Dinosaur Official Closing Date!!!
Disney announced today that Animal Kingdom’s Dinosaur and DinoLand U.S.A. will permanently close on February 2nd, 2026. In addition, several other changes will be made to accommodate the DinoLand closure. These early 2026 closures will make way for the opening of Tropical Americas in 2027.
What does this mean? Well, this means the final day to experience DINOSAUR, The Dino Institute Shop, Restaurantosaurus, and Restaurantosaurus Lounge will be February 1 to enjoy this iconic park of DinoLand for the last time!!!
Disney states:
“The last day to experience DINOSAUR is February 1. The attraction will close permanently on February 2 to make way for Tropical Americas.”
What is replacing DinoLand U.S.A?
The dino-themed jeep ride will be replaced by an exciting Indiana Jones attraction, and subsequently Dinosaur and Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland share the same ride vehicles and track. We are excited to see more information come out as we see the deconstruction of the once vibrant land in Animal Kingdom.
Along with that, The Boneyard play area in DinoLand U.S.A. permanently closed on September 1, and while we’re sad to see it go, we’re excited for the opening “Tropical Americas” (name may change) which opens in 2027.
What’s already closed in DinoLand?
To assist in construction, TriceraTop Spin, the Fossil Fun Games, Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures and The Boneyard are already closed.
A Race Against Time
A paleontologist recruits you for a secret mission to bring a 3.5-ton Iguanodon back to the present. There’s just one problem—the giant meteor that wiped out life on Earth is on the way!
Board a rugged Time Rover vehicle and set off on a thrilling adventure through a primeval forest filled with life-like dinosaurs. Careen through unpredictable hairpin turns. Dart around a fearsome Velociraptor hunting for prey. Avoid the clutches of a Cearadactylus soaring overhead!
As the clock counts down, fiery meteors crash down around you. Will you make your escape before the dinosaurs—and you—become extinct?
Is It Too Scary?
DINOSAUR includes loud sounds in the dark and menacing dinosaurs that may scare some children.