Epcot Archives

PHOTOS: New Spike the Bee Souvenir Reusable Spork Coming to the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival; More Outdoor Kitchen Menu Items Revealed

February 26, 2020February 26, 2020

With Spring just around the corner, it’s time for the return of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World Resort! Starting March 4, join in for fun, flowers, and most importantly, food! This year’s festival features 16 Outdoor Kitchens and several other locations through the park that will be offering delectable … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 2/25/20 (Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries, Blooming Trees, Festival of the Arts Removal, and More)

February 26, 2020February 26, 2020

Good morning from EPCOT! The day after the Festival of the Arts has concluded means lots of changes around the park. Today, we decided to check out what was new. Minnie Mouse was out greeting guests early on this morning. The morning did not start out well inside The Land, where both Soarin’ and Living … Read more

BREAKING: Spaceship Earth Closure Starts May 26th at EPCOT

November 2, 2020February 25, 2020

As times have changed, the Spaceship Earth attraction at EPCOT has changed with them. Opening in 1982, the ride received massive overhauls in 1986, 1994, and 2007, usually with the departure or addition of a corporate sponsor. With over a decade since the last reimagining, coupled with the 2017 departure of Siemens, Walt Disney Imagineering … Read more

PHOTOS: New Spaceship Earth Inspired Sunglasses Sail Through Time To Walt Disney World

February 25, 2020

“Like a grand and miraculous spaceship, our planet has sailed trough the universe of time… and for a brief moment, we have been among its many passengers.” Well, now you can sail through the universe of time in style with these awesome new EPCOT – Spaceship Earth inspired sunglasses. We profiled these earlier in the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 2/23/20 (Disney Princess Half Marathon, New Park Signage, France Expansion Archway, Construction Everywhere, and More)

February 24, 2020

Ready, set, go! It’s a beautiful day for a race here at EPCOT, and it just so happens to be the final day of the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, with the namesake half marathon being run around, and through, the park. We’ve got to keep our mile time low, so let’s sprint through our … Read more

PHOTOS: Former MouseGear Internal Demolition, Leveling of Innoventions West Continues at EPCOT

February 24, 2020

Only one week ago, one of the most drastic changes during the intense overhaul of EPCOT took place – the closure of the entire Future World central area. This change included the loss of Pin Central. Prior to that, parts of Innoventions West had already been torn down, and MouseGear had relocated to allow for … Read more

PHOTOS: New Pathway Open; Construction Walls Down Around Taste Track in Future World East at EPCOT

February 24, 2020

With construction walls coming and going all across EPCOT, we’re taking each day path by path. With a new split rope-drop procedure now in place, what side you pick (East or West) will greatly impact your initial plans for the day, so it’s wise to keep on top of all the new pathways opening to … Read more

“Mariachi Cobre Presents… The Story of Coco” Returning to Walt Disney World for the 2020 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

February 24, 2020February 24, 2020

Mariachi Cobre Presenta the Story of ‘Coco’ at Epcot This Spring

We are pleased to share that the popular World Showcase performance “Mariachi Cobre Presents… the Story of Coco” is set to return this March. The fun and lively Mariachi takeover will be returning to EPCOT for the duration of the 2020 International Flower & Garden Festival, which runs from March 4th through June 1st. If … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: A Cinderella Castle Makeover, Regal Eagle Smokehouse, Changes to Character Meet & Greets, Festival Details Revealed, and More

February 24, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from February 17-23! Walt Disney World A new Disney Dining Plan Plus option will be available … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 2/22/20 (Flower & Garden Prep, “Disney Ink & Paint” Merchandise, Festival of the Arts, and More)

February 23, 2020

Good morning from EPCOT, a park undergoing an extreme makeover. Let’s see what’s happening today! Crowds were especially large this morning outside the gates before the park opened. Preparations are well underway for the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival, which takes the stage March 4. EPCOT will definitely benefit from the beautiful flowers and … Read more

PHOTOS: New EPCOT Logo Hoodie and T-Shirt Arrive at Walt Disney World

February 23, 2020

With its official transition to an all-caps name, it’s time for EPCOT to show off its refreshed style. We saw two pieces of apparel featuring the park’s new logo that will help you show your affinity for your favorite experimental prototype community of tomorrow. EPCOT Logo Hoodie – $44.99 This white hoodie has gray lining … Read more

PHOTOS: More Solar Panel Mounts Installed on Roof of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

February 23, 2020

For months, work on the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction has not shown much exterior progress. Today, however, work was visibly moving forward on framing for the attraction building’s solar roofing panels. Crews were hard at work installing several frames on the roof that will eventually be home to solar panels. From the … Read more

PHOTOS: Full Menus Revealed for Outdoor Kitchens at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2020

February 22, 2020

Full menus for outdoor kitchens have been announced for the next upcoming EPCOT festival. Discover creative cuisine featuring the season’s freshest flavors during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, taking place March 4 through June 1, 2020. Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market Venture to Germany for Bavarian bites sure to sate foodies of all ages—every dish is … Read more

PHOTOS: EPCOT Entrance Enhancements Add New Paving, Planters Begin to Form

February 22, 2020

As part of the ongoing transformation of EPCOT’s entrance area, we were treated to some updated views this morning during our visit to the park. Several more sections of new entrance pathway have been poured on the east side of the park’s entrance plaza. Cement trucks were on site pouring new pavement underneath the new … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 2/21/20 (Disney Princess Half Marathon Chalk Messages, France Cobblestone Paving, Flower & Garden Festival Prep, and More)

February 21, 2020

Good morning from a frigid EPCOT! Let’s take a run around the countries… This morning, we took part in the annual RunDisney Princess 5k run. Despite the cold temperatures and constant rain, it is always a treat to see EPCOT early in the morning before the crowds arrive. In Canada, cast members cheered runners on … Read more

PHOTOS: Pin Central Canopy Panels Removed as Demolition Continues on Center of Future World in EPCOT

February 21, 2020

As part of EPCOT’s ongoing transformation, construction at the former home of Mouse Gear is in high gear. Today, we got a good look at changes that have already come to the site, including massive demolition work and the removal of the former Pin Central canopies. As guests walk into the temporary Mouse Gear, they’re … Read more