The Disney Parks have a major focus on storytelling through experiences. However, many rides have inspired additional stories or added to their lore in ways that go beyond sitting on a ride or watching a film. Disney Parks Comics feature attractions adapted into a visual format, providing new original stories and ways of bringing the … Read more
As part of the Disney100 festivities at EPCOT, a new, expansive mural has made its debut in World Celebration, along the walkway to World Showcase. Disney100 Mural In honor of Disney100, the mural depicts EPCOT, but with 100 hidden characters from across Disney’s many stories from over the century. A few of the characters can … Read more
The previously-announced Figment Little Golden Book has revealed its cover ahead of its January 2024 publication. The book can be preordered now on Amazon. Figment Little Golden Book Written by Imagineer Jason Grandt and illustrated by Scott Tilley, “Figment” includes lyrics from the Sherman Brothers-penned song “One Little Spark,” and explores the ideas of creativity … Read more
The new Figment meet and greet debuted inside the Imagination! Pavilion at EPCOT on the morning of September 10. The highly-anticipated start date of the interaction opportunity was announced at Destination D23 2023. Figment Meet and Greet Area Initial lines formed before the Imagination! Pavilion even opened, with a large group assembling outside of The … Read more
Following today’s reveal of the new Figment meet and greet opening date at EPCOT, a first look at the character’s greeting area has been shared on social media. Figment Meet and Greet at EPCOT This first look was shared in a video across Walt Disney World’s social media accounts. The backdrop feature bright shades of … Read more
A new D23-Exclusive Dreamfinder and Figment Pin has arrived on shopDisney to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Journey Into Imagination. The fan-favorite Journey Into Imagination is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To commemorate the special occasion, shopDisney is releasing 1,500 pins featuring Dreamfinder and everybody’s favorite purple dragon, Figment. D23-Exclusive Dreamfinder and Figment Pin … Read more
The Journey Into Imagination attraction has gone through many changes since it opened at EPCOT on March 5, 1983. In honor of its 40th anniversary (and the 40th birthday of the lovable dragon Figment), let’s take a look at the history of this beloved attraction and its characters. Development Our story of the imagination ride … Read more
Two new limited edition pins celebrating Walt Disney World have arrived. One features EPCOT and Figment, while the other celebrates the 50th anniversary of Cinderella Castle. Limited Edition Figment Pin – $44.99 Everyone’s favorite purple dragon is front and center on the newest limited edition pin to land at Walt Disney World. Flying among the … Read more
The original Journey Into Imagination attraction at EPCOT opened on March 5, 1983. The attraction was so complicated that it was delayed 5 months from opening with the rest of the park in October of 1982, but when it did open, it was an immediate hit with guests and a much needed diversion for those … Read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Another new item featuring Figment in his Christmas sweater has arrived at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Figment Christmas Sweater Phone Case – $34.99 Figment is wearing his Christmas sweater, which can be seen now on Journey Into Imagination With Figment. Beside him is a snowman version of … Read more
An adorable new magnet featuring one of our favorite holiday icons, Figment in his Christmas sweater, is now available at EPCOT. We found it in ImageWorks and Creations Shop. Figment Christmas Sweater Magnet – $14.99 The magnet not only features Figment and his festive sweater, but a snowman version of his old pal Dreamfinder. Dreamfinder … Read more
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We are always excited whenever some old-school EPCOT pops up around the parks, and we are ALWAYS excited to see our beloved Dreamfinder. Dreamfinder of course, stood as the symbol of EPCOT, along with his pal Figment for much of EPCOT’s history. Now, we get to see him and his lovely creation Figment, in MagicBand … Read more
Many a childhood was shaped by Epcot’s Imagination pavilion. While most regard the original Journey Into Imagination attraction as quite possibly the greatest theme park ride ever built, there was certainly a lot of memorable things to see and do upstairs, above the ride, in the ImageWorks play area. The one thing from the now-defunct … Read more