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Disney Secretly Launches Merch Item Just for the Ultimate EPCOT Fans

There are Disney fans… and then there are EPCOT fans. The kind who can hum classic pavilion music, quote attraction lines, and spot old-school references from a mile away. Those fans just got a special little treat. Disney quietly released holiday merch that only faithful EPCOT supporters will understand, and if you don’t immediately recognize the vibe, you might walk right past it. For those who do recognize it? It’s already a holiday highlight.

The timing couldn’t be better either, because Walt Disney World has officially entered peak holiday mode.

Guests riding Test Track
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Christmas Spirit Takes Over Walt Disney World

Tinsel and lights now decorate nearly every inch of the resort. Holiday treats hit menus, seasonal plush fill the shelves, and guests are grabbing spirit jerseys and peppermint-inspired accessories faster than you can say “hot cocoa.” Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party starts soon, and Magic Kingdom already looks like it belongs on a Christmas postcard.

All of that festive energy builds toward one of the most anticipated seasonal shifts of the year: EPCOT’s holiday takeover.

Goofy, Minnie, Mickey, Donald, and Pluto at Disney World
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EPCOT Prepares for its Global Celebration

Once Thanksgiving passes, EPCOT shifts gears and launches its international celebration of winter holidays. Food booths plate up seasonal comfort dishes, storytellers share cultural holiday traditions, and the famous Candlelight Processional fills the air with music.

Guests grab cookies, sip holiday beverages, and wander through World Showcase, soaking in the seasonal joy. It’s thoughtful, cozy, and full of that classic EPCOT magic that blends nostalgia with cultural warmth.

And what pairs perfectly with that atmosphere? A merch drop celebrating EPCOT’s most iconic character.

Santa Claus and a woman in festive clothing interact with three smiling children in holiday attire outdoors at Epcot, near a decorated Christmas tree and festive buildings.
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Disney Icon Gets Festive

The purple dragon is back in the spotlight. Last year, Figment’s holiday sweater from Journey Into Imagination became a runaway hit once Disney turned it into wearable merch. Fans absolutely loved it — so Disney took note.

This season brings a new Figment-themed surprise: Mickey ears designed with the exact sweater style from the ride’s holiday overlay. It’s a sly nod to fans who fell in love with last year’s drop and recognized the pattern immediately. Disney also added Figment ornaments and themed bags, rounding out a lineup that feels tailor-made for those who adore EPCOT’s whimsical spirit.

It doesn’t shout for attention — it rewards those who already have their eyes open.

A purple dragon figurine in a blue sweater holds up an "EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays" sign, with colorful, blurred epcot lights twinkling in the background.
Credit: Disney

More Holiday Gear Across the Resort

Figment isn’t the only one getting festive. Disney rolled out loads of Christmas merch across the property, including:

  • Peppermint-themed zip-up jacket

  • Mickey Santa plush buddy

  • Pluto holiday hat with lights

  • Holiday tumbler and matching bag

  • Peppermint-red Loungefly bag

Whether you want cozy apparel or park-ready holiday style, there’s something for everyone.

A woman with curly hair is smiling and wearing Mickey Mouse ears with a large white bow at Epcot. The background is outdoors with some blurred orange and green elements.
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A Subtle Celebration for True EPCOT Fans

Some merch drops scream for attention. This one quietly embraces EPCOT’s heart and history, rewarding fans who spot the details. As the resort prepares for a month filled with treats, entertainment, and festive experiences, this release sets the tone for a cheerful EPCOT season.

If you spot someone rocking those sweater-pattern ears, you’ll instantly know — that’s not just any Disney guest. That’s an EPCOT fan through and through.

Sarah Larson

Sarah is a theme park enthusiast who loves visiting Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. She enjoys covering the latest attractions, park updates, hotel changes, and industry developments for theme park fans. A dedicated Marvel fan, she never passes up an opportunity to ride her favorite Disney attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. When it comes to Disney classics, Pirates of the Caribbean still holds the top spot on her list. At Universal, she’s a big fan of the thrills of VelociCoaster, but Men in Black: Alien Attack remains a personal favorite, where she proudly considers herself a professional "Galactic Defender."

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