It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since Zootopia, inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ hit film, opened at Shanghai Disney Resort! In just 12 months, this incredible land has brought fans closer to the heart of Zootopia with real-life Pawpsicles, thrilling adventures on Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, and singing “Zootopia, We Love You” alongside its residents.
The first anniversary is a moment to reflect on all the joy and excitement this immersive land has delivered. Here’s a look back at the milestones that made Zootopia a fan-favorite destination:
Since its debut, Zootopia: Hot Pursuit has wowed guests with the resort’s most advanced Audio-Animatronics and Mainland China’s first-ever trackless ride system. In just one year, cruisers on this popular attraction have logged an astonishing 220,000 miles—enough to circle the earth’s equator nearly eight times!
Every inch of Zootopia is packed with immersive details that bring the city to life. From the barber shop offering sheep trimmings to the bustling Lemmings Brothers Bank hyper-tubes, the land captures Zootopia’s quirky charm. Over the past year, the giraffe on the treadmill has run more than 26,000 miles, and the hyper-tubes have transported a staggering 2.1 million passengers.
The Zootopia-themed merchandise has been a huge hit, with nearly 260 items introduced over the past year. Among the most popular were the Judy Bucket Hat, Judy & Nick Walkie Talkies, and Nick Fluffy Hat. Seasonal celebrations like the Disney Zootopia Yoga Show in spring, Howl-o-Ween in fall, and the Winter Snow-Ball Festival confirmed that Zootopia is a must-visit destination year-round.
Zootopia’s groundbreaking design and entertainment offerings have earned it multiple awards, including the 2025 Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land and the 2024 China Theme Park Excellent Attraction award for Zootopia: Hot Pursuit. These accolades highlight Disney’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of theme park innovation.
- 2025 Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)
- 2024 National Excellent Cases of Cultural and Tourism Equipment Technology Enhancement announced by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- 2024 China Theme Park Excellent Attraction Award from the Institute for Theme Park Studies in China for Zootopia: Hot Pursuit
- Won Gold at the Collision Awards for Zootopia: Hot Pursuit
As Shanghai Disney Resort continues to expand, there’s even more to look forward to, including a Spider-Man-themed attraction and a third Disney-themed hotel. With Zootopia leading the way, the resort is set to deliver even more unforgettable experiences.
Here’s to an incredible first year for Zootopia and many more milestones to come!
