Discovery Island Carnivale | Disney World

Last Updated on: March 26th, 2024

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Discovery Island Carnivale attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

About Discovery Island Carnivale

Discovery Island Carnivale (Disney World Parade)Join a cavalcade of dancers, stilt walkers and musicians for a nighttime dance party in the streets of Discovery Island!

Nature on Display

Revel in the beauty and harmony of all living things during a jubilant jamboree inspired by Carnival celebrations around the world.

In late afternoon when the sun is beginning its descent at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, listen for the distinctive drumming of Latin and world-beat rhythms as they fill the air around Discovery Island—that’s when the Discovery Island Carnivale, an exuberant dance party to end the day and welcome the night, begins.

The Viva Gaia Street Band! and a spirited group of Islanders welcome you to a larger-then-life gala celebrating the wonder and beauty of nature and who we are together—the “Nature Family.” Bursting with cheerful music and spectacular costumes that take inspiration from the living creatures of the air, land and sea, this seemingly spontaneous, free-spirited jubilee winds its way from one end of Discovery Island to the other, eventually arriving at the Discovery Island stage where the exhilarating festivities get into full swing.

Over the course of several hours, the unflinching beauty of nature is on dazzling display. Clap your hands, dance, laugh and experience unbridled joy into the evening—the pulsating bass, lively beats and playfully outlandish outfits inspiring all around to join in the high-energy excitement. Watch as one of the Island virtuoso musicians takes to the stage to play the Paraguayan harp, as if calling upon the animal spirits within the Tree of Life.

In the moonlight, everyone appears to glow. It’s a celebration of the night, and a celebration of nature—and it’s surely one you’ll never forget.

Fun Facts

  • Discovery Island Carnivale is a seasonal celebration that takes place in the heart of Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
  • The event typically features vibrant and colorful street entertainment, live music, dancing, and performances that immerse guests in a festive atmosphere.
  • Guests can join in the fun by participating in dance parties, interacting with performers, and enjoying the lively energy of the celebration.
  • Discovery Island Carnivale often celebrates the diverse cultures and wildlife found on Discovery Island, creating a fusion of music and entertainment inspired by different regions of the world.
  • The event provides a unique and dynamic experience, adding an extra layer of excitement to a visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

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