New, Enhanced Custom Lighting Package Coming to Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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The Spaceship Earth refurbishment was put on pause for the reopening of EPCOT, but during today’s EPCOT – The Magic of Possibility D23 presentation, it was revealed that Spaceship Earth will be receiving an enhanced lighting package as part of its overhaul. According to Imagineer Zach Riddley, an enhanced lighting package will be installed for … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Resort Gingerbread 2020 Ornament Pins Debut at Walt Disney World – Featuring Figment, Moana, and More

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Even though there won’t be gingerbread houses at Walt Disney World Resort hotels this year, the popular holiday centerpieces still get their due as part of an ornament-shaped pin collection! The pins, themed to select resort hotels and EPCOT, are limited edition, with edition sizes varying depend on the resorts. Let’s take a closer look! … Read more

PHOTOS: Entrance Facade Work Continues on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster at EPCOT

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Just a day after we reported that façade work had begun on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT, things have moved along quite a bit. We now have a better look at the aluminum studs for a wall that’s being installed in front of the former Universe of Energy building. Most of the … Read more

PHOTOS: Space 220 Entrance Sign Installed at Upcoming EPCOT Restaurant

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While we still don’t have an opening date, another major milestone in the construction of Space 220 has been reached at EPCOT. Signage is now in place near the queue for Mission: SPACE, where the entrance will be located for the restaurant. Previously, we saw a similar sign partially revealed in front of the attraction. … Read more

Walt Disney World Park Pass Availability Replenished for November & December 2020, Full Availability for Annual Passholders on New Year’s Eve

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Walt Disney World Park Passes have been replenished for part of November and most of December 2020. All four parks are now currently available for all types of guests, including Disney Resort Guests, Annual Passholders, and guests with theme park tickets, for November 29th and 30th. Most types of passes are also available throughout the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/16/20 (JAMMitors Move To The Mill Stage, Yorkshire County Fish Shop Now Open Seven Days A Week, Troll Horns Return To Kringla Bakeri og Kafe, and More)

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Hello from another beautiful day here at EPCOT! With only a week left of the Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, we took some time to enjoy our favorites from the Festival as we searched for what’s new around the park. We took a stroll around World Showcase and are excited to bring … Read more

PHOTO: First Look Inside Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT

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Though Space 220 in EPCOT has no opening date, we do know that construction has been moving steadily. We spotted the restaurant’s sign back in September, and some fences came down last month. Now Disney has given us our first look inside the restaurant during the IAAPA Expo today. Guests inside the restaurant will feel … Read more

CONFIRMED: Josh D’Amaro Announces “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” Will Open at EPCOT in 2021

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On the heels of rumors of a delayed grand opening, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro has confirmed today that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will be opening in 2021 at the France Pavilion expansion in EPCOT. The announcement was made during today’s IAAPA Expo 2020 keynote presentation. No additional details were revealed during the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/14/20 (Living with the Land Christmas Overlay, Innoventions Demolition, Nighttime Character Encounters, and More)

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Hello from EPCOT on yet another busy weekend! Now that The Walt Disney Company has broken the silence and admitted to an increase in park capacity, the slowly increasing crowds have a bit more of an explanation. Despite the number of guests in the park, there are still plenty of updates and developments from the … Read more

PHOTOS: Say “Buongiorno” to New Mickey and Minnie Italia Collection at EPCOT

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Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on their Italian adventures with the new Italia collection at the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT. Hop on a gondola and sail with us as we take a deeper look at the merchandise. Gray Italia Short-Sleeved T-shirt — $36.99 La vita è bella with this dark gray T-shirt decorated with … Read more

PHOTOS: Bird’s-eye View Shows Current State of “Harmonious” Nighttime Show Barge Construction Backstage at EPCOT

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We have seen glimpses of “Harmonious” construction during flights on the Disney Skyliner. Only what is above the treetops is visible from the Skyliner. Fortunately, Twitter user bioreconstruct has shared amazing aerial views of progress on the upcoming nighttime spectacular. Let’s take a closer look at what bioreconstruct was able to capture. An overview of … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Living With the Land Christmas Holiday Overlay Installation Completed at EPCOT

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Cast Members have added the final elements to the holiday overlay at Living With the Land. The EPCOT attraction now has holiday lighting and displays throughout its greenhouses. This is the first we have seen the lights in the tunnel connecting to the greenhouse. Miniature lights are wrapped around the support structure in the back. … Read more

EPCOT Extends Evening Park Hours Weekends in November and December

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EPCOT has extended park hours for most weekends in December and one Sunday in November. Park hours were previously 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. EPCOT will be open until 10:00 PM on the following days. November 29 December 4-6 December 11-13 December 18-19 Magic Kingdom has also extended its hours these days. Keep checking WDWNT for updates … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 11/11/20 (Apple Fritter Donut Holes Redeemed, Yorkshire County Fish Shop Now Open Five Days a Week, New Passholder Holiday Merchandise, Innoventions West Demolition, and More)

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Greetings, World Travelers, and hello from a very cloudy and breezy EPCOT! With Hurricane Eta unable to make up its mind regarding intensity and direction, we’ve had some blustery, wet weather here in central Florida, but that’s never stopped us from having a little fun at the parks. We found some things to show you … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/11/20): Cinderella Castle Stage Mystery Unsolved, Woody’s Lunch Box Reopening Soon, Veteran’s Day Salute, New Merchandise at Disneyland, a Riviera 2-Bedroom Suite Tour, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Spiked Frozen Apple Pie Moonshine Brings a Smooth, Sweet Drink (and a New Souvenir Cup!) to Block & Hans at EPCOT

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If you’re thirsty for a patriotic beverage (or on the hunt for the next souvenir cup), Block & Hans at The American Adventure in EPCOT has just the thing. Spiked Frozen Apple Pie is now available at the stand, served in a plastic Mason jar featuring the Block & Hans logo. This is an early … Read more