Tag: EPCOT
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New Sweet Treats Arrive at EPCOT
EPCOT is a delicious place to visit. Yes, there are attractions. Yes, there are amazing cultural experiences. However, there are also some incredible foods to taste and drinks to enjoy while strolling around this second park at Walt Disney World Resort. Now, there are a few more sweet treats for guests to enjoy at EPCOT.…
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Portraits of Canada | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 2, 1986
On this day in 1986, the Disney Circle-Vision 360-degree film ‘Portraits of Canada’ debuted at the Expo ‘86 world exposition in Vancouver, BC. The documentary tour was directed by Jeff Blyth, the filmmaker behind the Disney Parks Circle-Vision films, ‘Wonders of China’ and ‘American Journeys.’ Narrator Christopher Plummer highlighted the people, sites, and sounds of…
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Patrick Warburton Shares Soarin’ Across America Video
For many fans of the Disney Parks, Patrick Warburton is the friendly flight attendant before experiencing Soarin’ Around the World or Soarin’ Over California. Soon, he will also be the friendly flight attendant for a new flight. This one will see guests seeing some incredible sights over the United States of America for Soarin’ Across…
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British Invasion | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 30, 2011
On this day in 2011, the band British Invasion ended their 15-year run performing at the U.K. Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World. The group began as a Beatles tribute band, playing sets from each Beatles era while dressed in costumes to match. In later years, they expanded to include songs from other popular…
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Disney Reveals Dates and Details for 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
One of the most delicious festivals at Walt Disney World is the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. Today, Disney shared the dates and details for the 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. This celebration of cuisines from around the world will begin this year on August 27th and continue through November 21st. This…
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New Drinks Debut at EPCOT’s GEO-82
New drinks are debuting at EPCOT’s GEO-82. This 21+ lounge and bar at EPCOT is found in the back of the Spaceship Earth building, facing World Showcase Lagoon. This provides for some beautiful views while enjoying some tasty bites and delicious drinks. GEO-82 officially opened on June 4, 2025. Just short of a year later,…
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Disney Shares Story of Gary the Gardener From EPCOT
The history of Disney is made up of a bunch of stories of people who have made the magic come alive. This maybe people who have helped create movies, build theme parks, operate attractions, entertain guests, or even beautify the parks’ gardens. Gary fits into this last category. He has worked at Walt Disney World…
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The Art of Sugar Painting Returning to EPCOT’s China Pavilion at Walt Disney World
Sugar painting is making a comeback at Walt Disney World at EPCOT’s China Pavilion. It was last offered in 2019 during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. About Sugar Painting Sugar painting is a form of traditional Chinese folk art and sugar confectionery, using hot, liquid sugar to create two-dimensional objects on a marble or metal surface.…
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Sterling K. Brown | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 5, 1976
On this day in 1976, actor Sterling K. Brown was born. Marvel fans know him as N’Jobu from ‘Black Panther.’ For Disney, Brown can be heard in ‘Frozen II’ as the voice of Lieutenant Mattias. He also narrated the ‘One Day at Disney’ documentary series on Disney+. Hulu subscribers can watch Brown in ‘Paradise’ and…
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Check Out The New Takumi-Tei Spring Menu at EPCOT
Takumi-Tei has unveiled a new spring menu at EPCOT. This restaurant, found in the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT, is known for its omakase experience. This means that it is a “leave it up to the chef” menu. Recently, this menu was updated for the spring season by Disney chefs at EPCOT. This was experienced by…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Details And Openings for Cool KIDS’ SUMMER
Cool KIDS’ SUMMER is returning to Walt Disney World Resort! Details were announced today about what exactly it will entail this coming summer. Starting on May 24th, this will offer the opening of attractions, stage shows, and other limited-time entertainment before it concludes on September 8, 2026. In short, it is fun for the whole…
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Figment Cartoon Comes to Life in New ‘How NOT To Draw’ Short
A new episode of How NOT To Draw has been released on YouTube. In it, a cartoon version of Figment comes to life. The short is narrated by Neil Patrick Harris, who is joined by Figment (voiced by A.J. LoCascio). Together, they use imagination and are inspired by items in the room to create different…
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‘Portraits of Courage’ Extended Through 4th of July Weekend at EPCOT
