DINOSAUR at Disney's Animal Kingdom Experiences a Delayed Opening
Just a few days before its permanent closure, DINOSAUR at Disney's Animal Kingdom had a delayed opening. Though it usually opens during early entry, which began at 7:30 a.m., the ride did not open until 9:10 a.m. This unexpected delay sparked curiosity among visitors, leaving them wondering about the reasons behind it.
DINOSAUR Temporarily Down
Instead of showing a wait time for DINOSAUR, the My Disney Experience app stated it is "Temporarily Closed." It opened with a 15-minute wait at approximately 9:10 a.m., surprising visitors who had planned their day around the usual opening times. This sudden change in schedule might have been due to maintenance or preparation for the upcoming transformation into an Indiana Jones attraction.
On Thursday, we did notice that DINOSAUR was only using one of its two load stations for a time. But this didn't last all day. This could have been a temporary measure to manage the crowds or prepare for the ride's closure.
DINOSAUR has also had longer wait times than usual, as reported by WDW News Today (https://wdwnt.com/2026/01/dinosaur-currently-longest-wait-disneys-animal-kingdom-days-ahead-of-closing/). There are only a few days left to experience the thrill ride. Sunday, February 1 will be its last day of operation before it permanently closes to be transformed into an Indiana Jones attraction.
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