Encanto Ride at Animal Kingdom Reaches Key Milestones as Steel Rises and Cast Recording Nears Finish
Fresh dialogue recorded with the original film cast underscores Disney’s push for story fidelity in the new attraction.
Overview
- Multi‑story steel framing is now visible less than two weeks after the Encanto show building went vertical at the former Dino‑Rama site.
- Co‑director Jared Bush says they are “almost done” recording with the original cast, confirming bespoke audio created specifically for the ride.
- The attraction will anchor the Tropical Americas retheme replacing DinoLand U.S.A., with the experience centered on the Pueblo Esperanza village.
- Disney is targeting a 2027 opening, and DINOSAUR and Restaurantosaurus are scheduled to close in February 2026 as DINOSAUR is reimagined as an Indiana Jones ride.
- Guests will enter a Casita‑inspired façade on the day Antonio receives his gift, with new scenes beyond the film and vehicles styled like Casita’s living furniture.