CommuniCore Hall

REVIEW: ‘Encanto’-Inspired Arepas, Coconut Tres Leches, and Passion Fruit Drinks at CommuniCore in EPCOT

Three images showcase a small arepa on a white plate, a hand holding a yellow beverage with a lime slice, and a tres leches nestled in a black bowl. The background features lush green foliage.

In honor of “¡Celebración Encanto!” at CommuniCore Plaza, now open in EPCOT, the new Festival Favorites quick-service location has “Encanto”-inspired food and beverages. These are updated versions of former La Isla Fresca menu items available during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. ‘Encanto’-Inspired Festival Favorites Festival Favorites is located on the side of CommuniCore … Read more

New ‘Encanto’-Themed Food & Beverages at CommuniCore Plaza in EPCOT

Two dishes on separate plates: the left features a sandwich with a golden brown crust and creamy filling, and the right shows a dessert topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut on a blue plate.

CommuniCore Hall and Plaza are now open at EPCOT and include a Festival Favorites quick-service booth serving “Encanto”-themed menu items. Festival Favorites Festival Favorites is the name of an old EPCOT festival booth that would serve dishes from festivals that weren’t currently running. Right now, the booth is serving updated versions of food and beverage … Read more

VIDEO, PHOTOS: New ‘¡Celebración Encanto!’ Show at EPCOT

Performers on a colorful stage with a drum set and tropical-themed decorations, including flowers and a bicycle cart, in the background. Some are in costumes; one wrapped in a green cloak. Trees visible behind. The scene radiates the vibrancy of a true celebración encanto.

During tonight’s media preview, we were able to see a full performance of “¡Celebración Encanto!”, a new live show premiering at EPCOT tomorrow. ‘¡Celebración Encanto!’ “¡Celebración Encanto!” is a new sing-along live show featuring fan-favorite characters from “Encanto.” The show takes place on the new CommuniCore Plaza stage. For the limited run of “¡Celebración Encanto!”, … Read more

Tour CommuniCore Hall and Mickey & Friends Character Meet and Greet

A person in a Mickey Mouse costume waves in a colorful room. Below are images of a large, indoor crowd and a vibrant mural featuring various shapes and designs, reminiscent of the lively atmosphere inside CommuniCore Hall.

Tonight, we got a first look at CommuniCore Hall, the home to a new Mickey & Friends meet and greet, which is now open at EPCOT. Outside CommuniCore Hall All the construction walls are down, and CommuniCore Hall is set to open to the public on June 10, completing the years-long EPCOT reimagining. The exterior … Read more

More CommuniCore Construction Walls Come Down at EPCOT as Opening Date Approaches

An exterior view of CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT, featuring a geometric-patterned facade with plants in the foreground on a sunny day as the walls come down to reveal its stunning design.

With just a few days remaining before the opening of CommuniCore Hall, numerous walls have come down at EPCOT. While some walls have been replaced with planters, others have completely disappeared, allowing guests to get their first look at the park’s completed reimagining. EPCOT Reimagining Nears Completion CommuniCore Hall The long-awaited CommuniCore Hall can now … Read more

Disney Shares Look at New Mickey & Friends Meet and Greet Coming to EPCOT

A person in a Mickey Mouse costume stands in front of a colorful, cartoon-like backdrop with trees and flowers, perfect for a magical meet and greet.

As Disney prepares for the opening of CommuniCore Hall on June 10th, they have shared a glimpse of the upcoming meet and greets on the Disney Parks Instagram account, giving fans a first glimpse inside the experience at the Mickey & Friends meet and greet area. Mickey & Friends Meet and Greet In the video, … Read more

PHOTOS: Most CommuniCore Hall Lights Illuminated at Night in EPCOT

The lights of CommuniCore Hall were illuminated during the evening of Monday, May 13 at EPCOT. Disney has been testing lights on and off for the past few months, including dancing lights that will sync with Spaceship Earth shows, but this is the most fully lit we’ve seen the building. CommuniCore Hall Lights The lights … Read more

Speakers Added to CommuniCore Stage, More Paths Outlined at Flex Space in EPCOT

Outdoor area with people walking, green trees, and a tall black barrier; modern building with angular structures in the background.

We’re a month away from the opening of CommuniCore Hall and Plaza in EPCOT. Construction of the venue is near completion, with the exterior looking done. CommuniCore Hall & Plaza We spotted two speakers above the CommuniCore Plaza stage. A limited-time “Encanto” sing-along show — “¡Celebración Encanto!” — will be performed on this stage when CommuniCore opens. … Read more

Materials Cleared From CommuniCore Plaza as EPCOT Construction Nears Completion

CommuniCore Plaza construction

There are still nearly two months to go before CommuniCore Hall and Plaza finally open at EPCOT, but it looks like exterior work is wrapping up. CommuniCore Hall and Plaza Construction It looks like most paneling has been installed on the building. There are some gaps in the white triangular Spaceship Earth-inspired panels, but these … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: CommuniCore Hall Dancing Lights Testing at EPCOT

Lights around Mickey & Friends sign

On Wednesday night, we caught dancing lights testing on CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT. CommuniCore Hall Lights CommuniCore Hall is covered in Spaceship Earth-inspired triangular paneling. The panels are mostly white, but some are different colors. And some are light panels, which are what we saw blinking in patterns. The Hall and Plaza are part of … Read more

‘Hours of Operation’ Screen Installed at CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT

Blank white sign on CommuniCore Hall below Spaceship Earth wall

A new screen displaying “Hours of Operation” is visible inside CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT, which is set to open on June 10, 2024. CommuniCore Hall Construction The screen is behind a currently blank white sign hanging over a window. We could see “Connect” and “Hours of.” Connections Café and Eatery are across from Creations Shop, … Read more

Artificial Turf Installed at CommuniCore Plaza in EPCOT

CommuniCore Plaza turf and stage

Artificial turf grass has been installed in CommuniCore Plaza at EPCOT, which will open with CommuniCore Hall on June 10. CommuniCore Plaza Turf There are now several grassy spots under the plaza’s light columns, similar to the hub of Magic Kingdom. Guests will likely be able to lounge on the turf while watching performances on … Read more

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