Spaceship Earth is closing for a complete reimagining. We knew it was coming. We finally know when, and we finally have some information about how the story will change.
Spaceship Earth is more than just the physical icon of EPCOT – it’s a symbol of how the park continues to evolve. The attraction is a crucial piece of the historic transformation already underway at EPCOT, and the team at Walt Disney Imagineering is excited to start implementing a new vision for Spaceship Earth beginning May 26.
This means Spaceship Earth in its current form will close for a time starting that day, and the ideas WDI are working on inside that geosphere will be well worth the wait. The next iteration of Spaceship Earth will focus on the story of humanity, following our long journey from prehistoric humans to today brought to life with magic and depth that only Disney can deliver. Many of the moments you know and love will be updated in amazing ways, blended with brand-new scenes to tell a story about our human experience.
Guests will visit Egypt, which is part of the current version of the attraction, but it will be an Egypt like you’ve never seen before, transformed through the power of light.
Throughout the attraction, guests will hear new narration and see how light plays a central role in our shared human journey, coming to life in dynamic ways in a celebration of the magic that’s possible when we all come together.
Walt Disney once said EPCOT “would always be in a state of becoming,” and Spaceship Earth has lived up to that vision for generations. This will be the attraction’s fourth – and most ambitious – update since the park’s grand opening on October 1, 1982.
We have some “SPOOKtacular” news! Disney just released the 2020 dates for the special ticketed event, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Plus, as of today, tickets are now on sale! This Magic Kingdom party is extremely popular which is why you’ll want to purchase your tickets asap.
Fun for everyone begins on August 13 and continues on select nights through Nov. 1. This devilishly delightful night includes the return of “Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular” fireworks show (hosted by Jack Skellington, telling a Halloween tale about Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy), “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade,” the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show and more!
During the event, you’ll have the opportunity to greet favorite Disney characters (some of them wearing Halloween costumes of their own!), go trick-or-treating throughout the park, dance the night away at the Storybook Circus Disney Junior Jan and enjoy popular attractions with a special Halloween twist, including Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain and Mad Tea Party.
The fun also includes Halloween décor, delicious food, specialty merchandise, and some bewitching surprises along the way.
Spring is just around the corner! One of our favorite things to do at Disney World in the spring is visiting the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. With over a dozen outdoor kitchens, you’ll find some fantastic treats all over Epcot. The menus for the 2020 Flower and Garden Festival have now been released.
Please note: the following menu items marked with (GF) are gluten/wheat-friendly, those with (KA) are kid-approved and those with (V) are vegetarian.
Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth
Food
Grilled Baby Vegetables with Hummus Cream and Red Pepper Coulis (Plant-based)
Seared Verlasso® Salmon with Farro Risotto and Micro-herbs
Strawberry Mousse with Chocolate Crisp Pearls (KA)
Beverage
Blood Orange Aqua Fresca (non-alcoholic)
Cookie Butter Worms and Dirt (non-alcoholic) (KA)
Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market, Germany
Venture to Germany for Bavarian bites sure to sate foodies of all ages—every dish is köstlich!
Food
Potato Pancakes with House-made Apple Sauce (Plant-based) (KA)
Potato Pancake with Caramelized Ham, Onions and Herb Sour Cream
Toasted Pretzel Bread topped with Black Forest Ham and Melted Gruyère Cheese (KA)
Frushi: Strawberry, Pineapple and Cantaloupe wrapped in Sweet Rice and Pink Soy Wrap served with Whipped Cream, Drizzled Berry Sauce and Toasted Coconut (KA)
Menchi Katsu Slider: Japanese-style Panko-breaded Beef Patty topped with Tonkatsu Sauce, Mayonnaise, Cucumber, and Pickled Lotus Root
Salmon Flower Ikura: Fresh-cut Salmon, Salmon Roe, Spinach and Watermelon Radish, and Chilled Ramen tossed with Poke Sauce
Beverages
Kirin Draft Beer
Strawberry Nigori Sake
Furano Martini: Vodka, Lavender Syrup and Yuzu Juice
Jardin de Fiestas, Mexico
Food
Chilaquiles de Pollo: Chipotle-braised Chicken and Tortillas served with Salsa Ranchera, Monterey Jack Cheese, Crema Mexicana and Guajillo Cheese
Quesadilla al Pastor: Flour Tortilla filled with Monterey Jack Cheese and Pork Pastor topped with Grilled Pineapple, Salsa Verde, Red Onion and Cilantro
Choriqueso Torta: Bolillo Roll filled with Chorizo and Monterey Jack Cheese, Avocado Mousse and Jalapeños
Beverages
Cruz Blanca Rosé Spritz: Effervescent Rosé Wheat Ale with Elderflower Liqueur
Mango Mexican Lucky Margarita: Spicy Ancho Verde Liqueur, 100% Agave Tequila Blanco, Mango-Passion Fruit Purée, Lime Juice, Applejack and Ginger Cordial served with a Tajin Chili-Lime Rim
Rosita Margarita: Rose Petal Liqueur, 100% Agave Tequila Blanco, Lemon and Cranberry Juices served with a Rose Petal Salt Rim
La Isla Fresca
Food
Lamb Curry with Sweet Plantains and Rice
Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer with Steamed Rice and Coconut Lime Sauce (KA)
Tropical Mousse Cup: Layers of Passion Fruit Cake, Coconut Mousse and a Tropical Fruit Glaze with Fresh Pineapple (KA)
Beverages
Tropical Freeze (Non-alcoholic) (KA)
Golden Road Brewing Tart Mango Cart Wheat Ale, Los Angeles, CA
Tropical Freeze with Parrot Bay Mango Rum
Lotus House, China
Food
Szechuan Spicy Red-braised Beef Shank over Rice
Bon Bon Chicken Skewer with Sesame and Peanut Sauce
House-made Crab and Cheese Wontons
Beverages
“Panda” Bubble Tea: Classic Milk Tea with Black and White Boba Pearls (Non-alcoholic)
Jasmine Draft Beer
Marco Boba: Amaretto, Iced Coffee, Milk, and Boba
Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, Triple Sec, Mango Syrup and Orange Juice
Time Out: Bacardi Rum, Peach Liqueur, Peach Syrup, Piña Colada, Sprite, Soda Water and Magic Boba
Spring is in the air at Walt Disney World and we’re close to the opening dates of two new attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Mickey Shorts Theater and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Today, Disney announced the opening date of the Mickey Shorts Theater.
