The holiday season is just around the corner at Walt Disney World, officially starting this year on November 11, 2023 and running through the end of the year. Guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom will find returning entertainment and decor at the theme park, and crews have already begun installation of the animal-shaped luminaries that sit atop the rooftops of the Discovery Island shops.
Recently, we visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom to take a look at the installation! There are dozens of rooftop luminaries and even some lifesize animals scattered throughout the plaza in front of the Tree of Life. Here’s a look at the current installation!
Animal Kingdom 2023 Holiday Season
Starting November 11th, guests can enjoy the holiday season at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a variety of entertainment offerings and decor! Highlights include:
- Merry Menagerie – See Discovery Island come to life with artisan-sculpted puppets of arctic animals—like penguins, reindeer, foxes and polar bears.
- Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition – Watch in awe as the park’s magnificent icon shimmers and sparkles each evening, accompanied by a heartwarming musical score. Experience begins at dusk and is subject to change.
- Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurer’s Outpost – Pose for a photo with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse all decked out in their holiday attire.
- Seasonal Décor – Discover festive trimmings and touches around the park.
In addition, there will be festive flotillas cruising the Discovery River. Disney World even says that guests will be able to meet Sants Clause this year.
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