Merry Menagerie Returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2021 Holiday Season
Hi everyone!
The Merry Menagerie of animal puppets that debuted in 2019 will be back at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park for the 2021 holiday season. The performers are very talented, and also returning will be serenading musicians. Read below for more information from the Disney Parks Blog about the Merry Menagerie and other holiday offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this year!
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Encounter The Merry Menagerie at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
During the holiday season and beyond, nature holds the truest magic at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. As a part of this year’s yuletide entertainment, Discovery Island will spring to life with a Merry Menagerie of winter animals, realized in the form of life-size, artisan-sculpted puppets. Reindeer, foxes, polar bears, penguins and more interact with guests, accompanied by serenading musicians as they create a whimsical display and playful atmosphere for guests of all ages to enjoy.
As guests explore the park, they may spot Goofy, Chip ‘n’ Dale and other Disney character friends bringing their own style of festive flair to the Discovery River, as they jingle through the jungle to the rhythm of the holidays.
And on nights when the park is open after dark, the Tree of Life awakens as a series of wintry tales emerge from within, complemented by a familiar and heartwarming holiday-inspired musical score. Between awakening moments, the Tree of Life joins the Beacons of Magic in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, as magical fireflies gather to produce a warm and glorious light, calling forth the EARidescent magic of nature.