Animal Kingdom after dark

[Khokhonutt]

Curious if anyone would have firsthand experience with a similar scenario to what we're facing. We'll be visiting WDW for the first time in a few years March 8-14. Last time we were at the World was before they built the world of Avatar area and I'd love to see the night effects I've heard about. We just saw that they extended Animal Kingdom's hours to 8pm on Friday the 13th. I've checked and sunset that day will be at 7:34 pm with twilight ending at 7:56 pm. I'm wondering if we plan to get in line for the longest Pandora ride line right before park closing at 8pm, if it would be a reasonable expectation we'd see Pandora lit up (special bonus if the Tree of Life could be lit up)?

We had other plans for Friday night, but would be willing to pivot if folks who've seen this scenario in the past think we have a reasonable shot.

Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[OKW Lover]

I'm wondering if we plan to get in line for the longest Pandora ride line right before park closing at 8pm, if it would be a reasonable expectation we'd see Pandora lit up (special bonus if the Tree of Life could be lit up)?

Yes, the lights will be operating until the last guest has left the park.

 

[CarolynFH]

I concur - if you get in line just before closing, you’ll see Pandora at its most beautiful on your way out. Enjoy!

PS pay attention to sounds in the bushes on the way in (daylight) and compare to those on the way out (nighttime). They’re different, just like in Earth forests.

 

[Khokhonutt]

Thank you all!

 

[erinch]

We have had really kind CMs in Pandora, who let us linger and take pictures as the crowds filtered out. It is gorgeous.