A lightning bolt effect from the 1994-2007 version of Spaceship Earth has returned to the attraction, after seemingly being non-functional for several years. Lightning Bolt Effect Returns to Spaceship Earth The effect can be spotted just after the reveal of Earth toward the end of the ride. On your backward descent to unload, the lightning … Read more
EPCOT will be closing early to regular guests on Tuesday, October 22. This closure is likely for a private event. EPCOT Closing Early Upon checking the Walt Disney World park calendars, we noticed that EPCOT is closing early on Tuesday, October 22. As usual, the park will open for guests with Early Entry at 8:30 … Read more
Guests at EPCOT won’t be able to visit CommuniCore Hall for a few days, as the location is temporarily closed ahead of the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. CommuniCore Hall Temporarily Closed As Cast Members prepare for the return of the annual Food & Wine festival, CommuniCore Hall has been temporarily closed to … Read more
Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, Eric LIVE from Japan, the DFB Cupcake Game, and rejected alternative locations for Cars at Walt Disney World. WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick … Read more
Today’s photo report features a whirlwind of park hopping madness that happened all before noon. I managed to rope drop Disney’s Animal Kingdom, pop over to EPCOT, and finish my morning with the droids of Hollywood since most of the stars have been booted. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Wilderness Explorers, are y’all ready for a wonderful … Read more
I’m fresh off a visit to EPCOT for Pin Tuesday and so excited that photo reports are back! I can’t wait to share some of my favorite moments from the day with you! A Day in EPCOT Bonjour! Chao! こんにちは! Hello from EPCOT! Food and Wine Festival 2024 is just around the corner and as … Read more
According to DVC News, the Disney Vacation Club Member Lounge in EPCOT will be rebranded as the Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge. EPCOT Disney Vacation Club Lounge Renamed In addition to the new name, the lounge will get an updated paint scheme by PPG Paints and “an engaging new exhibit of archival photos … Read more
The Figment footprints normally found at the exit of Journey Into Imagination With Figment are missing at EPCOT. Figment Footprints Missing Guests exiting Journey Into Imagination With Figment will notice that the purple dragon’s footprints are no longer lining the walls of the exit hallway. The footprints have been painted over and the walls are … Read more
Disney Lacers Mystery Vinyl Collectible Figures have raced right out of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event and into Walt Disney World. We found all of these items in Art of Disney in The American Adventure Pavilion at EPCOT. The vinyl collectibles are also available in Disney Springs as well as DisneyStore.com. Disney Lacers Mystery Vinyl … Read more
Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! It’s WDW News Tonight! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, Eric LIVE from Japan, the Disney Passholder Olympics, rejected Country Bear Musical Jamboree songs, and more! WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW … Read more
Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Management (AECOM) and the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) have published their 2023 Theme Index, an attendance report that covers attractions around the world. AECOM/TEA 2023 Theme Index Attendance Report While this attendance report is coming out in 2024, the attendance numbers reflect findings for 2023. In addition, the report returns … Read more
The Disney Eats and Stitch Attacks Snacks collections for August have arrived at Walt Disney World, this time celebrating the Disney Parks treat that is DOLE Whip — or, for this collection, the “Pineapple Swirl.” We found all of these items at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Disney Eats Pineapple Swirl Disney Eats Pineapple Swirl Spirit … Read more
The trailer for the Disney+ original series ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ has been released, and it appears that a character familiar to Disney Parks fans is going to be in the show. Fuzzball from ‘Captain EO’ Joins the ‘Skeleton Crew’ A character who resembles Fuzzball, the flying cat-like sidekick in Francis Ford Coppola’s 1986 musical … Read more
Along with the seemingly never-ending amount of seasonal merchandise this year, a new collection of spooky Halloween pins featuring Mickey and Friends is now available at Walt Disney World. We found these pins for sale in both the Emporium at Magic Kingdom and Pin Traders – Camera Center in EPCOT, though they’re likely available in … Read more
Walt Disney World has confirmed five more Global Marketplaces for the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, which will run from August 29 through November 23 this year. More Global Marketplaces Confirmed or 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival We already know that two new booths are coming, Autumn Blaze and Harvest Table. … Read more
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is rapidly approaching, with the event taking place in Anaheim, California from August 9-11. On Saturday at 7:00 p.m. PT, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro will take the stage for Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase (colloquially known as the Disney Parks panel), where announcements will be made for Disney Parks … Read more
