It’s been a BIG week for EPCOT news.

A huge construction milestone was reached at a new attraction, we learned which food booths are coming to the Festival of the Arts, and there’s a TON of new merch to check out. Let’s get to it!

Epcot Construction Updates

Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana

Remember when we said there was a HUGE construction milestone in EPCOT? We meant it! The massive Te Fiti figure has been moved into the Moana attraction construction zone. She’s covered in greenery, and you can see some flowers poking out of the top of her head for her crown.

Here’s a look at just how giant Te Fiti really is!

Disney has shared that Journey of Water will open sometime in late 2023, so stay tuned for more updates.

See More of Te Fiti in EPCOT Here

Epcot General Updates

You might notice some new signage up around the entrance to EPCOT! A couple new monorail signs with times and other information have been installed.

The signs light up at night, so you’ll be able to see where you’re going even in the dark.

Epcot Merchandise Updates

Gateway Gifts

Aw, PHOOEY! There’s a new Donald Duck Rubik’s Cube available at Gateway Gifts.

You can pick it up for $19.99.

Port of Entry

Keep your headphone safe with this Awesome Mix Vol 1 headphone case for $21.99.

For the Star Wars fans out there, you can get your hands on this Imperial TIE Fighter die cast figure. 

It’s available for $24.99.

Pin Traders

2023 is right around the corner, and that means a few new pins! This Mickey pin is $11.99…

…as is this Disney Villains pin…

…and this Edna Mode pin!

You’ll have to pay a little more for this Mickey & Friends pin, though — it’s $14.99.

But did we mention IT SPINS?!

Imageworks

A FUZZY spirit jersey has landed, and it’s dedicated to Sulley from Monsters Inc!

Here’s a look at the back. You can grab this for $89.99.

Take home this vinyl Figment figure and let your imagination run wild.

It’s available for $29.99.

Volkskunst

Stay warm and cozy with this Seven Dwarfs hoodie for $59.99.

Or, channel your inner princess with this Snow White shirt. 

Grab it for $36.99.

Souvenirs de France

We spotted some new Ratatouille themed items too, like this Remy pin for $14.99…

…a Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure ride pin for $11.99…

…and this Remy and Emile fridge pin for $14.99.

Plenty of ways to show your love for this Little Chef.

The Fjording

There’s a new Frozen Ever After ornament! It’s $29.99.

And there are quite a few new other items, like this Frozen knit sweater for kids for $44.99.

There are matching pants too — get them for $44.99 as well!

And why not grab the matching slippers while you’re at it? They’re $19.99.

We spotted this new bag for $39.99…

…and this bag for $44.99!

You and the whole fam can be decked out in your Frozen gear, and isn’t that what the holidays are really all about?

Northwest Mercantile

There’s a Le Cellier ornament available now too! It features Mickey and Minnie having a cute lil date night. Grab it for $22.99.

These festive shirt dresses look perfect for a cozy Christmas morning!

Each is $34.99.

Stay warm with this Canada hoodie that features a hockey boot lace accent for $59.99.

Or, grab this Canada shirt for $36.99.

Take your pick of new drinking receptacles with this water bottle for $27.99…

…tumbler for $39.99…

…and mug for $24.99.

There’s something for just about everyone on your list!

Creations

A TON of Disney 100th Anniversary merchandise has landed in the parks and online, and we spotted some of it at the Creations Shop, like this Pandora charm bracelet for $195!

Keep your cookies fresh with this Cookie Stroll jar for $39.99.

Donald is ready for the holidays on this shirt! Get it for $24.99.

We spotted some new wooden figurines, like this Mickey one for $39.99…

…Mickey and Minnie skating for $45…

…another Mickey one for $39.99…

…Marie for $39.99…

…and Lady for $39.99 as well!

There’s a Sorcerer Mickey pin for $14.99.

Protect your headphones with this EPCOT 40th Anniversary case for $19.99.

This Animator’s Collection mega figurine set would make a great gift for someone (or for you!). Get it for $49.99.

Pick up this Poor Unfortunate Souls vase for $44.99.

And finally, let your kiddos imagination run wild with the Millennium Falcon Play Fort for $109.99. Or get it for yourself, we don’t judge.

That’s everything you missed in EPCOT this time around! Make sure you keep up with all the latest changes before your next trip.

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