EPCOT

Welcome to all things EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida!

  • Aug- 2025 -
    14 August
    Disney World guest with Mickey Mouse (L) and Pluto (R) at Disney World.

    Disney World Confirms Updated Prices for EPCOT Theme Park

    Bring an appetite and your wallet. Related: Bye-Bye: Disney Closing Fan-Favorite Park Ride for a Long, Long Time As the leaves start to change, anticipation builds for one of the most delightful culinary events at Walt Disney World: the International Food & Wine Festival at EPCOT. Disney has revealed new food prices for the festival this year, along with menus, ensuring that guests can plan their

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  • 13 August
    The top of Spaceship Earth at night at EPCOT

    Wait… Did EPCOT Finally Update the Spaceship Earth Ride?

    Exterior work on Spaceship Earth has been quietly progressing as the EPCOT attraction approaches its upcoming lengthy refurbishment. On August 6, Disney Fanatic reported that crews replaced the dull, white panels on the Eastern side of the Project Tomorrow building attached to Spaceship Earth. This building isn’t the iconic geodesic sphere, but it houses the ride’s post-show experience and the adu

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  • 13 August
    EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

    Disney Introduces All-You-Can-Drink Alcohol Option to EPCOT

    For decades, alcohol was strictly off-limits at Disney parks. That rule has shifted dramatically in recent years—and nowhere is the transformation more obvious than EPCOT. Known for attracting an older crowd thanks to its international food and drink offerings, the park has become a destination not just for families, but for adult guests seeking more elevated experiences. That evolution continues

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  • 13 August
    EPCOT World Showcase Cast members on a bright sunny day outside with plates of food and drinks from the Food and Wine Festival for guests at Disney World.

    Disney Doubling Down on Alcohol at EPCOT, Will Offer Unlimited Booze

    A new offering is arriving at Walt Disney World’s most adult-friendly park—and it’s all about champagne. EPCOT, long known for its global dining experiences and boozy walkabouts, is expanding its menu of alcoholic options once again. This fall, the park will introduce a new champagne-forward experience as part of the 2025 International Food and Wine Festival. It’s a shift that reflects how much ha

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  • 13 August
    Disney World guest with Mickey Mouse (L) and Pluto (R) at Disney World.

    Longstanding Disney World ‘Rope Drop’ Experience Officially Ends?

    Disney World “rope dropping” will not be the same for guests entering this Disney park. New gates are being placed that will no longer give the same feel or meaning to the word “rope drop.” No More ‘Rope Dropping’ at This Disney World Park? The morning rush at EPCOT is always electric—MagicBands tapping, Cast Members smiling, and Spaceship Earth towering overhead like a pro

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  • 12 August
    Aerial view of EPCOT taken from a plane.

    Disney World’s World Showcase Gets Updated, Pavilion Officially Changed

    A new performance has arrived at EPCOT’s World Showcase, adding a live entertainment option to the France Pavilion. Acrobatico!, a high-energy acrobatic production, is now appearing multiple times daily, offering guests an up-close view of flips, aerial moves, and synchronized routines. The show is staged Sunday through Thursday at 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 5:15 p.m., with n

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  • 11 August
    People walk around the Japan World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT.

    EPCOT Issues 2025 Closure Notice for Japan Area

    A popular location in EPCOT’s Japan World Showcase Pavilion has unexpectedly closed, and construction walls have gone up without any formal announcement from Walt Disney World Resort. While the rest of the pavilion remains open, one spot is now unavailable to guests — and could stay that way for a while. On August 11, WDWMagic reported that the Garden House sake kiosk in the Japan World Showcase P

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  • 10 August
    Journey into Imagination with Figment

    Fans Divided Over EPCOT’s Upcoming Attraction Updates and Retheming Choices

    Rumors Surrounding EPCOT Attraction Changes Budget constraints loom over Disney as it considers much-needed updates to attractions at EPCOT. The theme park has been the focus of speculation regarding potential changes, as fans eagerly await the upcoming D23 Expo announcements. Observers note that while Disney invests significant resources into its parks, not all attractions can receive priority tr

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  • 7 August
    A stunning nighttime view of Epcot's Spaceship Earth at Walt Disney World, featuring the iconic geodesic sphere illuminated with purple and orange lights. Palm trees surround the structure, and the sky above is clear and dark at Disney World.

    Unbelievable EPCOT Police Standoff Involving Disney Annual Passholder Goes Viral

    Walt Disney World Resort is known for its magical atmosphere, but every so often, tensions can rise, leading to unexpected situations. A recent event at EPCOT has caught the attention of Disney fans everywhere. While the parks are typically a place of joy and wonder, one incident involving a Disney World Annual Passholder and security forces has sparked debate. As new footage circulates, questions

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  • 7 August
    Mickey Mouse at EPCOT inside Disney World.

    Leaking, Sinking EPCOT Dock Gets Major Update From Disney World Officials

    Disney World guests were happy to hear that a certain dock is no longer sinking and will soon open again to the public. Disney World Guests Rejoice as Dock No Longer Underwater Guests were shocked last month when a section of EPCOT’s World Showcase appeared to be sinking—literally. The FriendShip dock near the Morocco Pavilion was visibly dipping beneath the waterline, raising concerns about safet

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