Disney Files Construction Permit for Bluey Takeover at Animal Kingdom Conservation Station

Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a Notice of Commencement permit for general construction at Conservation Station in Disney's Animal Kingdom, pointing to the start of work to transform the space for the Bluey and Bingo character experience opening summer 2026.

Bluey and Bingo Set for New Experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom

The permit lists B Morrow Productions as the contractor, which marks a departure from typical Disney projects, as B Morrow is not a frequent contractor for the company.

B Morrow Productions describes itself as "one of the industry's most trusted studios for immersive guest experiences." The company handles projects from concept through installation, including creative concepts, master planning, fabrication, and installation work.

Expected Changes to Conservation Station

You can expect significant modifications to Conservation Station as it adapts to host Bluey and Bingo. 

The casting call posted recently revealed the experience will include both indoor game areas and an outdoor component featuring animals native to Australia. The renovation will likely include the removal of the petting zoo area to make room for the new experience

Disney has described the offering as an "excursion" where guests will play games from Bluey episodes with animal-themed twists, including butterfly Keepy Uppy. Host actors will lead these activities alongside character appearances.

Construction Timeline

With general construction now permitted and casting rehearsals scheduled to begin in early May 2026, the experience appears on track for a late spring or early summer opening.

Previous permits filed for the project included electrical work to install a new transformer, disconnect, 200A panel, and 100A relay panel in the EER room.

Broader Bluey Expansion

The Conservation Station experience is part of Disney's 2026 Bluey rollout across multiple properties. Disneyland Park will debut "Bluey's Best Day Ever!" at Fantasyland Theatre on March 22, and Bluey and Bingo will appear on select Disney Cruise Line sailings with meet-and-greets and dance parties.