diff --git a/conf/defaults.ini b/conf/defaults.ini
index 408847d9093..ffcd68c24e9 100644
--- a/conf/defaults.ini
+++ b/conf/defaults.ini
@@ -1181,7 +1181,7 @@ explore2Dashboard = true
 commandPalette = true
 
 # Use dynamic labels in CloudWatch datasource
-cloudWatchDynamicLabels = false
+cloudWatchDynamicLabels = true
 
 # New expandable navigation
 newNavigation = true