Photos: A Last Look Around Rafiki's Planet Watch Ahead of "Bluey" Additions

Take one last look around Rafiki’s Planet Watch ahead of its Bluey-themed makeover coming this summer. 

What’s Happening:

• One of the most popular children’s television shows ever is coming to Walt Disney World. 
• This summer, Bluey will take over Rafiki’s Planet Watch with a brand new interactive experience with Bluey and Bingo, inviting families to immerse themselves into the series with games and encounter animals native to the Heeler sister’s home country of Australia.
• Starting on Monday, February 23rd, Rafiki’s Planet Watch, Conservation Station, and the Wildlife Express Train will close for an extended refurbishment as the area prepares for their new Aussie residents. 
• Currently, it is unknown how much will change for the upcoming additions, nor do we have an official opening date other than a broad Summer 2026.
• We do know that The Animation Experience is expected to close as Disney’s Hollywood Studios prepares to open the Magic of Disney Animation attraction.
• Let’s take one last look at the area ahead of its makeover. 

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