Welcome back to EPCOT, where a LOT is happening!

Aside from the big transformation that’s still in progress, EPCOT is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary, and we’ve also found lots of new merchandise! Follow along with us for all the big EPCOT news!

EPCOT Food Updates

At Connections Cafe in EPCOT, we noticed that the pizza has changed a bit. Instead of coming with a single slice and a side salad, you now get two slices of pizza. The crust was also thinner and the meatballs on the Meatball Pizza were much smaller.

It may not have been the best pizza we’ve had in Disney World but we thought they were pretty good, and they might hit the spot if you’re looking for a quick slice in EPCOT.

See how the pizza has changed at Connections Cafe!

EPCOT Construction Updates

We saw Cast Members working on the exterior of the new Play Pavilion, located in the former Wonders of Life Pavilion. This project has been in progress for some time now.

The Play Pavilion will feature interactive digital experiences and hands-on activities, and we can’t wait to check it out once it opens. Disney has not yet revealed an opening timeline so stay tuned for more updates!

Read more about the Play Pavilion here!

During EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, you can participate in Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak, which is a scavenger hunt that tasks players to find Remy statues placed around EPCOT. During Hurricane Ian, we noticed that Remy statues located outdoors were moved, and they were seemingly subsequently replaced with plates.

However, on our most recent trip to EPCOT, we found Remy statues placed back outside!

You can purchase a game board through the end of the Food & Wine Festival on November 19th to get a prize, or you can just find the Remy statues around for fun!

Read more about Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak here!

The tarp over the big swirl in the Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana attraction has been removed, so you can once again get a peek at the structure.

This interactive water attraction will feature a trail of interactive water elements, and it’s currently scheduled to open in late 2023.

Learn more about Journey of Water by clicking here!

EPCOT Merchandise Updates

ImageWorks

At ImageWorks, we spotted the new Loungefly Disney Vacation Club Minnie Ears for $39.99. These ears are exclusive to DVC Members.

These ears feature vibrant pink and blue colors with DVC icons, and the bow is made of faux leather with the DVC logo in the center.

Click here for more pics of the DVC Minnie Ears!

Mexico Pavilion

Hand-Painted Hats were back for $34.99 in the Mexico Pavilion. When they appeared previously they sold out in about two days!

We also spotted this Coco Youth Dress for $49.99…

…and this Coco Youth Sweater for $49.99.

Now let’s make our way to Norway!

Norway Pavilion

At The Fjording in the Norway Pavilion, this Christmas Tin of Danish Cookies was available.

It costs $7.99.

China Pavilion

Over in the China Pavilion at the House of Good Fortune, a Cast Member pointed out a unique Cat Keychain. It has a spinning part made of currency that you spin to bring you money!

It costs $9.95.

UK Pavilion

At the Tea Caddy in the UK Pavilion, we found a Wooden Tea Chest that comes with your choice of 10 tea bags.

Not a bad deal for only $19.99!

Multiple Locations

Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is now taking place in EPCOT! Through October 31st, you can purchase a game board for $9.99 from Creations Shop, Port of Entry, Gateway Gifts, or World Traveler.

There are hidden pumpkins all over EPCOT for a limited time, and you can redeem your game board for a mini trick-or-treat pumpkin!

Learn more about Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit here!

Creations Shop

At Creations Shop, we found a Pizza Planet Purse for $34.99.

There was also a Big Hero 6 T-Shirt for kids for $19.99.

Also for kids was this Mickey and Friends Castle T-Shirt for $19.99.

We also found a Hercules Pullover for $59.99…

…and a Hercules Gray T-Shirt for $36.99.

We found a Gray Castles T-Shirt for $36.99…

…and a Castles Jean Jacket for $79.99.

A Star Wars Mug was available for $19.99.

There was a Princess Colored Pencils Pack for $24.99.

And for kids, this Howdy Partner! T-Shirt was $19.99.

This Daisy Mug was available for $14.99.

A pink nuiMO Spirit Jersey was there for $21.99.

And lots of apparel was available, like this Mickey & Friends Sweatshirt for $49.99…

…this Walt Disney World T-Shirt for $24.99…

…this Mickey and Friends Cropped Hoodie for $54.99…

…this blue Mickey and Friends T-Shirt for $29.99…

…this blue Mickey and Friends Button-Up for $59.99…

…this Mickey Ombré T-Shirt for $39.99…

…this Mickey and Friends Orange Tank for $29.99…

…these Mickey and Friends Sweatpants for $49.99…

…these blue Mickey and Friends Shorts for $39.99…

…and this Mickey and Friends Collared Button-Up Shirt for $49.99.

We found a Carousel Keychain for $14.99…

…and a Princess and the Frog Keychain for $14.99.

A 40th Anniversary EPCOT Magnet was available for $11.99…

…as was this 40th Anniversary Spaceship Earth & Figment Figurine for $125.

A Toy Story aliens The Chosen One Tank Top was also there for $49…

…as were these The Chosen One Sweatpants for $69.99.

There was a Figment Cuddleez Plush for $39.99!

And finally, the Disney Dooney & Bourke Holiday Collection was released! The Dooney & Bourke Satchel was $298…

…and the Dooney & Bourke Wallet was $168.

You can click below to see more photos!

Click here to see more photos of the Dooney & Bourke Holiday Collection!

Italy Pavilion

At La Bottega Italiana in the Italy Pavilion, there were several hand-painted items available, like this Bowl for $64.99…

…this Plate for $30.99…

…this Spatula Holder for $62.99…

…and this Utensils Holder for $84.99.

Let’s head over to Germany!

Germany Pavilion

At Kunstarbeit in Kristall in the Germany Pavilion, there was a new 40th Anniversary Photo Book for $79. It’s also personalizable.

There was also a 40th Anniversary Pen Holder for $45.

New 40th anniversary glassware was also available, such as this Pint Glass for $29…

…this Beer Stein Mug for $39…

…this Weizen Glass for $29…

…this Wine Glass for $39…

…and this Champagne Flute for $39.

We have a few more stops to go!

Camera Center

At the Camera Center, there was an EPCOT 40th Anniversary Mug for $14.99.

And this Snow White Pin was also available for $12.99.

Are you ready for some Marvel tees?

Disney Traders

At Disney Traders, this Captain America Comic Book Tee was available for $29.99…

…as was this Spider-Man Comic Book Tee for $29.99.

Last stop!

Festival Marketplace

And finally, at the Festival Marketplace, this Figment Skirt was $78…

…and this Figment Purse was $39.99.

PHEW — that was a lot! If you’re a big EPCOT fan this is a good time to visit with the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival still happening as well as the 40th Anniversary Celebration. Keep following DFB for more Disney World news and updates!

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