Photos: Donald and Daisy Duck Relocate Meet-and-Greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom After DinoLand U.S.A. Closure

Donald and Daisy's former spot has gone the way of the dinosaur...

Guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom may notice a familiar, feathered pair has found a brand-new place to strike a pose. With recent changes reshaping the park’s landscape, Donald and Daisy Duck have officially packed up their Dino-themed digs and waddled over to a fresh meet-and-greet location.

What’s Happening:

  • Following the closure of the remaining areas of DinoLand U.S.A. on February 1, Donald and Daisy Duck have relocated their character meet-and-greet to a new spot along the pathway to the right as guests enter Disney’s Animal Kingdom. 

  • The change comes as part of the ongoing evolution of the park, offering visitors a new chance to see the beloved duo without venturing into the now-closed land.
  • For years, Donald and Daisy greeted guests in DinoLand during Donald’s Dino-Bash!, a playful celebration that leaned into Donald’s prehistoric “expertise.” 
  • With DinoLand officially in the rearview mirror, the characters have seamlessly transitioned to a more central, accessible location.

  • Donald and Daisy have ditched the colorful dino-themed costumes for outfits perfect for a safari.
  • The new meet-and-greet setting provides a different atmosphere for photos. Positioned near the park entrance, the updated location allows guests to kick off their Animal Kingdom day with a visit from Donald and Daisy, or end it on a high note before heading out.
  • Character locations frequently shift as Disney’s Animal Kingdom continues its transformation, especially with DinoLand now closed. Guests planning a visit should keep an eye on the My Disney Experience app for the most up-to-date character appearance times and locations.

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