Overview
- Disney previewed an on‑site‑only merchandise collection arriving November 7 at Discovery Trading Company, including a glow‑in‑the‑dark Loungefly, a Gazelle pink T‑shirt, a Flash crewneck with matching water bottle and youth hat, and multiple pins with a Gazelle Passholder exclusive.
- Construction photos show a new marquee installed and expanded walls at the former It’s Tough to Be a Bug entrance, confirming the Tree of Life Theater as the venue for the 4D show.
- Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will greet guests at the new Zoogether Day Gathering Spot near the Tree of Life, with outlets reporting updated outfits inspired by Zootopia 2.
- Press updates note Cast Member and Annual Passholder preview windows ahead of the public opening, as Disney sequences access before full launch.
- Industry coverage warns of potential crowding during the opening period due to DinoLand U.S.A. closures, Kali River Rapids being down through December, and early evening park hours returning after day one.