel Apple — $11.99
100th Anniversary Minnie Caramel Apple
Merchandise Updates
The Dino Institute Shop
- “My other ride is on a Safari” magnet — $14.99
“My other ride is on a Safari” magnet
- Kilimanjaro Safaris journey magnet — $14.99
Kilimanjaro Safaris journey magnet
- Kilimanjaro Safaris magnet — $14.99
Kilimanjaro Safaris magnet
- Donald “Official Safari Guide” magnet — $14.99
Donald “Official Safari Guide” magnet
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Safari Squad Magnet — $14.99
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Safari Squad Magnet
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Expert & Discover Magnet 2 Pack — $14.99
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Expert & Discover Magnet 2 Pack
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Magnet — $14.99
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Magnet
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Headphone Cases — $19.99
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Headphone Cases
- Discover Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ornament — $19.99
Discover Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ornament
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Ornament — $19.99
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Ornament
- Mickey and Friends Safari Phone Case — $34.99
Mickey and Friends Safari Phone Case
- Adventure Awaits Safari Phone Case — $34.99
Adventure Awaits Safari Phone Case
May 21st, 2023
Food Updates
Harambe Fruit Market
- Babybell cheese bag (pack of 3) labeled with Disney100 logo – $3.49
Babybell cheese bag
Attraction Updates
Dinoland USA
Mammoth Marathon Midway Game is closed.
Marathon Midway Game
Merchandise Updates
Pumbaa popcorn buckets are back in stock.
Pumbaa Popcorn Buckets
May 18th, 2023
Merchandise Updates
The Dino Institute Shop
- Animal Kingdom Phone Case – $29.99
Animal Kingdom Phone Case
May 17th, 2023
Food Updates
Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures
- Minnie’s Bake Shop Chocolate Flavored Crisped Rice Cereal Treat – $5.49
Minnie’s Bake Shop Chocolate Flavored Crisped Rice Cereal Treat
Merchandise Updates
Discovery Trading Company
- Across the Spider-Verse Pin set – $29.99
Across the Spider-Verse Pin set
- National Geographic Elephant pin – $17.99
National Geographic Elephant pin
- Scrooge McDuck Milk Chocolate Coins – $5.49
Scrooge McDuck Milk Chocolate Coins
- Incredible Hulk First Appearance pin – $19.99
Incredible Hulk First Appearance pin
Here’s a look at the inside part of this hinged pin.
Incredible Hulk First Appearance pin
- Green Goblin pin – $19.99
- 2023 Graduation Day pin – $17.99
2023 Graduation Day pin
- It’s Good to Have Friends Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol.3 pin – $17.99
It’s Good to Have Friends Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol.3 pin
- Infinity Gauntlet pin – $34.99
Infinity Gauntlet pin
- Marvel Mystery Pin Set – $24.99
Marvel Mystery Pin Set
- Thanos pin – $19.99
Thanos Pin
- Loki Pin – $19.99
Loki Pin
- Abomination First Appearance pin – $19.99
Abomination First Appearance pin
That photo shows the inside part of the pin — here’s a look at the front.
Abomination First Appearance pin
- He Who Remains pin – $34.99
He Who Remains Pin
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 pin – $17.99
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 pin
Here’s what the pin looks like when you open it!
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 pin
- Ultron pin – $19.99
Ultron Pin
- Agatha pin – $19.99
Agatha Pin
- It’s Tough to be a Bug 25th Anniversary pin – $19.99
It’s Tough to be a Bug 25th Anniversary pin
- The Disney Afternoon pin – $29.99
The Disney Afternoon pin
- The Little Mermaid Live Action pin – $19.99
The Little Mermaid Live Action pin
- Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary pin – $19.99
Finding Nemo 20th Anniversary pin
Dino Institute Shop
- Disney Animals Phone Case $34.99
Disney Animals Phone Case
Harambe Market
- 30% Off All Black Panther Merchandise
30% Off All Black Panther Merchandise
May 16th, 2023
Construction Updates
Tree of Life Walkway
The Tree of Life walkway has reopened.
Tree of Life Walkway has reopened
That’s all for the construction updates for May 16th!
Merchandise Updates
Riverside Depot
- Avatar Akula Swimming Water Toy – $29.99
Avatar Akula Swimming Water Toy
- Star Wars Darth Vader Magic Band – $44.99
Star Wars Darth Vader Magic Band
Discovery Trading Company
- Moana Watch Band – $36.99
Moana Watch Band
- Moana Pua and Hei Hei Watch Band – $36.99
Moana Pua and Hei Hei Watch Band
Island Mercantile
- Little Mermaid Throw Blanket – $74.99
Little Mermaid Throw Blanket
- Black Hidden Mickey Bottle – $29.99
Black Hidden Mickey Bottle
These are a lot of updates to take in, right? We’ve got a little fun break for you now – check out all the new, fun Disney-themed graphic tees and more in our merch store by clicking here!
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