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Special Party for the Planet Earth Day events announced for Disney World

This year’s Earth Day Celebration, Party for the Planet at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World will feature interactive activities, exclusive character greetings, an art signing and talk with Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde, special entertainment and commemorative merchandise.

The three-day event will take place April 20-22 and include the following:

  • In celebration of the April 17 debut of the Disneynature film “Penguins,” an 11-foot-tall plastic sculpture made from recycled marine debris will be on display in the Oasis, at the entrance of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. Another version of this can be seen at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.
  • Animal care experts, animal educators and conservation experts will be available to show first-hand how Disney cares for animals and works to save endangered species worldwide. Watch animal feedings and training experiences, specially planned for Party for the Planet.
  • Tiffins Talks, a special dining experience will be held April 20-22 from 1-3 p.m., featuring the creative force behind the concept, design and buildout of Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney Imagineer and Portfolio Executive Joe Rohde. Join Rohde for a unique conversation as he regales you with stories from his travels through a delectable 4-course lunch featuring global dishes, desserts and specialty beverages. Space is limited. Pricing for this dining package is $199 plus tax and gratuity and requires separate park admission. Reservations can be made beginning today by calling 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463)
  • Meet Rohde at Mombasa Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. April 20 and 22, where he will be on hand to sign his own artwork, a commemorative lion print that will be on sale throughout the event while supplies last. A wristband is required to meet Rohde. For further details visit the Party for the Planet webpage.
Special Joe Rodhe print
Special Joe Rohde print.
  • On Earth Day, April 22, there will be a full assortment of “The Lion King” merchandise available at Mombasa Marketplace.  You can feel the love and take home so many fun souvenirs like this adorable Simba mug, Hakuna Matata Spirit Jersey, this “roaringly” cute Simba youth baseball hat or one of the many new items recently added to this collection.

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