WALT DISNEY WORLD - It's official: A beloved attraction at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom is headed for extinction.

Disney has confirmed via its website that the last day to experience Dinosaur at Disney's Animal Kingdom will be Feb. 1, 2026. The ride will permanently close on Feb. 2, 2026, marking the end of DinoLand U.S.A., an area that has been part of the park for decades.

Dinosaur was themed after the 2000 animated action movie. Though the ride focused on a paleontologist who recruits riders to travel back in time on a secret mission to bring back a 3.5-ton Iguandon - all before the infamous meteor strikes.

What's next for DinoLand U.S.A.?

The 11-acre area will be transformed into Pueblo Esperanza, a new land inspired by the Tropical Americas. Disney's Josh D'Amaro announc

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