I tried this morning and at 1 in the park to join the virtual queue and wasn’t able to get in. Are people buying all the lightning lanes up and making the virtual queue impossible to join? Perhaps I’m just unlucky 😅

I haven’t seen this talked about. But multiple scenes and logos inside of ‘The Wild Robot’ are so clearly directly inspired by Horizons and Future World.

I’m trying to find direct images but the company logo is clearly an Epcot logo. And the third act of the movie literally in Mesa Verde.

Anyone notice this as well?

So my spouse and in-laws just returned from a WDW trip, my very first. I had a mixed experience, mostly from Epcot.

At first I was having a pretty great time, despite the weather (it misted all darn day). I absolutely loved the aquarium and was entranced by the giant round ribbontail rays they had. I also really loved the Living with the Land ride--at first it felt only ok, but I thought the garden/farming part was completely fascinating, and would've been up for the backstage tour except my MIL was completely uninterested. Another time. And then we started the tour of the countries. Being a massive fan of England, I bought all sorts of Disney British merch--British Pooh Bear, Minnie tea cup and saucer, Minnie tea towel for my mom. France had the same spread of merch items, and I earmarked some France tumblers to get for my sisters, in case I didn't see anything in Japan. Being Japanese American, I was super excited to get to Japan, and especially wanted a Japan spirit jersey. I noted Morocco didn't have a whole lot of merch, a few shirts and hoodies, but I understood it being a less popular and known country.

So imagine my confusion and dismay when I get to Japan and find only a large store filled with anime merch, Japanese snacks, and Hello Kitty stuff. I can get this stuff anywhere online or Mitsuwa/Marukai. Not a single piece of Disney Japan merch. I thought we must've missed a store somewhere and we walked back and forth in Japan but only found restaurants and a museum. I became very upset and quiet and we left Japan.

Once we hit Germany and Italy, the huge amounts of merch returned, which made me more upset. I decided to try and mellow out and get some Mulan stuff in China. Growing up, even though Mulan is Chinese, I was still excited to have a Disney princess that looked like me. Anyway, you can probably see where this is going.

Once again in China, a huge store of tchotchkes I can get in any Chinatown. No Mulan merch. No Disney China merch. NOTHING. After almost crying in Japan, I now became extremely angry. Because now this felt racist. Every single other country had Disney merch. But the two East Asian countries had ZERO merch. I realize there is probably some legal thing going on, but optically--it looks extremely racist. (not to mention whole swaths of regions not even touched upon--South and SE Asia, Pacific Islands, central and southern African countries, Australia, eastern Europe, all of Latin America outside of Mexico)

On top of everything else, the Mickey world spirit jersey that was brand new was completely sold out, so that was the cherry on top of a shit sundae.

Basically my trip to Epcot was ruined because I felt like my culture was dismissed and ignored. I wrote an email to customer service and got a form letter back saying oh no, so sorry you felt left out, that was not our intention, we want everyone to be included, we have forwarded your letter to important people blah blah blah.

I talked to one cast member at the front of the world showcase, and she had no idea there wasn't any Disney merch in Japan or China.

tl;dr: I was upset with Epcot for them not having any Disney merch for their East Asian countries while having tons of merch for their Western European countries, and it felt isolating and racist, making my first trip to WDW a bit of a bummer.

Best strategy to ride every ride at epcot before 2pm with DAS. i am going to epcot march 8th and 9th im thinking of doig the challenge on march 8th and meet star lord for his 2:20 set or during the challenge at his 10:15 or 11:20 set becuase there may be rain.( these times may change, but i dont think they will ) I would like to end with mission space or start with

I need your ideas please

My husband and I are planning a one day trip to Epcot at the end of the year and neither of us have been before. I have a neurological disorder where I can’t do rollercoasters/very fast rides.

Which rides would you recommend?

2000 was a wild year for me (not really)

Ignore the compromises that have given us the EPCOT people enjoy today. If you had that much space and could build a new theme park from scratch that was worthy of the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, what would that look like?

