Goofy Taking Over CommuniCore Hall, Pluto & Stitch DJ Dance Parties, and More Announced for Cool Kid Summer at Disney World

Goofy in an orange outfit and green hat enjoys Cool Kid Summer outdoors by flowers at Disney World.

Walt Disney World announced more details of “Cool Kid Summer,” a series of kid-focused offerings and activities available from May 27 through September 1. Cool Kid Summer at EPCOT CommuniCore Hall will temporarily close on May 12 to become “Goofy’s ultimate playground.” Guests will get to dance and play along with Goofy in an “immersive … Read more

Floor Damage Issues Continue at CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT

Indoor food court with a "Farmers Feast" sign and spring menu. Few people waiting in line. Decorative plants and colorful wall art enhance the ambiance.

Several of the floor decals in CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT have been removed, while others continue to peel up from the floor, as form continues to fall victim to the realities of crowds at the flexible space. CommuniCore Hall Floor Decals Last month, we reported that several of the floral flooring decals in CommuniCore Hall … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: CommuniCore Hall Celebrates 30 Years of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival with Disney Horticulture Gallery

At the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, a vibrant horticulture gallery features stunning floral arrangements and intricate topiaries, complemented by a dining area with colorful decor and seating.

CommuniCore Hall is now open for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. Here, guests can learn about how Disney’s Horticulture team brings the festival to life, enjoy food and beverages from an outdoor kitchen, and more. Disney Horticulture Gallery at CommuniCore Hall Inside the entrance of CommuniCore Hall is a display of brightly … Read more

Disney Survey Asks Guests About CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT

A dazzling display of mannequins dressed in colorful costumes on a blue platform takes center stage at the Disney on Broadway Exhibit, surrounded by captivated visitors in a dimly lit room with artful overhead lighting.

In a survey sent to guests who visit the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Disney is asking for their thoughts on CommuniCore Hall. CommuniCore Hall Survey Disney asks guests who indicate they visited CommuniCore Hall during the current Once Upon a Stage: 30 Years of Disney on Broadway exhibit how much they agree with … Read more

REVIEW: CommuniCore Hall & Plaza at EPCOT – Functional, But Fugly

The exterior of CommuniCore Hall at night, illuminated with colorful triangular lights. A tree and a few people are visible near the entrance of CommuniCore Hall.

With the opening of CommuniCore Hall & Plaza on June 10, 2024, the years-long EPCOT reimagining is complete. Were the changes and new additions to the park worth the wait? WDWNT’s Tom and Eric discuss it all in their honest review. CommuniCore Hall & Plaza Honest Review This is an honest review. Even though we … Read more

PHOTOS: CommuniCore Hall and Plaza Illuminated at Night in EPCOT

The image shows the exterior of CommuniCore Hall at night, beautifully illuminated with colorful triangular lights. A few people are seen near the entrance, adding a sense of bustling activity.

CommuniCore Hall and Plaza are now open in World Celebration at EPCOT. The venue lights up at night just like the World Celebration Gardens. CommuniCore Hall & Plaza at Nighttime CommuniCore Hall features Spaceship Earth-inspired paneling. Some of the triangular panels are lights that illuminate in various colors. The light-up panels cast color onto the … Read more

New EPCOT Directional Signs Installed With CommuniCore Opening

A directional sign in a theme park shows directions to various attractions, restrooms, and dining options. People are walking past, including a person pushing a stroller.

With the opening of CommuniCore Hall and Plaza at EPCOT, new directional signs have been revealed around the building. New EPCOT Directional Signs The standing signs match other new directional signage installed throughout World Celebration over the past year. They are mainly black with a blue stripe down the side representing World Celebration. This sign … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at CommuniCore Plaza Now Open in EPCOT

CommuniCore Plaza stage with colorful flags and column wraps inspired by "Encanto"

CommuniCore Plaza is now open at EPCOT. The new flexible outdoor space is home to the limited-time “¡Celebración Encanto!” and will host other live entertainment in the future. CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza is located alongside CommuniCore Hall on the edge of World Celebration Gardens. The new area will feature live entertainment, including the new sing-along … Read more