Tag: EPCOT
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Impressions de France – A Month of Thanksgiving
One of my favorite places that Disney has created is EPCOT. One of my favorite places within EPCOT is the France Pavilion. Inside the France Pavilion, I absolutely love Impressions de France. Today, this is what I’m thankful for. There are multiple reasons behind this, but as I think about this opening-day show at EPCOT,…
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New 2026 Walt Disney World Ticket Deal Announced for Disney+ Subscribers
A new Walt Disney World ticket deal has been announced for Disney+ subscribers visiting in 2026. This perk is available today to Disney+ subscribers who have enrolled in Disney+ Perks. They can purchase a 3-day, 3-park ticket that starts at $109 per day, plus tax ($325 total, plus tax). It allows guests to visit between…
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The Romantic Road Miniature Train Village – A Month of Thanksgiving
For those who have been following me or Daps Magic for any extended period of time, my love of trains has probably been observed. Ever since I was a little boy, trains have been a part of my life. When I was around six years old, my Dad made a HO Scale train set in…
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Figment – A Month of Thanksgiving
Figment is one of my favorite Disney characters. This little purple dragon embodies the spirit of imagination, and looking at him always inspires me to use that muscle. He also makes me smile. He is lovable, funny, and uplifting. In many ways, I think he is a wonderful representation of the imagination of Walt Disney…
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New Perk Available for Disney Vacation Club Members at EPCOT
For almost 35 years, Disney Vacation Club has provided Members with memorable vacations not only at Disney Parks, but many other locations around the world. Disney Vacation Club is the timeshare arm of Disney Experiences that gives members perks and opportunities other guests may not be able to enjoy. Membership perks range from special events,…
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Disney Shares About Bringing ‘Soarin’ Across America’ to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts
As part of its celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, Disney has announced that it will be bringing a new version of Soarin’ to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. This will take fliers on a journey across the United States of America where they will get to see…
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Walt Disney World Resort’s Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Converting to 2D
Currently, guests who experience Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT put on 3D glasses when they shrink down to go on an adventure with the little Chef Remy. Soon, this will not be the case. Walt Disney World Resort has announced that the attraction will be converted from 3D to 2D very soon. The announcement can…
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Co-Founder and Director of Disney Mariachi Cobre at EPCOT Honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
In recent weeks, Daps Magic has been covering the stories of cast members who have received the Walt Disney Legacy Award this year (read about when Mr. Daps attended a Walt Disney Legacy Award ceremony here). There have been quite a few who have been from the Disneyland Resort. Today, the cast member who is…
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Reservations for EPCOT’s Behind the Seeds: Glimmering Greenhouses to Open on October 9th
One of the most beautiful offerings at EPCOT during the holidays is Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses. This holiday overlay of Living with the Land comes to life with Christmas lights and other decorations at night. Accompanying this holiday overlay is the Behind the Seeds: Glimmering Greenhouses tour. Both this version of the…
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Walt Disney World’s Spaceship Earth Gets Reopening Date
Since August 25, Spaceship Earth has been closed at EPCOT. The iconic attraction has had walls around it as guests enter EPCOT and walk around it. As work has continued on the attraction, the reopening date has been unknown. On its webpage, only the following was posted: “Spaceship Earth will be temporarily closed for a…
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Walt Disney World Resort Releases Dates and Details for 2026 Disney After Hours
Walt Disney World Resort has released dates and details for its special-ticketed after-hours events at its parks for 2026. These events offer guests a unique way to experience Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, featuring lower wait times for attractions, the opportunity to meet some of their favorite characters, and complimentary snacks. With limited…
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It’s All About the New – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #782
It’s all about new stuff on this week’s Geeks Corner! Join Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear as they talk about this week’s Disney and positive stuff! This includes the new Disneyland Ambassadors, new movie nights at Downtown Disney District, new narrators for EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional, a new trailer for ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu,’ a new…
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Narrator Lineup Announced for Candlelight Processional at EPCOT
Disney has announced the lineup of celebrity narrators for the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT this year. This annual tradition utilizes a mass choir of cast members and community singers, the incredible Voices of Liberty, a 50-piece orchestra, and the story of Christmas told by a celebrity narrator. Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators Showtimes: 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m.,…
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VIDEO: Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT
Test Track is once again open at EPCOT. After the third iteration of this attraction opened at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, people have been talking about what a great job Walt Disney Imagineering did with this attraction. During a recent trip to Walt Disney World Resort for Destination D23 – A Journey Around…
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It’s Almost Time to Play September Repeatedly On Guardians of the Galxy: Cosmic Rewind Again
For the third year in a row, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be playing September by Earth, Wind & Fire repeatedly on September 21st. The news was announced this morning on social media by Walt Disney World Resort. September is one of the six songs that can be experienced aboard Guardians of the…
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Voices of Liberty Give Special Performances for Labor Day at EPCOT
On September 1, 2025, the Voices of Liberty at the America Pavilion at EPCOT gave special performances throughout the day for Labor Day. The performances were similar to other days with added flourishes for the special day. This included some unique lighting throughout the day. The vocal ensemble also doubled up for the final song…
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Ray Bradbury | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 22, 1920
On this day in 1920, author and ardent Disney supporter Ray Bradbury was born. He is well known for his fiction books, including ‘Fahrenheit 451.’ Bradbury and Walt Disney were also close friends. He had a strong interest in science fiction, which led to a fascination with Audio-Animatronics and Imagineering. Bradbury helped design Spaceship Earth…
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EPCOT: Test Track Original Soundtrack Now Available on Music Streaming Services
Listen to the EPCOT: Test Track Original Soundtrack now! Enjoy Zain Effendi’s dynamic music and immerse yourself in the journey.
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Test Track Officially Reopens at EPCOT
After a 13 month closure, Test Track has reopened at EPCOT and is now giving guests the chance to discover the future of transportation!
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Alex Trebek | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 22, 1940
On this day in 1940, television personality Alex Trebek was born.
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Walt Disney World Resort Shares Details About Holiday Season
Explore the magic of the Holidays at Walt Disney World. Enjoy festive decorations, special events, and holiday entertainment!
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Dates and Details Released for 2025 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
Dates and details have been released for the 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort.
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2025 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Lineup Announced
This lineup for the 2025 Eat to the Beat Concert Series has been announced for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. See it out here!
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Test Track to Utilize Standby Queue and Lightning Lane Multi Pass When it Reopens at EPCOT
More details have been revealed about the reopening of Test Track at EPCOT on July 22nd. Check them all out here!