Disney World News for Families to Start 2024
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International Festival of the Arts:
Art comes to life Jan. 12-Feb. 19, 2024 as EPCOT International Festival of the Arts transforms the park into a canvas of imagination at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can enjoy the magic of creativity with vibrant food, music from the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series, visual art and interactive experiences
Animal Kingdom Welcomes New Baby Elephant:
For the first time in seven years, an African elephant calf has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort. The delivery of the baby girl, named Corra, on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2023, was carefully planned through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, which helps ensure the responsible breeding of endangered animals in managed care. Corra is currently backstage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom bonding with her mother, Nadirah.
While Corra is Nadirah’s first calf, this birth is extra special because Nadirah herself was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2005, making Corra the first second-generation calf to be born in the park. Since this was Nadirah’s first birth, her sister Luna was there to guide and comfort her throughout the process. The calf will soon get to meet her grandmother, Donna, and her other aunt, Stella. It is common for adult females in the herd to assist in raising young elephants until they are considered to be independent, typically around 8 years old.
Nadirah became pregnant through natural breeding in early 2022, receiving special care from Disney’s animal care team for the entirety of her nearly 22-month pregnancy. Under the expert care of animal keepers, veterinarians and scientists, mother and baby will undergo continued post-natal exams and spend several days bonding before they are ready to join the rest of the herd. During this bonding period, the elephant team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is watching for the pair to share key moments like successful nursing, as well as significant milestones, such as weight gain.
Flower and Garden Festival Comes to Epcot in 2024:
Attend a springtime event abloom with brilliant gardens, fresh flavors, lively entertainment and more—February 28 to May 27, 2024! Enjoy topiary displays, exhibits, and gardens. Savor fresh flavors with Outdoor Kitchens and Garden Graze. You can shop for new merchandise, play and explore, including a whisical butterfly garden or set out on a lively scavenger hunt. And, don’t forget about the Garden Rocks Concert Series! Click here for the details.
Cost:
Florida residents can purchase a special 2-Day Disney Thrills Ticket for just $199 plus tax. Or, choose a 3-day ticket for just $219 plus tax.The Disney Thrills Ticket is valid for use from January 11 to March 15, 2024 with an advance park reservation. Reservations are limited and subject to availability of reservations allocated to this ticket as determined by Disney, and park capacity. View important details below. View reservation availability.
With this specially priced ticket, you can experience a world of magic and thrills in the theme parks. And you can join us for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, a celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts—taking place from January 12 to February 19, 2024.
Looking for flexibility? Tickets can be used on consecutive or nonconsecutive days—so you can spread out the fun!
Florida Resident Disney Thrills Tickets are valid for admission to one theme park per day.
You can also choose a Disney Thrills Ticket that includes these great options:
- Park Hopper Option $40 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.Visit more than one theme park on the same day. You must make a theme park reservation for each date of your visit.
- Water Park and Sports Option $35 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.Visit one theme park per day. Plus, get a certain number of visits to a water park, golf course or miniature golf course based on the length of your ticket. For example, if you purchase a 3-Day Florida Resident Disney Thrills Ticket with the Water Park and Sports Option, you can visit a Walt Disney World theme park on 3 days with an advance theme park reservation—and visit a Disney water park on 3 additional days by March 15, 2024.
- Park Hopper Plus Option $55 More Per Ticket, Plus Tax.Visit more than one theme park on the same day. Plus, get a certain number of visits to a water park, golf course or miniature golf course based on the length of your ticket. This option is a combination of the Park Hopper Option and the Water Park and Sports Option.You must make a theme park reservation for each date of your visit.
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