It can absolutely include elements from the current day version just as much as fresh excitement.

Ignore the compromises that have given us the EPCOT people enjoy today. If you had that much space and could build a new theme park from scratch that was worthy of the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, what would that look like?

In your opion what should EPCOT stand for instead of Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow?

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a yearly festival celebrating "The Arts" like music, art, and acting. The following post will detail everything from Merchandise to Food to Entertainment. This took a while to make so thanks for reading it.

Merchandise

• Figment Premium Popcorn Bucket with Rainbow Popcorn - $28.00
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Tumbler - $34.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Spirt Jersey - $77.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Mickey Earband - $44.99
• Figment Disney Lacers Figure - $24.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Figment Footprints Shirt | $34.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Ornament - $19.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Lug Sling - $90.00
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Loungefly Backpack - $89.00
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Hat - $29.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Lug “Bag Convertible Crossbody - $90.00
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Logo Pin - $19.99

Aside from that there is also exclusive Passholder Merchandise that I previously posted about

• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Passholder Shirt - $34.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Passholder Notebook with Pen - $27.99
• 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Passholder Pin - $19.99

Food

Due to the amount of Food and Drinks there are this post will not cover the menu and will just tell the food studios, locations, and price ranges.

• Opening Bites - Located at CommuniCore Plaza ($5.75 - $15.00)
• Connections Cafe and Eatery - Located in Connections Cafe and Eatery ($5.79)
• Fictional Victuals - Located Near The Refreshment Station ($5.00 - $12.00)
• The Deconstructed Dish - Located Near The Refreshment Station ($4.75 - $12.00)
• The Craftsman’s Courtyard - Located Near The Refreshment Station ($5.75 - $11.50)
• Figment’s Inspiration Station - Located at The Odyssey ($5.00 - $10.25)
• El Artista Hambriento - Located at the Mexico Pavilion ($6.00 - $16.50)
• The Painted Panda - Located at the China Pavilion ($5.50 - $13.75)
• Refreshment Outpost - Located in between Chica and Germany ($5.75 - $12.00)
• Pastoral Palate - Located at the Germany Pavilion ($5.00 - $11.50)
• L’Arte di Mangiare - Located at the Italy Pavilion ($5.50 - $15.00)
• The Artist’s Table - Located at The American Adventure ($5.00 - $10.25)
• Funnel Cake - Located in between The American Adventure and Japan ($12.00)
• Goshiki - Located at the Japan Pavilion ($5.75 - $16.75)
• Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina - Located at the Morocco Pavilion ($4.75 - $12.00)
• Vibrante & Vívido: Encanto Cocina - Located between Morrocco and France ($5.00 - $14.50)
• L’Art de la Cuisine Française - Located at the France Pavilion ($9.25 - $15.25)
• Gourmet Landscapes - Located at the Canada Pavilion ($5.50 - $15.50)
• Refreshment Port - Located at Port of Entry ($5.75 - $12.00)
• Deco Delights - Located Near the Port of Entry ($5.00 - $10.25)
• Swirled Showcase - Located Near the Port of Entry ($4.75 - $8.00)
• Pop Eats - Located Near the Port of Entry ($5.75 - $10.50)
• Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company - Located around EPCOT ($10.99)

Entertainment

EPCOT is known for its rides and festivals but many people also know it for its entertainment, especially during the festivals. Every year for the Festival of the Arts there is a show on the American Gardens Theatre known as "Disney on Broadway" and this year is no different. The following is this year's lineup of guests:

• Patti Murin (“Frozen”) and John Riddle (“Frozen”) – January 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27, 28
• Caissie Levy (“Frozen”) and Jelani Remy (“The Lion King”) – January 18, 21, 22, 24, 26, 29, 30
• Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”) - January 31 February 2, 3, 6, 8, 10, 11
• Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) and Alton Fitzgerald White (“The Lion King”)- February 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 12, 13
• Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”) and Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”) - February 14, 16, 17, 20, 23
• Rodney Ingram (“Aladdin”) – and Kara Lindsay (“Newsies”) - February 15, 18, 19, 21, 22
• Final Performance: Rodney Ingram, Kara Lindsay, Michael James Scott & Kissy Simmons - February 24

On the CommuniCore Stage there is a rotating list of Performers so check the My Disney Experience App for details and when you can see them.