Disney is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States with “Disney Celebrates America.” This has seen the company make a special appearance in the 137th Rose Parade, the announcement of Soarin’ Across America arriving later this spring/summer, and more. Today, Disney shared that the Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s…
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Disney Reveals First Look at New ‘Frozen Ever After’ Audio-Animatronic Figures at EPCOT
Frozen Ever After is scheduled to reopen at EPCOT tomorrow with updated Audio-Animatronic figures. The updates are focused on the faces, with the technology being updated from a projection technology to a much more advanced, fully-articulated physical face. This is utilizing technology that was originally developed and utilized by the Hong Kong Disneyland version of…
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New Details Released About 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival
Walt Disney World Resort has released new details about the 2026 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival. This includes a lineup of who will be a part of the Garden Rocks Concert Series and teases about the over 60 character topiaries that guests will be able to experience. There will also be other experiences and outdoor…
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Disney Legend Paige O’Hara to Appear at Disney Fine Art Kiosk at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Disney Fine Art has brought in some incredible artists throughout this year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The festival has featured Disney Fine Art, bringing in artists such as Tony Baxter, Bret Iwan, Heather Edwards, Tim Rogerson, and many more. This week, Disney Legend Paige O’Hara will be found with her artwork at the…
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New Audio-Animatronic Figures to Debut in Epcot’s Frozen Ever After on February 12th
EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After is getting some of its Audio-Animatronic figures updated. Currently, the attraction is closed while the updates are put in place. When it reopens, Anna and Elsa will look better than ever before in the Walt Disney World Resort attraction. The attraction is set to reopen with the enhanced figures on February…
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EPCOT’s Impressions de France and Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along to Close for Refurbishment
Two shows that share a theater in EPCOT will be closing for refurbishment later this month. The home of Impressions de France and the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will be closing on February 22, 2026 for a routine refurbishment. The following post was found on the Walt Disney World website for the attraction: Impressions…
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Disney Parks Share Look at ‘Once Upon A Stage: The Magic of DISNEY ON BROADWAY’ at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
As the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts kicks off at Walt Disney World Resort, Disney has shared a look at the exhibit Once Upon A Stage: The Magic of DISNEY ON BROADWAY. This gives guests at EPCOT a behind-the-scenes look at DISNEY ON BROADWAY. This exhibit is at CommuniCore Hall each day between 9:00…
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EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Merchandise Highlights
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has kicked off at Walt Disney World Resort. Guests will be able to experience the many different types of artistic offerings at EPCOT during this festival, which continues until February 23, 2026. Along with the visual art, there is also culinary art and performance art to be experienced. This…
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Voice of Mickey Mouse & Disney Fine Artist, Bret Iwan, to Appear at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts starts on February 16 and continues through February 23rd. During this beautiful festival, EPCOT will be full of many different types of art. Ranging from artwork to bring home to culinary art to some incredible entertainment art, there is no shortage of ways to appreciate (or learn…
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Disney Fine Artist Tim Rogerson to Appear at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will be offered at Walt Disney World Resort from January 16 to February 23, 2026. Throughout its run, there will be a variety of artistic offerings to experience. This ranges from entertainment to culinary arts to other forms of art that will delight guests visiting EPCOT during this…
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Disney and Citizen Announce Magical Holiday Countdown Experience with Free Watch Engraving at EPCOT
Disney and Citizen have announced a magical holiday countdown experience. With this experience, guests can get their new Citizen watches engraved for free when visiting EPCOT. This all centers around the Gingerbread Spaceship Earth display and light show that can be found in EPCOT’s CommuniCore Hall. As the clock counts down to midnight on New…
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GUIDE: Here’s What’s Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026
Earlier this week, the Disneyland Resort shared what is coming throughout the year in 2026. This includes the arrival of Bluey, dates for Oogie Boogie Bash, and more. Now, Walt Disney World Resort has shared what is coming throughout this upcoming year. There is no shortage of things to be excited about. This includes the…