Escalator Reopens as The Seas Refurbishment Work Nears Completion in EPCOT

A ramp and stairs with metal railings in a blue hallway; people are walking and standing nearby.

The escalator nearest the manatee viewing area of The Seas Pavilion in EPCOT has reopened as refurbishment work nears completion. The Seas Refurbishment For the past several months, The Seas has been under general refurbishment with construction walls and curtains up around the pavilion. It appears now that work is coming to an end. There … Read more

New Princess Jasmine T-Shirt Available in Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT

Black T-shirt with an illustration of Princess Jasmine holding a tiger, surrounded by crescent moons, displayed in a store.

A new Princess Jasmine T-shirt is now available at the Souk-al-Magreb shop in the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT. Princess Jasmine T-Shirt- $34.99 The tee is solid black with an image of Jasmine in the center. Above and below the circular image are two crescent moon shapes. In the print, Jasmine is wearing her classic blue … Read more

Additional Themed Concrete Installed around Mexico Pavilion Walkway in EPCOT

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Additional themed concrete work has been completed around the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT. Mexico Pavilion Themed Concrete Previously, concrete work had begun near the entrance to  La Cantina de San Angel on the opposite side of the Mexico Pavilion pyramid. The new concrete is a slightly more orange color compared to the older pavement. It … Read more

JAMMitors Now Performing Wearing Updated Custodial Cast Member Costumes in EPCOT

Three performers in blue uniforms play music on metal trash cans outdoors, with flowers and greenery in the background.

The JAMMitor clean-up crew is now breaking it down in the new custodial costumes that debuted at Walt Disney World earlier today. New JAMMitor Costumes Just earlier today, custodians around Walt Disney World Resort began wearing the new costumes which were revealed by Disney in a video last month. Custodians previously wore all white, but the … Read more

New 626 Day Stitch MagicBand+ Arrives at Walt Disney World

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A new Stitch MagicBand+ has arrived at Walt Disney World for Stitch Day, a.k.a. 626 Day. We found the band at Pin Traders in EPCOT. 626 Day Stitch MagicBand+ – $54.99 The MagicBand+ is red with orange, white, and blue Hawaiian flowers. Stitch is featured in various poses on the band. The center puck looks … Read more

Concrete Poured in Preparation for New Signage at Test Track in EPCOT

A construction area with scaffolding, equipment, orange cones, and a "Test Track Coming Soon" sign in front.

Test Track is set to open at EPCOT sometime this summer, and work on the exterior appears to be wrapping up as preparation for signage has begun. Test Track Construction In our last update, trucks were parked just outside the main entrance to Test Track. Now, the trucks are gone, replaced by several orange caution … Read more

BREAKING: 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Dates and Details Announced

A sign for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle is displayed in front of decorative installations and foliage, with the iconic EPCOT geodesic sphere in the background.

Walt Disney World has announced the dates and early details for the upcoming 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Dates The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from August 28 through November 22, 2025. 2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Marketplaces This year’s festival … Read more

Germany Pavilion-Inspired Backpack Now Available in EPCOT

Red and green backpack with "Germany" text and cartoon mice by a cuckoo clock, hanging on a store display.

A new Germany Pavilion-inspired backpack matching the Germany merchandise collection is available for sale at Das Kaufhaus in EPCOT. Germany Pavilion Backpack – $79.99 Mickey and Minnie are featured on this backpack in traditional German clothing.  Mickey is wearing green and yellow lederhosen and is playing the accordion. Minnie is wearing a green dress with a red … Read more

PHOTOS: Popcorn Cart Catches Fire in EPCOT

Three workers stand near a futuristic Popcorn Cart at EPCOT; one holds a fire extinguisher, others chatting under umbrellas.

A popcorn cart located in World Celebration in EPCOT caught fire earlier today, with Cast Members quickly putting out the flames. Popcorn Cart Catches Fire View this post on Instagram A post shared by Robert Alcantara (@travelingwithrobert) A video of the fire incident was shared on Instagram by @travelingwithrobert. In the video, the popcorn cart … Read more

New Pastel Figment Loungefly Mini Backpack Arrives at EPCOT

A lavender and peach backpack featuring Figment's face and wings, displayed in a store with matching merchandise.

The previously announced pastel Figment Loungefly backpack has made its way to EPCOT, featuring everyone’s favorite purple dragon. We found the backpack for sale in ImageWorks in World Celebration. At the time of publication, the matching ear headband is not yet for sale. The matching set was announced for the Disney Store website in April, … Read more