Disney's Animal Kingdom is set to undergo a major transformation, with the closure of Conservation Station and the Wildlife Express Train on February 23, 2026. This marks the beginning of a new era for the park, as it prepares to welcome the Bluey and Bingo character experience. The closure will allow Disney to complete construction work ahead of the summer 2026 opening for the new Bluey offering.
The Wildlife Express Train, which transports guests from Africa to Rafiki's Planet Watch, will be temporarily shut down along with Conservation Station itself. This means the entire Rafiki's Planet Watch area will be inaccessible during the construction period. Conservation Station currently houses animal exhibits, educational displays, and a petting zoo area, and you can expect significant changes to the space when it reopens with the Bluey experience.
The new experience will feature Bluey and Bingo leading interactive games inspired by the series. Host actors will guide guests through activities with animal-themed twists, including butterfly Keepy Uppy. Disney describes the offering as an 'excursion' where families can play, dance, and take photos with the characters. The experience will include an outdoor component featuring animals native to Australia.
The casting call revealed performers will be part of the 'P.A.C.K. team' (Playful Animal Crew for Kids), hosting large groups and working closely with children during the activities. This Animal Kingdom addition joins other Bluey experiences launching across Disney properties in 2026. Disneyland Park will debut 'Bluey's Best Day Ever!' at Fantasyland Theatre on March 22, and Bluey and Bingo will appear on select Disney Cruise Line sailings with meet-and-greets and dance parties.
If you're planning to visit Conservation Station before the transformation, you have until February 22, 2026 to experience the current version of the attraction. Discuss your thoughts and feelings about this exciting change on the forums and get Walt Disney World News Delivered to Your Inbox.
