Disney Updates The Boneyard, Restaurantosaurus Closing Timelines
Disney shared details about Dinoland U.S.A.’s phased closing today. No, we still don’t know exactly when DINOSAUR, The Boneyard, or Restaurantosaurus will close. But we do know that we can enjoy them a while longer before Encanto and Indiana Jones move in.
Last December, we learned that DINOSAUR would remain open throughout 2025. Specifically, Disney said that “2025 is your year to visit before it goes extinct.” Today, they reiterated their promise to keep the ride open: “Even after it closes in 2026, the legacy, and asteroid impact, of the Dino Institute will live forever in our hearts.”
Unlike Disney, I’ve retired the “extinct” jokes. With Cementosaurus’ demise last night, this is all starting to feel very real.
It’s all gone. Dinorama has almost been completely wiped from the park. I truly can’t believe that the big guy is gone🥲 I’m excited for Tropical Americas, but destroying DinoLand to do it, man that sucks. pic.twitter.com/SMXQSAELKJ
— Evan Patel (@EvanPatel11) March 6, 2025
Like DINOSAUR, it sounds like The Boneyard will also make it through the year: “There’s still time for another excavation (or two) throughout 2025. The Boneyard is still open and welcoming little archeologists to play daily.”
It sounds like Restaurantosaurus will remain open all year, too, but Disney was a little vague when talking about the beautifully themed restaurant:
“You’ve still got time in 2025 to rustle up some grub at Restaurantosaurus, and it’s the perfect place to refuel before your next wild adventure in the park. You might even catch a performance from the Dino Institute Intern — on a break from his internship duties — happy to entertain everyone and anyone who will listen to his original dino-themed tunes.”
Phased closings are a good idea for a park with fewer attractions. And it’s a win-win for guests like me who love Dr. Grant Seeker and his time rovers. We’ll miss Dinoland and its quirky vibes. Phase one of Tropical Americas opens in 2027.
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