Our reporters spotted new pressed pennies dated 2026, now available across Walt Disney World Resort. We found these at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs. More may be added later. EPCOT Pressed Pennies We spotted the first penny at World Traveler near the International Gateway. The penny shares the … Read more
Dr. Mark Penning, VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment, had previously teased a 40th anniversary celebration on Instagram of The Living Seas. In a new Instagram post, he shared some fun facts about the iconic EPCOT Pavilion. The Living Seas Facts The first fact is that Spaceship Earth can comfortably fit inside the main … Read more
A Freeze Watch is in effect for the Orlando area from the evening of January 15 into January 16, which marks the start of EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts. Freeze Watch The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch from late Thursday, January 15, through the morning of January 16. Sub-freezing temperatures as low … Read more
Guests can now purchase discounted Disneyland Paris merchandise at the France Pavilion in EPCOT, while supplies last. Disneyland Paris Merchandise – 30% Off There are red signs denoting which Disneyland Paris merchandise is discounted. The signs say the merchandise is 30% and additional discounts do apply. This offer is valid while supplies last. The Disneyland … Read more
The German band, Die Couchies, has returned to perform during the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. They were last seen at the 2025 festival. Die Couchies Returns for the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts The Berlin-based trio is known for performing German songs in their unique swing and vintage blues style, playing … Read more
The Drawing on Inspiration display for this year’s Festival of the Arts celebrates theme park concept art. Learn more about how concept art is used by Imagineers to dream up new projects. Drawing on Inspiration The display is located in the breezeway between World Celebration and World Discovery, between Club Cool and Creations Shop. It … Read more
An ear headband featuring Mickey dressed in various costumes from the World Showcase is now available. It matches other merchandise recently released. World Showcase Ear Headband – $36.99 The ear headband is made of a white faux leather material with black details and stitching. Each ear has an allover print on the front and back … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new Jasmine-themed Morocco Pavilion pin now available for purchase. Jasmine Morocco Pavilion Pin – $14.99 This pin features Jasmine posing in front of a red, Morocco-inspired arch. Both of Jasmine’s arms are outstretched and her hair twirls in the air behind her. At the bottom of the pin, “Morocco” and … Read more
Taiyaki, the popular Japanese fish-shaped street food, has arrived in EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion. Is this sweet snack worth a trip around the World Showcase? Taiyaki – $7.73 Taiyaki is a crispy waffle usually filled with anko (sweet bean paste). Sometimes taiyaki can be soggy, but this one was super crunchy and had a good texture. … Read more
The Seas pavilion at EPCOT will celebrate its 40th anniversary this month. Currently known as The Seas with Nemo & Friends, the original pavilion opened as The Living Seas in 1986. The Seas 40th Anniversary Dr. Mark Penning, VP of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment, teased a 40th anniversary celebration on Instagram, writing, “Since 1986, … Read more
The Disney on Broadway Concert Series, part of the EPCOT Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World, features Broadway stars performing hit songs from Disney shows like Aladdin, Frozen, The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Tarzan, Newsies and more! Disney on Broadway Concert Series 2026 Location Disney on Broadway Concert Series 2026 Schedule All entertainment and artist appearances are subject to change … Read more
Become an honor guardian with this new Guardians of the Galaxy T-shirt, now available at Walt Disney World. ‘Honorary Guardian’ T-Shirt – $36.99 This t-shirt for adults is dark blue and plain except for the design on the front of the shirt. There is a sparkly gold decal of the Guardians of the Galaxy logo … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new “Poutine is My Routine” T-shirt in EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion, coordinating with an entire collection. ‘Poutine is My Routine’ T-Shirt – $36.99 This navy T-shirt for adults features a large design on the front of the shirt. Chip ‘n’ Dale are happily sitting in front of a container of poutine … Read more
Several Disney World projects, like Muppets and DINOSAUR, are represented in the U.K. Pavilion at EPCOT with family crests. You can also celebrate the 20th anniversary of High School Musical and everyone’s favorite purple dragon, Figment. Find them all in The Crown & Crest. Muppets Crests There are several family crests for the Muppets. The … Read more
Disney shared a preview of new menu items coming to the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Festival of the Arts Food Preview At The Artist’s Table will be the Steakhouse Lobster Caesar Salad: romaine and red oak lettuces, warm water lobster, radishes, herbed breadcrumbs, and housemade Caesar dressing. The Figment Fantasy Cake will … Read more
Your favorite purple dragon from Journey Into Imagination with Figment at EPCOT is now available in two sizes of Squishmallow plush.
