Pandora After Dark Returns to Disney's Animal Kingdom as Daylight Saving Time Ends and Park Hours Extend

Oct 30, 2025 in "Pandora - The World of Avatar"

Pandora - The World of Avatar After Dark
Posted: Thursday October 30, 2025 11:00am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

With Daylight Saving Time ending this weekend, Disney's Animal Kingdom is getting more nighttime hours, and that means Pandora - The World of AVATAR will once again shine after dark.

Starting November 1, sunset shifts to around 5:30 pm, and Animal Kingdom's updated operating schedule includes several 8:00 pm. closings - up from the typical 6:00 pm. View full park hours.

Upcoming Park Hours

  • Nov 1-3: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm (Early Entry 7:30 a.m.)
  • Nov 4: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Nov 5: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm (Extended Evening Hours 8:00-10:00 pm)
  • Nov 6-7: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

These extended hours line up perfectly with the earlier sunset, giving guests about two hours of true nighttime in Pandora. The glowing pathways, bioluminescent plants, and otherworldly atmosphere are designed to be experienced after dark - something not often possible during shorter hours and later sunset.

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