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The first-ever “Encanto”-themed ride-through attraction is coming to Animal Kingdom

The news was revealed at the Disney Experiences Showcase on Saturday, August 10 at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, CA.

The first-ever “Encanto”-themed ride-through attraction is coming to Animal Kingdom

A new adventure awaits at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park with the addition of a new space themed around Tropical Americas. Welcome to Pueblo Esperanza.


As Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro explained during Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, work on this new 11-acre section of the park is set to begin later this year. Just like Harambe, the land feels lived in, with a long, rich history — plus there’s a large hacienda which will be one of the largest quick-service restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort.



If you’re a fan of drawers, floors, and doors, let’s go! The first-ever “Encanto”-themed ride-through attraction is coming to Animal Kingdom, featuring the beloved Madrigal family from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film.


Inside the Casita, Antonio has just received his special gift — the ability to communicate with animals — and his room has transformed into a rainforest. It’s time to go explore alongside him, and you never know what member of the family you might bump into…



The new land will also feature Indiana Jones and a new carousel ride.


Already announced was the huge news that a new nighttime parade is coming to Magic Kingdom!



The big news from Walt Disney World was revealed to a sold out audience of 12,000 Disney fans at the Disney Experiences Showcase on Saturday, August 10 at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, CA.


The Disney Experience Showcase, presented by Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro, revealed announcements and updates on new and highly anticipated projects from Disney Parks and Experiences around the world.


Josh D’Amaro kicked off the event by making it clear that all projects being announced are in active development. “This isn’t blue sky,” D’Amaro said, “we’re gonna do all of this.” He said plans have been drawn up and dirt has been moved on some of the projects.



D23: The Ultimate Fan Event is a Disney fan event taking place from August 9 - 11 in Anaheim, CA. The event features all the worlds of Disney, including Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and more, providing a weekend of presentations, panels, experiences, performances, shopping, and more!


D23: The Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, CA

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