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The Photo Ops You Can’t Miss at This Year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

This winter is an exciting time to visit the Walt Disney World Resort with the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts happening now and running through February 20, 2023. The festival brings with it several returning favorite elements like the Disney on BROADWAY Concert Series, the ever-so-popular Figment popcorn bucket, live art demonstrations, outdoor kitchens, and so much more. One ...

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Disney Confirms This Pavilion Planned for EPCOT May Not Actually Happen

Goofy greets guests in front of the glowing Epcot dome, its colorful lights reflecting the playful spirit of the Disney Play Pavilion as visitors stroll by under the night sky.

EPCOT is currently undergoing its greatest reimagining since the Disney Park opened in 1982. If you have visited EPCOT recently, you have probably noticed the construction walls up all around World Nature, World Discovery, and World Celebration (the areas formerly known as Future World), especially as work continues on Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. While Disney World’s new Moana ...

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VIDEO: Move Over, EPCOT – This Disney Park’s Elsa Animatronic Is the Best in the Business!

Elsa, Anna, and Olaf gather for a magical moment as Mickey and Minnie Mouse wave enthusiastically in the foreground, all beaming with smiles—creating a scene reminiscent of meeting the stunning Elsa animatronic at Hong Kong Disneyland.

It’s no secret that most kids have gotten the “Frozen Fever.” Something about Disney’s Frozen series is so irresistible to Disney fans, children, and adults alike. Is it the fun, adorable characters? The whimsical, magical setting? The catchy, award-winning music? A culmination of all three? Regardless of the reason, fans love it, and Disney is well-aware. RELATED: Everything We Know About ...

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Disney Just Brought Back the Original Journey Into Imagination Attraction in a New Way

Figment the purple dragon appears against vibrant scenes from the imaginative EPCOT Festival of the Arts attraction, capturing the whimsical spirit beloved by Disney fans.

Whether you are a seasoned Disney veteran or a newbie to the Walt Disney World Resort, you probably have some familiarity with Figment. This loveable purple dragon has his own attraction in EPCOT, and serves as a sort of unofficial mascot to the annual festivals that take place at this Disney Park. Oh, and he has quite the popular popcorn ...

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PHOTO: EPCOT’s Newest Beacon of Magic Commemorates Everyone’s Favorite Dragon

Mickey Mouse and Figment the purple dragon greet guests in front of the monorail with EPCOT’s iconic glowing geodesic dome shining behind them at night, creating a magical Disney World moment.

Walt Disney World Resort truly is the Most Magical Place on Earth, from Magic Kingdom to Animal Kingdom, to Hollywood Studios, to EPCOT. To commemorate its 50th anniversary, the Walt Disney Company created the Most Magical Celebration on Earth. As a part of this 16-month-long celebration, the iconic landmarks from each Disney Park have been lit up with something called ...

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Here’s How to Get Your Own Figment Popcorn Bucket for a Limited Time

Figment plush toys, the iconic Figment popcorn bucket, classic Mickey Mouse artwork, and Spaceship Earth gleaming beneath a bright blue Epcot sky.

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts kicks off today and runs through February 20, 2023. This annual event is open of the most underrated seasonal activities at Walt Disney World encompassing the arts in all its forms with painting demonstrations, unique photo ops, a live music series featuring Broadway performers, the culinary arts, and more. Last year’s festival featured ...

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Disney Fans Rejoice as EPCOT’s Biggest Eyesore is Set to Be Removed

Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck pose together in front of EPCOT’s iconic geodesic sphere under bright blue skies, with the Harmonious barges set on World Showcase Lagoon in the background.

This week has been a whirlwind of news out of the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, with several exciting new changes coming to the theme parks and hotels on both coasts throughout this year. From changes to Park Hopping, to relaxed restrictions for Annual Passholders, and the return of a long-missed benefit for Disney Resort Guests, we can’t ...

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‘Harmonious’ Final Performance Date Confirmed Along With the Return of a Favorite EPCOT Fireworks Spectacular

Minnie Mouse greets guests in front of Epcot’s iconic Spaceship Earth as colorful fireworks light up the night sky, celebrating Harmonious EPCOT Forever. A vibrant red “NEW!” banner highlights the excitement in the corner.

This year is bringing with it new restaurants, shops, and attractions around Walt Disney World, and we cannot wait for some of the most exciting features to debut in the coming months! Along with the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run, Disney’s newest thrill ride, in the Magic Kingdom, lots of enhancements are currently underway at EPCOT, including the Park’s ...

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This Iconic Mickey-Shaped Snack Has Been Taken Over by Figment for a Limited Time

Figment the topiary dragon joins chef Mickey Mouse to greet guests at the vibrant entrance of Epcot's International Festival of the Arts. Be sure to snap a photo and try the whimsical Figment waffle as you explore all the colorful, artistic experiences throughout Epcot!.

Figment’s little sparks of charm simply can’t be denied. During last year’s International Festival of the Arts, a Figment premium popcorn bucket debuted, causing Disney fans, collectors, and resellers to go into a frenzy. RELATED: Here Are Some Tips For Avoiding Motion Sickness on EPCOT’s Newest Thrill Ride Anybody who tuned in during that time can remember the lengths everybody went ...

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Disney’s Most Infamous Popcorn Bucket is Officially Returning to EPCOT

Figment plush toys and an adorable Figment popcorn bucket are showcased in front of Spaceship Earth at Epcot, adding a playful touch to the Walt Disney World atmosphere.

Popcorn buckets and souvenir sippers have been all the rage at Walt Disney World, especially over the past couple of years as several of these exclusive pieces have gone viral on social media. While we have seen several incredibly popular souvenirs take off with fans, including the Mr. Toad Popcorn Bucket, Reindeer sipper, and many, many more, there remains one ...

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