Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is undergoing a massive transformation, and the changes are hitting closer to guests than ever before. One of the park’s most iconic areas, DinoLand U.S.A., has been almost completely leveled, signaling the end of an era for this roadside carnival-themed land that’s been a fixture since the park’s opening in 1998.
The demolition comes as Walt Disney Imagineering pushes forward with plans to replace DinoLand U.S.A. with an all-new Tropical Americas-themed section. This new land promises two attractions inspired by Disney’s Encanto (2021) and an Indiana Jones–themed reimagining of the existing DINOSAUR attraction. Though the complete closure of DinoLand U.S.A. isn’t expected until early 2026, crews have already begun ripping down much of the area, with some demolition happening just feet from guests enjoying other parts of the Disney park.
Since January 2025, several attractions within DinoLand U.S.A. have closed, including Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, the Fossil Fun Games, and TriceraTop Spin. The large Cementosaurus statue, once towering over the land’s entrance, is among the many landmarks now gone. Thanks to a recent aerial image shared by @bioreconstruct on X (formerly Twitter), it’s clear that the site has been completely bulldozed, with construction walls and rolling planters hiding the ongoing work from Disney Park guests.
Aerial overview of the Encanto attraction site in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Part of the transformation to a Tropical Americas section in the park.
Aerial overview of the Encanto attraction site in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Part of the transformation to a Tropical Americas section in the park. pic.twitter.com/naJCRDEcMs— bioreconstruct (@bioreconstruct) May 9, 2025
While much of DinoLand U.S.A. has been dismantled, other parts, such as The Boneyard, the DINOSAUR ride, and several Quick Service dining spots, remain operational for now and will welcome guests through the end of 2025. Walt Disney World Resort has not yet announced an exact date for the land’s full closure.
The upcoming Pueblo Esperanza land is expected to open sometime in 2027, though an exact date hasn’t been announced.
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