Festival of the Lion King


Description from PassPorter's Walt Disney World Guidebook:

This colorful, dynamic pageant set to music from “The Lion King” features singers, dancers, acrobats, and floats, and really sets your hands to clapping! The 1,000-seat theater-in-the-round affords many great vantage points, but arrive early to sit down front. Try the first or last shows for shortest waits. Lots of audience participation and lots of fun! This theatre is fully air-conditioned. This show moved in 2014 from Camp Minnie-Mickey to Africa (see map on 5623). Outdoor queue is uncovered. No external video lights. Wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening. Alex’s ToddlerTip: :) Allie’s KidTip: “If you sit in the front you might get asked to play music!” TweenTip: “Try to make the animal sounds.”

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Type: Live Show
Scope: E-Ticket
Ages: Ages 3 & up
Thrill Factor:

Live Show Duration: 30 min.
FastPass: Yes
Queue Conditions: Outdoor queue is uncovered, but mostly shady

Special Considerations:
- Assistive Listening
- Seating type: bench without backs

PassPorter's Ratings for Festival of the Lion King
Author Jennifer Marx's Rating:
8/10
Author Dave Marx's Rating:
8/10

Readers Rating: (rated by 156 PassPorter readers)
8.7/10

Appeal by Age:
74.6%
74.63% of our readers would definitely visit Festival of the Lion King again.

I would definitely visit this attraction again!
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What PassPorter Readers Think of Festival of the Lion King (24 comments):

This is like a Broadway show at WDW. They pull audience members to participate. The singing is so beautiful. My favorite is the acrobatic monkeys. They are so entertaining.
DisneyKimber gave this a rating of 8 on 06/30/2016 at 11:18:44 pm EDT

Very fun show.
TomiRocket gave this a rating of 9 on 06/27/2016 at 1:16:43 pm EDT

love this show but just wish they had seating with some type of back
2babiesandthemouse gave this a rating of 9 on 06/24/2016 at 4:33:57 pm EDT

A fun show.
gardengalWDW gave this a rating of 8 on 06/24/2016 at 2:19:40 am EDT

Fun and interactive show ! Love how they pull kids out of the audience to participate.
Dopey Girl gave this a rating of 8 on 06/20/2016 at 8:52:27 pm EDT

Great show. Thank goodness the theater has air conditioning . Lots of people in one place
scott disney dad gave this a rating of 9 on 06/20/2016 at 12:36:53 pm EDT

Unbelievable show! Great cast, great msic; Broadway quality live show.
Victor gave this a rating of 9 on 06/18/2016 at 6:46:23 am EDT

Great show, you have to do at least once.
ashlvsq2004 gave this a rating of 9 on 06/16/2016 at 7:17:06 pm EDT

This is an excellent show. Lots going on even small kids wont be bored. Wonderful!
handette gave this a rating of 10 on 06/13/2016 at 7:09:30 pm EDT

One of my favorite shows at WDW.
Feisty Fairy gave this a rating of 10 on 06/10/2016 at 2:43:20 pm EDT

We love this show! Despite how many times we have visited it, it is always a must do!
dmsprung gave this a rating of 8 on 06/10/2016 at 11:59:07 am EDT

Great Broadway style show! It is great for kids and adults alike - all of the big scenes from the movie are present! Awesome escape from the heat as well :)
Csb10salum gave this a rating of 9 on 06/10/2016 at 11:32:30 am EDT

Beautiful, fun show! The singers are incredible. My kids have gotten to participate, which was super special! Best part? Tumble Monkeys!!!
I live with a 'Stitch'! gave this a rating of 10 on 06/05/2016 at 11:19:41 pm EDT

A colorful retelling of the Lion King Story with songs and animatronics.
Big G gave this a rating of 8 on 06/05/2016 at 6:05:47 pm EDT

Live performances, fun pre-show, love the new theatre. It's just brilliant.
Marie the Cat gave this a rating of 10 on 06/05/2016 at 12:04:15 pm EDT

Overrated
MommyAngela3 gave this a rating of 6 on 06/04/2016 at 10:52:18 am EDT

Wonderful show & great music/singing. A must-do every time we visit AK.
FARMERGIRL gave this a rating of 9 on 06/03/2016 at 10:04:39 pm EDT

Energetic and professional. A great show for everyone.
yalibrarian gave this a rating of 9 on 06/03/2016 at 5:31:28 am EDT

Have to see this show whenever I go to Disney. Just great entertainment.
cutiepie gave this a rating of 9 on 05/31/2016 at 11:28:00 am EDT

Amazing show! It never gets old!
Luvsun gave this a rating of 10 on 05/27/2016 at 8:37:13 pm EDT

Wonderful performances. Great quality of show.
dodgersle gave this a rating of 9 on 05/27/2016 at 3:41:55 pm EDT

Fantastic show! Costumes, performers, music, are all outstanding!
MayraLR gave this a rating of 10 on 05/27/2016 at 12:10:28 pm EDT

Great show for everyone. Very young might be a little scared.
sherrymickey gave this a rating of 9 on 05/27/2016 at 12:04:00 am EDT

Great music and cast. A nice place to cool off.
norm & linda gave this a rating of 7 on 05/26/2016 at 11:08:48 pm EDT

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