Welcome to the Disney World park going through the most change right now — EPCOT!
EPCOT has been going through a major transformation — the park is seeing new rides, new restaurants, new attractions, and even got new “neighborhoods” at the front of the park. We’ve been keeping an eye on all of the updates, big and small, and we’re here to share them with you today!
Before we get into the updates, be sure to check out the FREE DFB checklist for EPCOT! You can download the list by clicking below — it will help make sure you have the best day possible on your next visit to EPCOT.
On with the updates!
EPCOT Food Updates
House of Good Fortune
In the China pavilion gift shop House of Good Fortune, we often see interesting flavors on classic snacks like Lays. On a recent trip we found Garlic Oyster Flavored Chips!
Would you try these?
The Queen’s Table
EPCOT is known for its snacks and did you know you can get different types of candy in the gift shops around World Showcase? Over at The Queen’s Table gift shop in the U.K. pavilion, we found several shortbreads including the Cinnamon and Demerara Shortbread for $12.99…
…Traditional Shortbread for $12.99…
…and Original Shortbread in a tube for $34.99.
There is also chocolate like the Whitakers Coffee Collection for $21.99…
…and the Whitakers Rose and Violet Creams Collection!
Sounds delicious! You can also grab a box of those for $21.99.
The Pizza Has Changed at Connections Eatery in EPCOT
EPCOT Construction Updates
Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana
Construction on the new Moana-themed attraction continues! Changes have been pretty small recently, but the project continues to go vertical. This is what you can see just by walking around the park!
The attraction is set to open in late 2023 and it seems to be coming along.
See more Journey of Water construction photos here!
EPCOT Merchandise Updates
Camera Center
Still want to celebrate EPCOT’s 40th anniversary? Check out these magnets! There’s one with Figment and the 40th logo…
…the EPCOT logo…
…a Rainbow Figment magnet…
…and an Annual Passholder exclusive magnet for $14.99 each.
The pass holder magnet has the date — October 1st, 2022!
Creations Shop
Over at the Creations Shop, you’ll find this adorable Figment sweater for $78.
There are also a few new Marvel patches like this Spider-Man patch for $9.99…
…and this X-Men Patch that also costs $9.99.
Can you believe Halloween is right around the corner? For the spooky holiday you can grab the Skeleton Dance Button-Up Shirt for $59.99.
For $59.99, you can get a pair of matching pants!
There’s also this style of Skeleton Dance Pants for $54.99.
The new Black Panther movie is coming out soon and to celebrate you can find the Wakanda Keychain Set here for $19.99. It’s a set of 4!
There are also 40th Anniversary AirPod Cases with Figment…
…and a color 40th anniversary pattern. They are $19.99 each!
The Color Me Courtney Tiana collection debuted at the D23 Expo and it is making its way to Disney World. That includes the Tiana Letterman Jacket!
The jacket costs $99.99.
Port of Entry
The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is still happening in the park and you can celebrate with the Wine Your Way Around the World Mug for $14.99!
The festival is ending soon, so be sure to visit before it’s over!
Mitsukoshi
The holidays are around the corner and you can get a head start on decorating with the Paper Crane Ornament in the Japan pavilion!
It’s $23.95 and gorgeous!
France Pavilion
Okay, where are our cheese fans at? You’ve gotta see the Live the Cheese Live Ratatouille Tumbler!
This is such a fun take-home for $24.99.
Food & Wine Festival Merchandise Kiosk
If you’ve been to an EPCOT festival, chances are you’ve used a trash can as a table. Remember your time there with the Trash Can Salt & Pepper Shakers!
They are $9.99 each.
Mission Space Gift Shop
Star Wars fans should check out the Star Wars Hoodie.
It’s $74.99.
House of Good Fortune
In the China pavilion, you’ll find this set of Bee and Flower Soaps!
It’s only $9.95 for the set of 4.
Germany Pavilion Beer Shop
If you need a cute bottle opener keychain there are two in Germany!
They each feature a German outfit — how cute are these?
Each one is $16.99.
La Bottega Italiana
In the mask shop in the Italy pavilion, you’ll find the God of Wine Mask. This one is a little spooky if you stare at it for too long. It’ll cost you $325.
There’s also the wearable Double Mask that is hand-painted beautifully!
This one is $175.
Souk-al-Magreb
Aladdin fans should check out the Small Aladdin Planter for $19.99…
…or the Large Jasmine Planter!
That one is $24.99.
The Queen’s Table
Over in the U.K. pavilion, you’ll find several unique teapots you can take home! There’s a Bear…
…a white Scottish Terrier…
…and a black Scottish Terrier for $75 each.
There’s also a Guard Teapot for $65!
You’ll also find a Phone Teapot…
…and a Train Teapot!
The train and phone are $95!
The One Place You Can Find EPCOT 40th Anniversary Ears
EPCOT Miscellaneous Updates
Club Cool
On a recent visit to Club Cool, we saw that there were plain cups instead of the Coca-Cola logo cups.
We’ll be on the lookout for the regular cups to return!
Mexico Pavilion
The animatronic bird inside the Mexico pyramid is working again!
You’ll find him near the ramp inside the pyramid.
African Outpost
In the African Outpost area in World Showcase, there are new signs including Wachongaji Wood Carvings…
…and Amani Village Traders.
We haven’t noticed a change in merchandise — just a sign refresh!
Pavement
We also noticed that there was a small piece of pavement that had been damaged near the front of the park.
This was in two places behind Spaceship Earth. With all of the construction around, this isn’t much of a surprise!
Every Drink You Can Get at Club Cool
Those are all of the latest updates from EPCOT! As things continue to change, we’ll continue to keep you updated on the latest in the park — stay tuned to DFB! In the meantime, check out our video on 50 secret menu items in Disney World.
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