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EPCOT’s Most Requested Performance Returns Christmas Eve After 5-Year Hiatus

Voices of Liberty

EPCOT’s known for its exceptional entertainment, featuring international performers in the World Showcase and hosting seasonal celebrations. A standout group is the Voices of Liberty, an a cappella ensemble that performs in The American Adventure rotunda. Many guests plan their visits around their showtimes, as their harmonies have become a must-see experience for EPCOT regulars. For many families, including mine, ...

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Disney+ Ending Huge Holiday Perks Soon and You’re Missing Out

Kid watching Disney+

Disney+ has been actively seeking new subscribers this holiday season by offering limited-time perks, including some exciting prizes. This strategy appears to be aimed at increasing subscriber numbers as they prepare for 2026, when the platform is expected to launch significant new content. The timing is strategic, as Disney is providing these valuable sweepstakes and exclusive experiences during a period ...

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Toy Story Land Snack Stand Construction Progresses as Opening Nears

Toy Story Land

Construction on the new snack stand at Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is progressing significantly. Recent updates indicate that this eagerly awaited food location may open sooner than expected. Queue markers shaped like movie popcorn boxes have been installed, and the concrete work appears to be complete. Crew members are actively working inside the construction area, focusing on ...

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Disney Springs Security Incidents Continue as Man Discovered in Fountain With Surfboard

Disney Springs

Disney Springs is a family-friendly shopping and dining district located at Walt Disney World, attracting large crowds, especially during the holiday season. It offers an immersive outdoor experience with well-maintained landscaping and water features, creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for guests looking to enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment. Recent weeks have seen multiple security incidents at Disney Springs, raising ...

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Disney Springs Homecomin’ Holiday Brunch Returns With Limited Reservations

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen blue sign shines at Disney Springs—inviting guests to try Southern favorites.

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ has become a beloved spot at Disney Springs, renowned for its famous fried chicken and Southern comfort food, which features a farm-to-fork approach utilizing Florida ingredients. It’s one of the most sought-after reservations, with guests often planning trips around dining there. As its reputation grows, securing a table has become increasingly challenging, making it a triumph ...

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Disney Springs Restaurants Now Accessible at Orlando Airport Without Boarding Pass

orlando-new-terminal-mco

Orlando International Airport, commonly referred to as MCO, has experienced significant renovations in recent years, with Terminal C being the highlight of these upgrades. Terminal C has quickly become popular among locals and frequent travelers due to its exceptional dining options, many of which have connections to beloved restaurants at Disney Springs. Traveling out of Terminal C feels like a ...

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Disney Transformed EPCOT’s Violet Sake Stand With No Reopening Date

Spaceship Earth at EPCOT framed from the arch in the Japan Pavilion in World Showcase. At EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort

Construction walls at Disney parks, including EPCOT, can be one of the most frustrating aspects of vacation planning and the onsite experience. Nothing dampens the magic quite like arriving at your favorite snack stand or attraction, only to find it hidden behind temporary barriers decorated with concept art or generic Disney theming. For guests who meticulously plan their visits around ...

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The EPCOT Festival Nobody Talks About Is Actually the Best One — Here’s the Proof

A festive display at Epcot features large wrapped gifts and a sign reading "Epcot International Festival of the Holidays." Colorful flowers and two cartoon character cutouts are in the foreground, with Spaceship Earth in the background.

EPCOT has become the “festival” park. Most guests visiting Walt Disney World plan their trips based on which festival is happening, carefully coordinating vacation dates to coincide with specific seasonal events. The most popular festivals are the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival and the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. The crowds during those time periods definitely prove their ...

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