The Quick Read
Key Takeaways
- What: Disney PhotoPass has 5 Christmas Magic Shots at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this season.
- New: Bluey and Bingo get their first Christmas Magic Shot at the park.
- Returning: Tinker Bell, Snow, Mistletoe, and a Dug or Flash shot.
- When: Christmas at Animal Kingdom runs November 13, 2026 to January 6, 2027.
- Upgrade: Magic Shots are included with Memory Maker.
OPEN Brief: The Animal Kingdom Christmas PhotoPass shots this year come with a brand-new Heeler twist, and it’s the one families will be lining up for at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Plan your photo stops early, because the holiday crowds show up fast.
What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Christmas Magic Shots?
Bluey and Bingo are the new holiday Magic Shot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this Christmas season.
The Bluey and Bingo Christmas Magic Shot is the only brand-new option in this year’s holiday lineup. The Heeler sisters only arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom when Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station opened in May 2026. That makes this their first Christmas in the park.
Until now, the Bluey Magic Shots at Disney’s Animal Kingdom were summer themed: Janet and Rita, butterfly Keepy Uppy with Flappy, and Dance Mode. The holiday version gives Bluey fans a festive photo for the family card. Start your day here if you have little ones, before the midday crowds build around Discovery Island.
Which Holiday Magic Shots Are Back at Animal Kingdom?
Disney’s Animal Kingdom brings back four holiday favorites: Tinker Bell, Snow, Mistletoe, and Dug or Flash.
These Disney’s Animal Kingdom shots are familiar to anyone who has visited during past holiday seasons. Each one works for a different kind of photo, so pick the ones that fit your group.
- Tinker Bell: The Tinker Bell Magic Shot puts a festive Tink in your hand. Hold your palm out flat and look at her, not the camera.
- Snow: The Snow Magic Shot adds falling snow to your picture. It’s the easiest way to get a white Christmas in Central Florida.
- Mistletoe: The Mistletoe Magic Shot is made for couples. Hold the pose for a kiss or a cheek peck.
- Dug or Flash: The Dug or Flash Magic Shot adds a holiday character to your photo. Dog lovers will lean toward Dug.
How Do You Get Christmas Magic Shots at Animal Kingdom?
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, ask a PhotoPass photographer for each Christmas Magic Shot by name.
Disney PhotoPass photographers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom add the effect after the photo is taken, so you won’t see it in the moment. Not every photographer offers every shot. If one doesn’t have the shot you want, ask where to find it.
Your game plan: grab Bluey and Bingo first while lines are short, then work through the returning four as you move around the park. Save Snow for golden hour, when the park lighting makes the scene feel cozy. For the rest of the season’s highlights, see the Disney’s Animal Kingdom guide and OPEN’s holiday events coverage.
Link Your Photos
Disney PhotoPass photos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom show up in the My Disney Experience app once the photographer scans your ticket or MagicBand. Check the app the same day, so you can go back if a shot is missing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Memory Maker for Animal Kingdom Magic Shots?
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Magic Shots are included with Memory Maker, which lets you download every PhotoPass photo from your trip.
Are the summer Bluey Magic Shots still at Animal Kingdom?
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has not said whether the summer Bluey shots will run alongside the new Bluey and Bingo Christmas Magic Shot, so ask your photographer.
Can I get Christmas Magic Shots at other Disney World parks?
Walt Disney World offers holiday Magic Shots at every park, and each park has its own lineup. See the Walt Disney World hub for more.
Lineup based on Disney PhotoPass’s holiday announcement, current as of November 12, 2026. Photographer locations have not been confirmed.
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