Show Description
Festival of the Lion King is a retelling of the movie “The Lion King” containing stunts, singing, and a colorful cast.
Location
Park: Animal Kingdom
Section: Africa
Show Information
Show times: Typically on the top of the hour
Duration: 30-40 minutes long
Weather Info: Indoors, air conditioned
Test Seat Locations: No test seats
Queue
Queue Style: Switchback style queue, outdoors with a roof covering overhead.
Climate: Outdoor queue, fans are scattered throughout
Lighting Conditions: Shaded sunlit queue
Sound Environment: Volume level is mostly contained due to the lack of walls.
Ground Conditions: No inclines or drops, textured concrete.
Pre-Show
This show does not have a pre-show.
Show Experience
Seating Style: Bench/ riser style seating
Loading Process: At the entrance, the left lane standard queue will bring you into the switchback line. Once at the front a cast member will direct you to which set of bleachers you will be assigned to (there are four possibilities) and which row to sit in. If you are unable to do stairs- The attendant at the front will direct you down the right lane. Once at the front of that lane a cast member will escort you to the front section of the bleachers that are ground level.
Attraction Lighting: Lights will dim throughout the performance. There are flashing stage lights and spotlights throughout the show. There are also fire effects causing flashing.
Attraction Climate: Air conditioned show building, however you may feel some heat from the fire effects depending on how close you are.
Attraction Sound: Loud animal effects, singing, and music. Sounds such as roaring, elephant trumpets, and yelling are all present.
Attraction POV: Click Here
Deboarding Process: Once the show is complete, the audio will queue everyone to leave. From there you may make your way to the exit at your own pace.
Exit
Exit Conditions: The exit goes from a dark show building to uncovered outdoors. Some of the exit doors are obstructed by a parade float, so it may be best to wait behind to avoid crowds if you are sensitive to noise or pushing.
Special Notes
Mobility: Stairs are present with the bleachers, however wheelchairs and those needing flat level seating have plenty of space.
Neurodivergence: Loud noises and fog effects are present throughout this show. If you are anxious or sensitive to being singled out, it is best to avoid sitting in the first few rows of the bleachers.
Service Animals: May stay next to/ in front of you through the show.
Deaf/ Hearing Loss: Handheld captioning is available, as well as certain show times having a sign language interpreter.
Blind/ Low Vision: Audio transcription is available. An escort to flat level seating is available and you are able to wait behind until your vision can adjust after the show.
At A Glance
Can Wheelchairs Ride? Yes, wheelchair users may remain seated and are able to roll up directly next to the bench seating.
Are There Stairs In The Queue? No, however the seating for the show does contain stairs unless you communicate with the cast member at the front.
Is This Motion Sickness Safe? Yes, you are stationary and there are no screen effects.
