EPCOT
Welcome to all things EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida!
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Mar- 2026 -3 March
EPCOT Loses Another Way to Experience Cultures at Disney World
The Trading Post Refreshments bar in EPCOT's Canada Pavilion closed permanently on February 27, 2026. This adds to the growing concerns among fans about the loss of EPCOT cultural offerings at Walt Disney World. The bar was a quick-service spot for Canadian draft beers, regional wines, and famous ice wine without needing a reservation at the expensive Le Cellier steakhouse. With the closure, while
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2 March
After 97 Years, Disney Reveals a Different Look for Mickey and Minnie Mouse
Mickey and Minnie Mouse debuted sailor-inspired spring outfits at EPCOT, but only Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members with special access can meet the characters in their new looks. Disney Vacation Club posted a photo on March 2 showing the refreshed costumes available exclusively at the ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge in EPCOT's Imagination! Pavilion: ⚓✨ @mickeymouse & @minniemouse are on trend and
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Feb- 2026 -28 February
Disney Just Ripped Out All the Seating in This EPCOT Area and the Timing Is Suspicious
Disney has removed all tables, benches, and umbrellas from the breezeway seating area near Connections Café at EPCOT, which previously served as essential overflow seating. This decision comes just days before the Princess Half Marathon Weekend, raising concerns about how to accommodate the thousands of runners. The breezeway, a key pathway connecting World Discovery and World Celebration, is now
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25 February
Disney Park Just Closed a 43-Year-Old Attraction Indefinitely
Impressions de France at EPCOT closed on February 22, 2026, for refurbishment, and there is no announced reopening date. This means one of the original attractions from 1982 is now closed, with only an A-frame sign saying it's “being refurbished for your future enjoyment.” A Disney cast member is outside directing guests who expect to see the film. The 18-minute movie showcasing France
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24 February
EPCOT Mexico Area Remains Closed After February 10 Shutdown
Scaffolding continues to expand around the Mexico World Showcase Pavilion pyramid at EPCOT, two weeks after one entrance closed for refurbishment, with no timeline announced for completion. WDWNT reported on February 24 that construction supports now extend significantly farther to the left from the blocked doorway toward backstage areas near the World Discovery and World Celebration neighborhoods
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24 February
After Years of “Drinking Around the World,” EPCOT Makes Family-Friendly Statement
If you ask ten Walt Disney World guests what EPCOT is most famous for today, at least half of them will probably mention margaritas before they mention innovation. That’s not necessarily a bad thing—but it does say something about how the park’s public image has evolved over the years. “Drinking around the world” has become a full-blown tradition for many visitors. Coordinated shirts. Scorecards.
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24 February
EPCOT Absorbs Growing Attendance Across Walt Disney World
Spring at Disney World usually means one thing: EPCOT shines. The Flower & Garden Festival rolls in, the park fills with colorful topiaries, and guests happily spend hours grazing around World Showcase. But this year, EPCOT’s crowd surge isn’t just seasonal. It’s strategic. Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios are both navigating major shifts. Dinoland is closed at Animal Kingdom, and Planet Watch
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21 February
EPCOT Transforms in 11 Days, and Flowers Are Already Taking Over
EPCOT is undergoing a transformation as the 2026 International Flower & Garden Festival approaches, starting March 4. Disney's landscaping teams are already installing character topiaries throughout the park, even before the Festival of the Arts ends on February 23. Over 60 Disney and Pixar topiaries will be featured, along with 31 garden displays, outdoor kitchens, and the Garden Rocks Concert Se
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21 February
Reminder: EPCOT Is Changing Park Operations on March 1, Here is What You Need to Know
EPCOT will change its operating hours on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The park will open at 10 a.m., with Early Entry for eligible Disney resort guests starting at 9:30 a.m., both an hour later than usual. This change is due to the Disney Princess Half Marathon, which requires clear routes for runners, necessitating operational adjustments across the property. Expect delays and road closures throughout
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20 February
This Weekend Is Your Final Opportunity to Experience This Beloved Disney Event
EPCOT's Festival of the Arts ends Monday, February 23, which means Disney fans have just the weekend left to experience what many consider their absolute favorite EPCOT festival, even though it's the shortest one on the entire annual calendar at only 39 days. If you can get to EPCOT this weekend, you need to go right now. After Monday, all of this disappears until 2027, and you're going to kick yo
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