Tag: EPCOT
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Cast Members from Disney’s “All-New” Mickey Mouse Club to Have a Homecoming to Walt Disney World Resort this Weekend
Who’s the leader of the club that’s made for you and me? Generations have known this answer is M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! Since 1955, there have been many magical iterations of the Mickey Mouse Club, all spreading the love and joy of Disney. This weekend, Walt Disney World Resort will host cast members from all seven seasons…
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Takumi-Tei Restaurant Coming to Delight Walt Disney World Guests at World Showcase in Summer 2019
As Epcot continues to grow and transform this year, there is going to be so much to do and see! We announced that the space-themed restaurant would be coming to World Showcase this year and now we have even more exciting foodie news to share! This summer, Takumi-Tei Restaurant will be coming to Japan Pavilion…
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24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Expands to 87 Days Global Dining Delights and Festival Fun on Tap Aug. 29-Nov. 23
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 9, 2019) – A culinary mashup of global cultures and gourmet innovation will bring irresistible bites, sips, entertainment and family fun to the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Aug. 29-Nov 23, 2019. This year, the celebrated summer-into-fall festival at Walt Disney World Resort will add a dozen extra…
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It’s a Season of Plenty this Fall at Walt Disney World Resort
New nighttime shows, the longest foodie festival in Disney history, and a galaxy far, far away among many highlights in 2019 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 10, 2019) – As the calendar turns the page into fall later this year, the curtain will lift on an exciting time for Walt Disney World Resort. Star Wars:…
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U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels Soar Over Epcot for National Military Appreciation Month
Last week the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flew over Epcot and Spaceship Earth in a spectacular display of precision flying. This was done to honor and celebrate National Military Appreciation Month. The Blue Angels flew over Spaceship Earth twice. They did so from 500 feet above the ground as they traveled 250 miles per hour.…
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“Epcot Forever” Gets an Opening Date this Fall at Walt Disney World Resort
This Fall, we will say goodbye to “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” on September 30, 2019. After a wonderful 20-year run, it is time for a new nighttime spectacular to make its home in Epcot. This October, gather around the World Showcase Lagoon to enjoy the breathtaking show of “Epcot Forever!” The show, debuting October 1…
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Two Epcot Fan Favorite Festivals to Make Their Return This Fall Amidst Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening
We all know that the biggest Disney parks news of the year is the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on both coasts. While Walt Disney World‘s new land will open on August 29th, guests who want to avoid the crowds at Hollywood Studios can head on over to Epcot. The annual Epcot International Food…
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Your Official Guide to Disney PhotoPass at Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World
It is time again for one of my favorite seasons at Epcot! With Spring comes the delightful colors and sights of Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival! With so many sights to see around the park, you have to be sure to get your perfect shot for Instagram! We are excited to share your full…
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Sunday Spotlight: Maelstrom
Maelstrom was a ride that used to be found in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot. This flume attraction gave guests a taste of Norway. As guests floated through this attraction there was both myth and realistic elements of Norway portrayed. The attraction opened on July 5, 1988. For this attraction guests boarded their boats and…
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“Awesome Planet” On-Screen Experience Coming to the Land Pavilion at Epcot in Walt Disney World Resort
As Epcot continues to grow and change, we get the opportunity to see many new things come to the park! Today, we are excited to announce that the Land pavilion is getting an all-new on-screen experience called “Awesome Planet”. “Awesome Planet,” is an exploration of the world we call home. The film showcases the beauty,…
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New Authentic Crêperie Coming to Epcot’s France Pavilion Expansion at Walt Disney World Resort
A new Ratatouille attraction isn’t the only new thing coming to the France pavilion at Epcot. There will also be an authentic crêperie included in the expansion of this area. The new eatery is going to be built in the new Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure area of the France Pavilion. The new crêperie’s cuisine is being…
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The 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Blooms to the Delight of Guests – A Pictorial Look
The 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival started this last week, which is a delight to guests. The park is a floral fantasy, with Disney topiaries abound! Our friend Jacob sent us some photos of this year’s topiaries and merchandise for us to share with you. There are plenty of characters, including a few…
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Garden Rocks Concert Series Expands to Every Day of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, March 6-June 3
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Garden Rocks Concert Series is back – every single day of the 26th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! For the first time since the popular spring extravaganza expanded to 90 days, Garden Rocks concerts will play seven days a week, three times daily, for a total of 270 concerts…
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Color Quest – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 922 (#440)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot to cover. The show starts off with the Oscars, moves to the parks, and then beyond! We hope you enjoy this episode of GEEKS CORNER. Share your thoughts in the comments below on the various topics! Let’s go to the corner! GEEKS…
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Playtime at Epcot – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter! This week Caitie is sitting in for Mr. DAPs. There is a lot of news from around the Disney and geek communities to cover. This ranges from Disney Channel news, Disneyland news, Walt Disney World news, and a giveaway! We hope you enjoy this week’s DISNEY Reporter and…
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Epcot Entrance to Get a New Look as Part of Historic Multi-Year Transformation
The future is now! As you may have seen around Epcot recently, change is coming to the experimental prototype community of tomorrow. We are excited to announce that even more is coming! As part of an unprecedented move, Epcot is going to get a brand new pavilion! Underneath the dome of the former Wonders of…
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Meet Disney’s “Wreck-It Ralph” Stars Ralph and Vanellope at Their New Location in Epcot
Last fall, “Wreck-It Ralph” stars Ralph and Vanellope took to Epcot to meet guests. This week, the pair of pals have gotten an official home in Epcot where guests can find them daily! This all-new location is tucked into the Imagination Pavillion in Future World. The staff at the Imagination Institute has ben testing ways…
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Fresh Smurf of Bel Air! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 920 (#438)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a ton to cover! The geeks start with news about the upcoming live-action Aladdin movie. They then pivot to the sad news of the death of Ron Miller, former CEO and President of The Walt Disney Company. At Disney California Adventure, World of Color is returning later…
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The Story of ‘Coco’ is Coming to Epcot This Spring Courtesy of the Mariachi Cobre
Epcot’s World Showcase is a wonderful place to celebrate cultures and the stories that bring them to life. This week it was announced that the Mexico Pavilion will soon be adding its own celebration of Disney•Pixar’s “Coco”! Starting March 6, you can head to the Mexico Pavillion to find another set of stories to be told.…
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26th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Blooms for 90 Days at Walt Disney World Resort
New topiaries, an expanded Garden Rocks Concert Series and other surprises await guests, March 6-June 3, 2019 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – New sights, sounds and flavors of spring will envelop Walt Disney World Resort guests beginning March 6 when the 26th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival bursts into bloom. This year’s festival will…
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Disney Begins Testing on the Disney Skyliner Gondolas at Walt Disney World
Testing has begun on the Disney Skyliner Gondolas that are opening later this year at the Walt Disney World Resort. This new state-of-the-art transportation system will allow guests to travel in the skies between Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot along with four resort hotels – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and the proposed Disney’s Riviera Resort,…
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Four Signature Epcot Festivals Welcome Guests to Walt Disney World Resort in 2019
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort celebrates the arts, flowers, food, music, holidays and non-stop family fun throughout the year during four signature theme-park festivals beginning Jan. 18. Epcot International Festival of the Arts: Jan. 18-Feb. 25 This annual celebration of visual, culinary and performing arts presents 39 fun-packed days…
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Exclusive Offers Planned for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders at the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts
Are you ready for the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts? In just one week, Epcot will be transformed into an epicenter for amazing art of all types! This festival will not only bring guests some wonderful opportunities to experience art but will also give annual passholders some amazing goodies to take home! On…