Animal Kingdom is introducing a new, family-friendly progressive dinner this July. The special dinner, Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night, is inspired by African cultures and will celebrate The Lion King as well as honor some of the most majestic and endangered African animals.

The progressive dinner starts with a welcome reception at the Wildlife Express Train Station that includes a journey to the train station at Rafiki’s Planet Watch.

The reception includes light hors d’oeuvres, snacks, and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) accompanied by acoustic music. When you arrive at Rafiki’s Planet Watch there will be more light bites and drinks. Timon and Rafiki will also be available for character meet and greets and photos at Rafiki’s Planet Watch.

The dinner continues at Harambe Market with a variety of sweet and savory dishes paired with unique beverages. There will also be a celebration of The Lion King and the Big Five game animals: the African elephant, the rhinoceros, the Cape buffalo, the leopard, and our host animal the lion here.

Throughout the evening you will have the opportunity to learn more about the importance of the Big Five and the challenges they face around the world as well as how Disney is working to protect them.

Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night begins on July 24, 2019, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Pricing is $125 plus tax for adults and $99 plus tax for children ages 3-9 and separate park admission is required. Reservations can be made starting April 3 by calling 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463) or by visiting the Walt Disney World Resort Dining Page. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can receive early access to reservations starting on April 2 by calling 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463).

Disney’s Animal Kingdom hosted evening events several years ago, with its Harambe Nights program. Click here to read more about those special events.

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