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3. Disney's Animal Kingdom extends summer operating hours and adds daily "Extra" Extra Magic Hours this fall

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Disney's Animal Kingdom recently adjusted its summer operating hours, with some days seeing an earlier start and others a later evening. Here is the full list of changes:

  • June 2-3, 7-11, 21-25: Park now opens at 8 a.m.
  • June 3, 7-10, 12-16, 19-27, 30; July 3-6: Park now closes at 10 p.m.
  • June 2: Park now closes at 11 p.m.
In addition to the longer hours, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will also begin offering Extra, Extra Magic Hours that will happen daily from August 29th (which just so happens to be the opening day for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios) through November 2, from 7-8 a.m., featuring Pandora – The World of Avatar and other attractions throughout the park (same as morning Extra Magic Hours offerings).

4. Rivers of Light gets a character infusion 

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Rivers of Light: We Are One, the plussed up version of Rivers of Light is now being performed nightly at Disney's Animal Kingdom. This new(ish) show introduces additional, stunning imagery and familiar animal characters from Disneynature films, along with a colorful tapestry of classic moments from Disney animated films like the Lion King, Tarzan and Moana to help guests feel their connection with animals and the emotions and milestones that everyone shares in the journey through the great circle of life.
 
Though this isn't technically a "new" show, Disney is likely hoping that guests stop by to see this "enhanced" version of Rivers of Light, which is being performed nightly through the summer, and likely through the fall as well. 
 
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