Disney nostalgia

Explore everything that happened at Walt Disney World on May 1, 1989, including the opening of Disney-MGM Studios, Pleasure Island, The Great Movie Ride, Backstage Studio Tour, and Disney’s bold expansion into Hollywood-style entertainment.

DINOSAUR Roars One Last Time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Mark Plante || Monday, February 2, 2026

The DINOSAUR ride has officially closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Learn when it opened, how it changed over the years, why Disney retired it, what may replace it, and why fans will miss this classic attraction.

For most folks, when you hear “Disney,” you probably picture pure magic, right? Like fairy tales jumping off the page, fireworks lighting up the sky, and hugs from your favorite characters. But guess what? If you’re someone who loves digging into history, Disney parks are way more than just a fun getaway. Underneath all that […]