Walt Disney Imagineering continues to make progress on the Tropical Americas project at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with the filing of four new Notices of Commencement this week.

Each of the newly filed permits lists Whiting-Turner Contracting Company as the contractor, a frequent partner on major Disney construction projects, and includes the general description of “General Construction.” All permits carry a one-year expiration, consistent with previous filings for the Tropical Americas site.

Permit Locations Include Last Remaining DinoLand U.S.A. Sites

The four permits are for the continued transition of DinoLand U.S.A. into the upcoming 11-acre Tropical Americas land and cover the following locations:

• The Boneyard – The longtime kids’ play area is scheduled to permanently close after September 1, 2025, and now has an active permit on file. Disney has confirmed that a new kids’ play space will be included in Tropical Americas when it opens in 2027.
• The Wilderness Explorer Kiosk near Dino-Bite Snacks – This location continues to operate for now, but its inclusion in the construction filings indicates eventual removal or relocation.
• Trilo-Bites Snack Kiosk – Located just outside the original DinoLand U.S.A. entrance, this snack location is still open but now part of the broader construction zone as the footprint of Tropical Americas expands.
• Former Site of TriceraTop Spin – This area has been fully cleared following the demolition of the ride and surrounding queue. With a permit now filed, this section is expected to transition to active development soon.

Continued Progress Toward a 2027 Opening

The new Tropical Americas land, officially announced at D23, will include two major attractions: a ride-through adventure based on Encanto and a brand-new Indiana Jones attraction set in a mysterious Maya temple. The land will also feature a large quick-service restaurant and a uniquely themed carousel.