Here are all the details from a Disney cast member.
Oh, boy! It’s time for “Vacation Fun!”
The newly re-imagined Mickey Shorts Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will debut March 4 to feature a one-of-a-kind animated short featuring everyone’s favorite mouse and his leading lady.
After the show, guests can make even more memories by stepping into life-sized versions of beloved animated Mickey shorts, where they can pose for photos with family and friends. Existing shorts from the Mickey Mouse television series that are being used in the post-show photo experience are Yodelburg, Potatoland, Entombed and Panda-monium.
There’s so much Mickey & Minnie excitement beginning soon at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where a visit to “Vacation Fun” is a great way to sit back and enjoy a new short, or snap some pics with some of your favorite Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts, and the new Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction is an opportunity to actually burst into an all-new adventure where you are immersed in the center of a Mickey Mouse cartoon!
Spring is on the way! Walt Disney World is springing into action with some exciting additions for Disney fans! Mermaids, chocolate, and more? What more could we ask for?! Check out the details below from DisneyParksBlog:
A selection of new and returning experiences that offer memorable fun for guests of all ages are set to bloom at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels this spring! Chocolate tastings, painting activities, pirate adventures and more are now accepting reservations for guests planning a springtime getaway.
NEW! The Chocolate Workshop Presented by The Ganachery
Come discover the delights of chocolate – nature’s most beautiful ingredient! This hands-on chocolate workshop hosted at the new Disney’s Riviera Resort will give guests a taste of The Ganachery, a specialty chocolate shop located in Disney Springs. Participants will learn from an expert Chef Chocolatier from The Ganachery how to properly taste chocolate, observe a demonstration on how ganache is made and create their very own chocolate truffle pops. Starting in March, the workshops will take place on Sundays at 11 a.m. at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Classes are $60/person (plus tax). Reservations can be made through 407-WDW-PLAY.
Mermaid School
Back by popular demand, Mermaid School at Walt Disney World Resort hotels gives guests ages 4 and older the chance to live out their mermaid dreams by participating in fun pool activities while wearing a swimmable “tail” – just like Ariel! At the end of the experience, guests will now receive a unique medallion to commemorate their time “under the sea.” Mermaid School will be back in session on select dates starting March 1, with classes offered in new additional locations. This year, Mermaid School experiences will be available at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Riviera Resort. Classes are $55/person (plus tax). Reservations for this experience are now open and can be made through 407-WDW-PLAY.
Crockett’s Craft Corner at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Guests can let out their inner-artist at Crockett’s Craft Corner at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground! This two-hour board-and-brush style workshop invites guests ages 8 and up to design, paint and take home their very own rustic wooden sign. As they paint, participants can enjoy a complimentary assortment of light food and beverage options. Crockett’s Craft Corner takes place on Wednesday afternoons inside Trails End Restaurant and is priced at $75/person (plus tax). Reservations can be made through 407-WDW-PLAY.
Walt Disney World Resort Fun Runs
Guests looking for a fun way to stay active during their vacation should check out one of the many Fun Run opportunities located at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels! These experiences offer scenic views of Walt Disney World, with courses ranging from 1.2-1.8 miles at the following resorts: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s All Star Resorts.
The total cost for this experience is $15/person (plus tax) and includes a custom bib, finishers prize and a selection of snacks. Guests 2 and under are free, and strollers are welcome during the runs. To reserve a spot, guests can call 407-WDW-PLAY.
Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is bringing another year of swashbucklin’ fun! This immersive group experience invites kids ages 4-12 to go on an epic pirate adventure with Captain Hook and his crew as they search for hidden treasure, set sail for a short jaunt around Crescent Lake and enjoy a delicious Pirate feast! Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew is the perfect way for kids to make lasting memories in a safe and fun environment as parents enjoy time on their own, such as an evening at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, opening March 4.
The cost for this experience is $55 (plus tax) per child. Now through May 31, Annual Passholders are eligible for a 10% discount. Disney Vacation Club Members are also eligible for a 10% discount with no end date at this time. For reservations and more information, guests can call 407-824-KIDS.
