For years, EPCOT has carried a reputation that no other Disney park quite shares. Yes, it’s known for its international pavilions, stunning architecture, and incredible food offerings. But for many adult guests, the park has also become synonymous with one unofficial activity: “drinking around the world.” The tradition started innocently enough. Guests would grab a beverage in one pavilion, stroll ...

Walt Disney World Resort has confirmed the sudden and indefinite closure of an EPCOT theme park attraction that is particularly popular with families. Here’s what we know about the shutdown, why it happened, and when the interactive experience might reopen for Disney Park guests. EPCOT Area Closed on Tuesday, March 3 On Tuesday, March 3, Walt Disney World Resort guests ...

Disney has reportedly ended a long-running but unofficial tradition inside EPCOT’s World Showcase, according to guest accounts shared online. The company has not publicly confirmed the change, but the claim has gained traction due to the tradition’s visibility among frequent visitors. The reported shift does not involve an attraction or entertainment offering. Instead, it centers on a small retail detail ...

Disney has removed the breezeway seating area near Connections Café at EPCOT, eliminating tables and benches that served as overflow seating for guests. This change aims to facilitate smoother movement for participants during the upcoming Princess Half Marathon Weekend, helping runners navigate the busy corridor without obstacles. The outdoor seating was initially introduced to accommodate the high demand for indoor ...

Scaffolding surrounding the Mexico World Showcase Pavilion pyramid at EPCOT has expanded dramatically since one entrance closed on February 10, now extending toward backstage areas with no reopening date announced. As of February 24, construction supports have grown well beyond the initially blocked doorway. On Tuesday, WDWNT reported that scaffolding now extends farther to the left toward the World Discovery ...

EPCOT will change its operating hours on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The park will open at 10 a.m. instead of the usual 9 a.m., with Early Entry for eligible Disney resort guests beginning at 9:30 a.m. instead of 8:30 a.m. This adjustment is due to the Disney Princess Half Marathon, which starts early in the morning. If you’re planning to ...

If you’ve ever walked through EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion and thought, “Why does this area always feel like a traffic jam?” you’re definitely not alone. The pavilion is beautiful, but it’s also one of the most crowded spots in the entire park, especially once Frozen fans start flooding in. This week, though, EPCOT’s Frozen situation reached a whole new level. Guests ...

Snow White stands with only Dopey in the Germany World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT as Walt Disney World Resort installs topiaries for the International Flower & Garden Festival, leaving six dwarfs mysteriously absent. BlogMickey reported the incomplete display on February 17, posting a photo on Facebook showing Happy, Grumpy, Sneezy, Doc, Bashful, and Sleepy missing from the traditional grouping. Six ...

EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts is a must-see for Beauty and the Beast fans as Paige O’Hara, the voice of Belle, is appearing through Monday, February 16. This is a rare chance to meet a Disney princess, as O’Hara showcases her “Belles by Belle” collection, featuring her paintings inspired by the character. Unlike typical character meet and greets, you’ll meet ...

Walt Disney World has been on an expansion spree lately, and most of the attention has been on the parks getting the biggest land additions. Magic Kingdom is preparing for Villains Land and Piston Peak. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is moving toward a new era with Magic of Disney Animation and Monstropolis. Animal Kingdom is also shifting dramatically, with Tropical Americas ...