Welcome to This Week at Disney World – April 24! In this episode of This Week at Disney World with Sam and Greg, we highlight the most exciting updates from Walt Disney World, including Earth Day celebrations, Animal Kingdom’s anniversary, and the latest merchandise finds. Here’s a full breakdown of the biggest stories this week!
Celebrating Earth Day & Animal Kingdom’s Anniversary
Disney’s Animal Kingdom marked another incredible year with Earth Day festivities and conservation-focused experiences. Guests enjoyed special encounters with tigers, octopuses, and other wildlife, highlighting Disney’s commitment to nature and sustainability. The park’s anniversary also brought unique character sightings and limited-time activities for visitors to enjoy.
Zootopia Characters & Smellephants Arrive
This week, Zootopia’s Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps made surprise appearances at Animal Kingdom, exciting fans of the beloved film. Over in Magic Kingdom, Smellephants on Parade officially debuted, bringing an interactive scent-based experience to Storybook Circus. Guests can follow their noses to discover playful scents inspired by classic Disney stories.
Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic & Exclusive Merch
Disney Vacation Club members were treated to an exclusive Moonlight Magic event, featuring shorter wait times, special entertainment, and rare character meet-and-greets. Meanwhile, Greg hit the parks to showcase the latest Disney merchandise, including limited-edition Earth Day apparel, new plush toys, and collectibles celebrating Animal Kingdom’s anniversary.
Join Us Next Week!
That’s a wrap for this week’s highlights! Be sure to tune in next Wednesday at 9 PM Eastern for the latest Disney news, park updates, and exclusive merchandise finds.
