Hey there mammals!
Today I had the chance to check out the brand-new MINISO × Zootopia 2 pop-up at the Los Cerritos Center, and honestly? It was a blast from the moment I walked in. I arrived around 8:30 AM for the early access that ZNN was invited to, and stepping inside felt like walking into a merch explosion in the best possible way. Everywhere I turned, there was something new, something adorable, and something extremely tempting to put in my basket. The brand-new Zootopia collection makes its debut at the pop-up! And will officially launch nationwide in all stores on Nov 24!
Even with that overwhelming first impression, the mood inside was relaxed and welcoming. The MINISO staff were incredibly kind, answering questions, helping creators film, and generally sharing the excitement. With only about 15–20 of us wandering around during early access, we had plenty of room to explore every shelf and display at our own pace.
And the displays? They went all out. Plushes, pillows, bags, wallets, phone cases, figures, toys, stationery, pins, cups—you name it. My favorite piece of the entire setup was a Cub Scout Nick statue that I grabbed the instant I saw it. The whole pop-up was laid out cleanly and easily navigable, even though it isn’t a massive space. It felt intentionally curated rather than crowded, which made browsing smooth and actually pretty fun.
Once the doors opened to the public, the energy shifted from quiet excitement to full-on celebration. One of the creators kicked things off with a small giveaway, handing out blind boxes to the early crowd. Then the speakers blasted “Try Everything,” and the store officially opened—an absolutely perfect choice to get everyone hyped.
And people were hyped. The line stretched around the store, down the mall, and even outside the doors. It stayed that long for at least an hour after opening. Fans were buzzing about the new movie, trading thoughts on merch, comparing finds. It felt like a genuine community moment. I chatted with several shoppers while browsing, and the shared excitement made the whole experience even more enjoyable.
Oh, and speaking of surprises: MINISO had massive three-foot-tall Nick and Judy plushes for sale. They were pricey, but they were an instant showstopper! People stopped in their tracks to take photos.
By the time I left, the store was still packed, and the energy was still high. Walking out, I couldn’t help feeling that we’re in a golden age of Zootopia fandom. There’s new merch everywhere, fans are more excited than ever, and events like this pop-up show just how strong and vibrant the community has become. If this is how things are leading up to Zootopia 2, the future looks bright and very, very fluffy.
Take a look at all the MINISO pop-up locations and dates below!
Los Cerritos Mall, CA | Nov 22 – Dec 14
Crabtree Valley Mall, NC | Nov 15 – Dec 7
Washington Square, OR | Nov 26 – Dec 21
Canada’s event is kicking off soon — friends in Canada or on the East Coast can check out the Montreal pop-up!”
CF CARREFOUR LAVAL, Montreal | Dec 6 – Jan 4
Stay tuned, because I’ll be doing a separate breakdown of the merch and pricing soon.
Make sure to catch Zootopia 2 in theaters on Nov 26!
And keep an eye out for MINISO, I hear they make an appearance in the film!
Make sure to follow MINISO on Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube!
Stay tuned, because we’ll be doing a separate breakdown of the merch and pricing soon!
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