Harambe Nights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Features ‘The Lion King Concert in the Wild’ and Dining Experience
There's a new nighttime experience coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom to celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Lion King.
Called 'Harambe Nights,' the first-ever ticketed special event at the park includes includes a Welcome Reception, a performance of 'The Lion King Concert in the Wild' with celebrity narrators, and the Harambe Nights Street Party.
The Welcome Reception will take place in the Harambe Village at Disney's Animal Kingdom and included appetizers and African-inspired beer and wine.
Lion King Concert in the Wild artist concept
Guests will then be seated inside the newly built Harambe Theater for a 55-minute long performance of 'The Lion King Concert in the Wild' that features celebrity narrators, a live orchestra, choir, and special effects. The show tells the story of Simba's coming of age.
Harambe Nights takes place every Saturday night from June 7 through August 9.
The celebrity narrators are as follows:
* June 7: Viola Davis, The Help
* June 14: TBD
* June 21: Montego Glover, The Following
* June 28: David Alan Grier, In Living Color
* July 5: Michael Beach, Sons of Anarchy
* July 12: Harry Lennix, The Blacklist
* July 19: Joe Morton, Scandal
* July 26: Alfre Woodard, Miss Evers Boys
* August 2: Patina Miller, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1
* August 9: Brian Stokes Mitchell: Glee
After the performance of 'The Lion King Concert in the Wild,' the celebration continues with the Harambe Nights Street Party. The street party includes an all-inclusive buffet featuring African cuisine and gourmet desserts.
Harambe Nights artists concept
The street party will also feature music, characters, live performances, and a DJ. Exclusive Lion King merchandise and collectibles will be available for purchase during the event.
Harambe Nights takes place every Saturday from June 7 through August 9. The Welcome Reception starts at 7 p.m. and the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $119 for adults, $79 for ages 3-9, plus tax. Tickets with premium floor seating are $134 for adults, $94 for ages 3-9, plus tax. Capacity is limited. You can get your tickets by visiting Disneyworld.com/HarambeNights or calling 407-939-1319.
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Kristen K. wrote on Thu, 05/08/2014 - 12:34:
I think that this sounds cool, I would happily add it on to my vacation plans.
nancy vanwyk wrote on Thu, 05/08/2014 - 20:25:
I am going in the beginning of September. Maybe they will extend this. I am keeping my fingers crossed.
JayA wrote on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 16:18:
I really hope Disney finds ways to keep Animal Kingdom open late. AK has so much more than daytime animals. The restaurants are under experienced, the scenery is spectacular in the evening lights and the best ride experience I've ever enjoyed was Expedition Everest in the dark.
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