If there’s one thing Disney fans love, it’s a good popcorn bucket drop — and this one is going to stir up some emotions in the wildest way possible. With Zootopia (2016) finally stepping into the spotlight at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this fall, the park is rolling out a popcorn bucket that practically screams “grab me now before I disappear.”
Yes, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are officially rolling into the park not just on stage, but in popcorn-bucket form. The new collectible arrives the very same day the Zootopia: Better Zoogether show opens to the public on November 7, and it looks like it’s ready to steal hearts, snack credit budgets, and probably a few hours of wait time for serious collectors.
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So, what makes this one special? For starters, it isn’t just a generic bucket with some printed art slapped on. This thing is fully shaped like a vehicle straight out of Zootopia, decked out in green and teal with Judy and Nick front and center. The Zoogether Day event logo is stamped on the sides, and even the lanyard ties perfectly into the theme. Disney really leaned into the details, and it shows.
Guests will be able to pick it up at Trek Snacks, Mahindi, and Chakranadi — all central snack spots near the Tree of Life. Translation: expect a crowd, because you know Disney popcorn bucket fans do not play around.
And while the bucket alone is exciting, the timing couldn’t be better. Disney is debuting its brand-new Zootopia: Better Zoogether stage show the same day, replacing the longtime “It’s Tough to Be a Bug!” experience inside the Tree of Life theater. The new show takes guests into the world of Zootopia during Zoogether Day — a city-wide celebration of unity across the animal kingdom. Sounds peaceful, right? Well, this is Disney storytelling. Something always shakes things up, and guests are being teased to expect surprises.
Cast Members, Annual Passholders, and Disney Vacation Club Members have already gotten preview glimpses, and now the general public is next in line. With this show marking a major shift in Animal Kingdom’s entertainment slate, the popcorn bucket feels like more than a cute keepsake — it’s kind of a souvenir marking a big chapter change in the park’s history.
If you’re planning to be there opening week, brace yourself. People don’t just buy buckets anymore — they treat them as limited-edition treasure. And with Judy and Nick looking this adorable, it wouldn’t be surprising if this one becomes another must-have Disney memento… and maybe sparks a little friendly chaos in the snack line.
