Epcot

New Germany Pavilion Merchandise Collection Brings Traditional Alpine Style to EPCOT

A new assortment of Germany Pavilion merchandise has arrived at EPCOT, featuring Alpine-inspired styles with added Disney flair. New Deutschland Collection at EPCOT Several of the new items from this collection use a cohesive traditional German theme, combining blue-and-white Bavarian-inspired patterns with Mickey icons, pretzels, gingerbread hearts, and traditional outfit motifs. Germany Ornament Set – … Read more

Festival of the Holidays and More Return to EPCOT for 2026 Christmas Season

Festival of the Holidays and other offerings will return to EPCOT for the 2026 Christmas season. 2026 Festival of the Holidays The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays begins on November 27, the day after Thanksgiving, and runs through December 30, 2026. Holiday Kitchens & Cookie Stroll Holiday Kitchens will serve up an assortment … Read more

World Celebration Reflecting Pool Painted at EPCOT

Disney removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained and has now repainted the bottom. World Celebration Reflecting Pool The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Crews removed the coins after they drained the water earlier this … Read more

PHOTOS: La Poutinerie Signs Installed at EPCOT

Set to open July 1, La Poutinerie at EPCOT now has the official name signage installed on the roof of the kiosk. La Poutinerie Signs There are two new La Poutinerie signs installed on top of the roof of the kiosk. The wooden signs say “La Poutinerie hosted by Air Canada” and have the three-dimensional … Read more

Dividers Installed at EPCOT Parking Entrance, Prevent Guests from Switching Lanes

Drivers arriving at EPCOT now have a new layer of lane guidance before reaching the park’s parking booths. Dividers have been installed, which prevent guests from switching lanes. Lane Dividers at EPCOT New white lane dividers have been installed ahead of the EPCOT toll plaza gates at Walt Disney World. The dividers are positioned directly … Read more

Go Behind-the-Scenes of The American Adventure at EPCOT

Disney has shared a new behind-the-scenes video of The American Adventure attraction located in EPCOT, likely in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Behind-the-Scenes of The American Adventure In a new video shared on Facebook, we can see the extensive system of carriages with show sets that roll out from underneath the theater seating and are … Read more

More Signage, Menus, and Board Bases Added to La Poutinerie at EPCOT

Set to open July 1, La Poutinerie at EPCOT now has even more signage installed around the stand. Since our last update a few days ago, several new additions have been made. La Poutinerie Updates One of the additions we spotted was the bases for menu boards on the righthand side of the eatery. These … Read more

Trees Removed from EPCOT Entrance, Providing Clear View of Spaceship Earth

Guests now have a clear view of Spaceship Earth when walking into EPCOT now that a few tress have been removed. Trees Removed from EPCOT The trees, which appear to be Shumard oak trees, were recently removed from the garden bed. It’s located front and center upon immediately entering the park from the front entrance. … Read more

Pandora Counter Now Open at Port of Entry in EPCOT

After being curtained off for its installation, the Pandora counter at Port of Entry in EPCOT is now open for business. Pandora Counter As a small, in-store location nestled in Port of Entry, this Pandora counter does not have the full array of merchandise as the stores throughout Walt Disney World Resort. It is mostly … Read more

Eat to the Beat 2026 Concert Lineup and Dining Packages Announced at EPCOT

This morning, June 17, Disney Parks announced the lineup and dining packages for this year’s Eat to the Beat concert series at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival from August 27 to November 21. The concert series runs from August 27 to November 16. Concert Lineup The lineup of bands includes some returning favorites … Read more

EPCOT's La Poutinerie Chimney Finished, Geese and Maple Leaf Decorations Added

Construction nears completion on the new Canadian-themed eatery coming to EPCOT next month. La Poutinerie Construction Update During our visit to EPCOT, we took a look at the construction progress on La Poutinerie, formerly known as Refreshment Port. Green rolling hedges still obscure much of the building from view. The chimney that was being worked … Read more

Solar-Powered Trash Cans Continue to Arrive in EPCOT

Disney continues to install new solar-powered trash cans with foot pedals throughout World Showcase in EPCOT. The installation began around the entrance to World Showcase and has continued clockwise through the pavilions. Solar-Powered Trash Cans The new cans are now available at Refreshment Outpost and the Germany pavilion. The old cans have been removed from … Read more

Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT

Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. World Celebration Reflecting Pool Coins Removed The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Crews recently drained the water and moved the rocks into piles. Now, the next … Read more

PHOTOS: Light Lounge at The Odyssey Now Open at EPCOT

Last week, we announced the Light Lounge at The Odyssey was coming to EPCOT after new signage emerged at the pavilion. Now the lounge is here, and this is everything you need to know! Following the installation of the signage at The Odyssey pavilion, there was no official update from Disney regarding what the Light … Read more

Chimney Facade Work Being Done at EPCOT's La Poutinerie

Due to open in less than a month, there is now chimney work being done over at La Poutinerie, formerly the Refreshment Port, at EPCOT. Chimney Work It appears that the chimney is receiving similar stone work texturing as the kiosk’s pillars. As you can see above, there is still a plain tan-painted side of … Read more

Bus Crash With Injuries Near EPCOT Cast Parking, Road Closed

An emergency call involving a car crash near the Cast parking behind EPCOT has occurred this afternoon, June 10. Vehicle Crash At 12:59 p.m., a call log indicated a crash with injuries reported at E. Buena Vista Drive and Chelonia Parkway. One of our reporters was out at the time and saw the crash scene … Read more

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