Photo Ops:

Step into an artistic backdrop and strike a pose for a fantastic photo.

• Step into an artistic backdrop and strike a pose for a fantastic photo.
• Luncheon of the Boating Party – Pierre-Auguste Renoir - International Gateway
• Washington Crossing the Delaware – Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze - The American Adventure Pavilion
• Mona Lisa – Leonardo da Vinci - Between Italy Pavilion and Germany Pavilion
• Teatime with Penguins - Bridge to World Showcase
• Forest Scene from Sleeping Beauty - Bridge to World Showcase
• Moana - Near Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana

Activities

Like all previous years, there are countless things to see and do at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Here are the new and returning Activities for this year:

• Animation Academy - Learn how to draw a Disney Character during this session led by an animator!
• Paint by Numbers Mural - Leave your creative mark on a larger-than-life mural (Open 11:00 A.M - 5:00 p.m. daily)
• Figment’s Brush with the Master's Scavenger Hunt - Help Figment learn about art on this scavenger hunt around World Showcase ($9.99 Plus Tax)
• Kids Chalk Art - Kids can create their very own chalk art masterpiece! (Open 11:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M Daily)
• Chalk Full of Character - Look for charming chalk drawings of Disney characters around the World Showcase.

New to This Year

Each Year, in every festival, there is always something to see and do. Here are the newest additions to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts for 2025:

• New Exhibit: Once Upon A Stage: 30 Years of DISNEY ON BROADWAY at CommuniCore Hall
• New Food Studio: Opening Bites - Located at CommuniCore Plaza
• New Food Studio: Fictional Victuals - Located Near The Refreshment Station
• New Popcorn Bucket: Figment Premium Popcorn Bucket with Rainbow Popcorn - $28.00

I need funny epcot stories; It can be anything from a ride malfunction to character interactions stuff like that (yes, I'm totally fine with ride breakdowns and, of course, star lord meet and greet).

That’s all.

Like every year EPCOT hosts the International Flower and Garden Festival and a highlight of that festival is the Garden Rocks Concert Series. The artists in this show are either globally recognized or talented local acts. Here is the Artist Line-up:

• March 7-8 – Tommy DeCarlo, former lead singer of Boston
• March 9-10 – Air Supply – 50th Anniversary Celebration
• March 14-15 – Blue October
• March 16-17 – Rick Springfield
• March 21-22 – Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
• March 23-24 – 38 Special
• March 28-29 – Jason Scheff, longtime singer of Chicago
• March 30-31 – TBD
• April 4-5 – THE ORCHESTRA Starring ELO and ELO Part II Former Members
• April 6-7 – Sugar Ray
• April 11-12 – Simple Plan
• April 13-14 – Jo Dee Messina
• April 18-19 – Mike DelGuidice
• April 20-21 – A Flock of Seagulls
• April 25-26 – Taylor Dayne
• April 27-28 – 98 Degrees
• May 2-5 – Plain White T’s
• May 9-10 – Jon Secada
• May 11-12 – Maverick City Music (NEW)
• May 16-17 – The Spinners
• May 18-19 – The Pointer Sisters
• May 23-24 – The Outlaws (NEW)
• May 25-26 – Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles
• May 30-31 – The Cat Empire (NEW)
• June 1-2 – We The Kingdom (NEW)

Beginning January 29, you can reserve your spot at the show by purchasing a Garden Rocks Dining Package, which is available Friday through Monday.

The EPCOT 2025 International Flower and Garden Festival is a yearly event where you can eat and drink around the world, buy limited-time merchandise, see butterflies, and see character topiaries.

