In case you missed it, DinoLand USA at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is under construction to become a newly reimagined Tropical Americas land! This change will bring three brand-new rides, along with a new quick-service restaurant that will be the largest on Disney property.

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Disney has been hard at work building the new land. But it’s not all done, because Disney just filed a permit for the new Indiana Jones ride!

Last August, Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit to install set elements at DINOSAUR. This new Notice of Commencement permit is an updated version that renews the installation through April 2027. This work will likely include large scenic details, show sets, and other themed elements to transform the ride building into the Mayan temple we’ll explore with Indy.

The new Tropical Americas land coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom lets guests explore a preserved Maya temple – and the ensuing adventure – alongside Indiana Jones. ©Disney

The contractor listed is Mecca Productions, Inc., which specializes in set design and fabrication for theme parks and other venues. They’re a frequent collaborator with Disney, currently working on Pueblo Esperanza’s Encanto ride, and more recently, the Haunted Mansion refurbishment, the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad upgrade, and the rethemed Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Since all of the Pueblo Esperanza permits now expire by April of 2027 at the latest, there is a chance that the land could be completed by spring 2027. This means that a summer opening could be in the cards for Pueblo Esperanza! We won’t know for sure until Disney tells us, but this could be a pretty exciting hint! Sure, they can always file new permits again to extend the deadline, but we are manifesting a summer 2027 opening.

Pueblo Esperanza Entrance

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We’ll be sure to keep you updated on the new Tropical Americas land, which will open in 2027 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news!

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