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PHOTOS: Christmas Has ARRIVED in Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

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We hope you’re feeling in the Christmas spirit this week!

Animal Kingdom Christmas

Disney World is certainly diving right into the holiday season. We’ve already seen decorations arrive in Magic Kingdom AND Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Before today, there were only a few baubles in Disney’s Animal Kingdom — but that’s ALL CHANGED.

When we arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this morning, we were greeted by the sight of the BEAUTIFUL Animal Kingdom Christmas tree outside of the gates! Wooooohooo!

Animal Kingdom Christmas

This towering tree is a staple of Christmas decorations in the park, so spotting it got us excited to see what other decorations might be around.

Animal Kingdom Christmas

When you see the tree in person, we recommend taking a close look at the very cool Animal Kingdom-themed decorations in the branches.

Animal Kingdom Christmas

We also love the presents and snowglobes laid out around the base!

Once you head inside the park, you’ll spot that Discovery Island has some amazing decorations up as well!

Animal Kingdom Christmas

The storefronts are lined with garland…

Animal Kingdom Christmas

…and the artistic holiday Animal lanterns are back.

Animal Kingdom Christmas

Look how beautiful this massive wreath is!

We spotted a few decorations in Dinoland U.S.A. One of the dinosaur skeletons has gotten a bit of a Santa makeover…

Animal Kingdom Christmas

…a snowman is ready for Donald’s Dino Bash…

Animal Kingdom Christmas

…and there’s even dino garland!

Animal Kingdom Christmas

Finally, over in Pandora, it looks like the galactic travelers have added some holiday cheer to Pongu Pongu.

Animal Kingdom Christmas

We love the ornaments themed around Pandora’s creatures!

Animal Kingdom Christmas

Can you spot the Na’vi nutcracker?

Animal Kingdom Christmas

We love seeing Christmas decorations across Disney World so it’s been an exciting morning! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest pics and updates from Disney World!

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