So i have met star lord 5 times so far and dude is just priceless i mean whats better than him making you laugh? I want to knwo if you have any stories of meeting star lord at epcot. I am loking forward to your answers

edit: Share your stories of meeting star lord at epcot please

Hey currently in Epcot. Looking for some advice on the quickest way from getting from France to Guardians. Should I take the boat or just walk it. Thanks for the advice!

Thanks to everyone who answered seriously, I get we can look at a map. I guess this sub/flair is not designed for advice and help navigating the largest park on property.

Hello! Epcot-bound in a week on an adults trip. My kiddo would love a Stitch plush since she isn’t joining us. Does anyone happen to know if I can find one at Epcot? If so, where? TIA!

Wonders of China was a Circle-Vision 360° film featured in the China Pavilion at EPCOT. It opened with the park on October 1st, 1982. The film showcased famous Chinese landmarks and the people, environment, and culture of China. Keye Luke provided the voice-over narration as the philosopher Li Bai, while a Chinese actor Shih Kuan appears in the film's live-action footage. Wonders of Chica closed on March 25, 2003. It was replaced by an updated film, Reflections of China, which opened on May 23, 2003, and is still playing today.

So last week I went to Epcot, and I had boarding group 4 for guardians of the galaxy cosmic rewind, and my group was called at park open. When I entered the queue, I saw Star Lord, aka peter Quill, in the first room of the queue for guardians of the galaxy cosmic rewind before his outside sets. I was wondering if this is normal or not. I saw him outside and he regonized me and as I was walking to joffreys next to Cosmic, we were walking behind star lord to get to Joffreys. So crazy me, I shouted at star lord, you rule and star lord told me I rule. I have never seen star lord 3 times in one morning. One of which i wanted a solo pic without my mom in it LOL.

Edit: just to be clear:  He and his CM/handler were inside the swirly path that neither the regular queue nor the LL use so I was confused why someone was there before I realized it was him.

Starting this week and as far as the calendar goes The Seas with Nemo and Friends will close starting at 7:00 P.M. Not just the attraction is closing but the whole pavilion including the aquarium and Turtle Talk with Crush. There's a sign informing guests that the pavilion will close at 7:00 P.M. This may be due to construction inside the building as well as the reduced number of things to do inside the pavilion.

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Walt Disney World has many new and returning offerings for EPCOT in 2025 so let's check them out!

Spaceship Earth Lounge - Opening Late Spring 2025

Description: This lounge is inspired by the stories, shapes, and enduring legacy of this timeless icon. Taking inspiration from the geometric sphere, the zen space to gather and enjoy refreshments will be draped with rich textures and warm metallic tones, giving it a mysterious and elegant intimacy.

Test Track - Reopening Late Summer 2025

Description: Walt Disney Imagineering is collaborating with Chevrolet to push innovation forward and celebrate humanity’s enduring drive (pun intended) on the thrilling road to a brighter tomorrow. But, before we get too far down this winding road, Test Track will celebrate today’s innovation while highlighting the past, present, and future. The queue will feature six distinct exhibits, and within each room celebrate the vehicles – and people behind the vehicles – that push the envelope and help get people to the next chapter in our motion journey.

2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts - January 17th to February 24, 2025

Description: Delight your creative side! Discover vibrant artwork, dazzling entertainment, palate-pleasing cuisine, and more.

2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival - March 5 to June 2, 2025

Description: Find magic in bloom at this springtime event with character-themed topiaries, fresh flavors, and fun for all ages

2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival - TBD

Description: Embark on a culinary adventure across 6 different continents.

2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays - TBD

Description: Celebrate holidays around the world! Get wrapped up in the festive sights, sounds, and flavors of the season.

Aside from this, there may be something new in the Canada Pavilion, specifically in the Hotel du Canda Building as construction has been happening and a new entrance towards Canada Far and Wide. There will be a new update list every 6 months. Check the comments for any updates.