Announcement of Spaceship Earth’s Closure EPCOT’s flagship attraction, Spaceship Earth, is set to close indefinitely this week, leaving many park visitors uncertain about their EPCOT experience. Disney has not announced a specific reopening date, prompting concern among guests. Credit: Michael Gray, Flickr Many had included Spaceship Earth in their plans, especially those traveling from distant locations to enjoy EPCOT’s diverse ...

EPCOT’s calendar is packed with festivals year-round, but later this month, its most celebrated event returns with an all-new Marvel-inspired twist. The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will take over Walt Disney World from August 28 through November 22, offering nearly three months of flavors, music, and special experiences. Credit: Disney Guests can explore more than 35 Global ...

History of EPCOT’s World Showcase Expansion It has been nearly four decades since the last new pavilion was added to EPCOT’s World Showcase. The Norway Pavilion opened in 1988 and marked a significant milestone in the park’s development, introducing guests to Norwegian culture through attractions like the Maelstrom boat ride. Since then, fans have been buzzing about the possibility of ...

EPCOT is adding some entrance security protocols to keep up with high demand. Will this change the way you enter this theme park? Credit: Greg Goebel, Flickr EPCOT Setting up New Entrance Protocols for All Guests It’s the kind of morning Disney fans dream about: the Florida sun is just peeking over the horizon, Spaceship Earth glimmers in the distance, ...

Guests visiting EPCOT’s World Showcase at the Walt Disney World Resort will now notice a change to an iconic pavilion. Credit: Inside the Magic A New Era of EPCOT After finally opening the rest of World Celebration in EPCOT last year with the launch of the festival hub CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza, EPCOT’s World Discovery neighborhood debuted its new ...

Visiting EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort is an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling attractions, cultural pavilions, and, of course, delicious food. However, dining at the park can quickly add up, especially with so many tempting options around every corner. The good news? You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy a satisfying meal while you explore the World ...

Potential Attraction Updates at EPCOT Disney’s EPCOT is abuzz with speculation regarding which attraction might receive a retheming next. Financial constraints shape decision-making, posing challenges to the park’s management as they balance budgets with fan expectations. While Disney has recently committed billions to its theme parks, not all attractions can receive immediate attention, leaving fans on edge about what lies ...

After being caught sinking, Disney World is finally fixing an EPCOT dock. EPCOT Sinking Dock Finally Dealt With by Disney It was almost eerie: a piece of EPCOT’s iconic World Showcase was slowly disappearing beneath the water—and no one seemed to be talking about it. Photos showed a once-reliable dock near the Morocco Pavilion tilting, sagging, and dipping beneath the ...

There’s nothing quite like EPCOT during the holidays. The lights shimmer across the World Showcase Lagoon, the smell of freshly baked cookies drifts through the air, and the park pulses with music, laughter, and excitement. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is one of Walt Disney World’s most beloved seasonal traditions, drawing in visitors from all over the world. ...

Something is stirring over in World Celebration, and this time it’s not another festival food booth or new character experience. EPCOT fans may have noticed a recent uptick in behind-the-scenes activity around one of the park’s most iconic attractions. From social media chatter to early park entry schedules, there’s been a shift. And whenever Disney starts adjusting schedules quietly, it ...