Epcot Character & Entertainment Confirmed for 2020

Just a few hours ago, the Walt Disney World Resort confirmed that many of the popular entertainment offerings available at Epcot will continue to be available to guests in 2020. While the majority of these shows and character greeting locations have been around for years, a lot of entertainment offerings were recently removed at the Walt Disney World Resort, so the following schedule will reassure you that many of your favorite shows will still be available next year.

FUTURE WORLD:

SHOW: JAMMitors extended at least through November 26, 2020 with show times at 9:20 a.m., 10:10 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 12:10 p.m., 1:35 p.m., 2:35 p.m., 3:35 p.m. Thursday-Monday.

NOTE: For the week ending on January 4, 2020, this entertainment offering will not be available on Thursday and Friday.

CHARACTER GREETING LOCATIONS:

Baymax extended through January 4, 2020 with the following operating hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Character Spot extended through January 4, 2020 with the following operating hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Garden Grill characters will continue to meet guests at least through December 30, 2020 with the following set times: 8 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., and 4 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Joy & Sadness extended through January 4, 2020 with the following set times: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Pluto extended at least through January 31, 2020 with the following set times: 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and 1:25 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Ralph & Vanellope extended at least through December 30, 2020 with the following set times: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Visa Experience character greeting location extended at least through December 31, 2020 with the following set times: 1 p.m.-7 p.m.

WORLD SHOWCASE:

SHOWS:

British Revolution extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m. Friday-Tuesday.

Jeweled Dragon Acrobats extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 4:10 p.m., 5:10 p.m., 6:10 p.m., 7:10 p.m., 8:10 p.m. seven days a week.

Mariachi Cobre extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m., 1;45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.

Marimba de las Americas extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m., 1;45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 5 p.m. Monday-Tuesday only.

Matsuriza, extended at least through 12/30/20 with show times at 11:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:40 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m.

Oktoberfest Musikanten on extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 1:15 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 4;45 p.m., 5:55 p.m., 7 p.m., 8:05 p.m. seven days a week.

Restaurant Marrakeshextended at least through 12/30/20 with show times at 12:50 p.m., 1:50 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m.; seven days a week

Rose & Crown Pub extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 1:15 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. NOTE: For the week ending on January 4, 2020, this entertainment offering will not be available on Tuesday and Saturday.

Sergio, extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 11:50 a.m., 12:35 p.m., 1:20 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 3:10 p.m., 3:50 p.m., 4:40 p.m. Sunday-Friday

Serveur Amusant extended at least through 12/26/20 with show times at 12:45 p.m., 1:35 p.m., 2:25 p.m., 3:05 p.m., 3:55 p.m., 4:45 p.m. Friday-Tuesday. NOTE: For the week ending on January 4, 2020, this entertainment offering will not be available on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Voices of Liberty extended at least through 11/26/20 with show times at 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 4 p.m., 4:45 p.m. seven days a week.

CHARACTER GREETING LOCATIONS:

Akershus characters extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 1:10 p.m.-3:15 p.m., and 4:45 p.m.-8:30 p.m. seven days a week.

Alice extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:20 p.m., 5:20 p.m.

Anna & Elsa extended at least until 11/26/20 with the following operating hours: 9 a.m.-8:45 p.m. seven days a week.

Aurora extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:20 p.m., 5:20 p.m., 6:20 p.m.

Belle extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:50 p.m., 3:50 p.m., 4:50 p.m. seven days a week.

Daisy extended through 1/4/20 with set times at 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3:10 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Donald Duck extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 12 p.m.-3 p.m. and 4:10 p.m.-7 p.m. seven days a week.

Jasmine extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m., 4:35 p.m., 5:35 p.m. seven days a week.

Mary Poppins extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:50 p.m., 4:50 p.m.  Mulan extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:50 p.m., 4:50 p.m. seven days a week.

Snow White extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:20 p.m., 6:20 p.m. seven days a week.

Winnie the Pooh extended at least until 12/30/20 with set times at 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 3:40 p.m.-6:30 p.m. seven days a week.

Please, be aware that showtimes are subject to change without notice. Always refer to the My Disney Experience app and the current Times Guides for the most up-to-date information.

 

 

Possible Park Impacts from 2019 Holiday Special Filming

Filming for upcoming television specials will take place at the Magic Kingdom Park on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10; for this reason, select Magic Kingdom Park offerings will have altered operating hours/showtimes or will not be presented on those dates.

ENTERTAINMENT IMPACTS ON NOV. 9-10:

•Let the Magic Begin (Welcome Show) will be audio only.

•The Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party may take place at 11:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.

The following entertainment offerings will NOT be presented:

Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire

A Frozen Holiday Wish

Once Upon a Time

Throughout the week, the Main Street Bypass may be utilized to direct Guests around Main Street, U.S.A./Castle Hub.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Due to the unpredictable nature of television production, additional adjustments may occur once filming begins.

Fireworks and other special effects, such as holiday lighting on the castle, may be used as part of production performances. Character set times and locations may be adjusted throughout the week.

As always, entertainment is subject to change. Refer to the My Disney Experience app for the most up-to-date showtimes.

 

 

November 2019 Epcot Merchandise Events

Multiple merchandise events are scheduled to take place at Epcot over the next few weeks, which will allow guests visiting the park to enjoy discounts, special offers, and more.

Here’s a list of the events that will take place later this month (please, note that the special events mentioned below may be modified and/or cancelled without notice):

• • Nov. 2-3: Plume et Palette– Christian Dior fragrance event– 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Nov. 2-3: La Signature– Guerlain fragrance event– 12-6 p.m.

• Nov. 2-4: Il Bel Cristallo, Italy, Bulgari event  – 12-8 p.m.
• Nov. 4-8: Norway, The Fjording, Artist Larry Dotson Signing – 12-7 p.m.
• Nov. 7-11:The Tea Caddy – Penhaligon event– 12-9 p.m.
• Nov. 8-10: Art of Disney – Artist William Silvers signing– 3-9 p.m.
• Nov. 14-17: Art of Disney – Artist David Doss signing– 1-8 p.m.
• Nov. 14-18: The Tea Caddy – Penhaligon event– 12-9 p.m.
• Nov. 21-24: Norway, The Fjording, Artist Larry Dotson Signing – 12-7 p.m.
• Nov. 21-25: The Tea Caddy – Penhaligon event– 12-9 p.m.
• Nov. 29 – Dec. 1: Norway, The Fjording – Laila Fragrances & Beauty with appearance from Geir Ness – 12-6 p.m.
• Nov. 29 – Dec. 3: Norway, The Fjording, Artist Larry Dotson Signing – 12-7 p.m.
• Nov. 30: Art of Disney – Jim Shore event – 9-10:30 a.m.

Woody’s Roundup BBQ Coming in July

Sheriff Woody and his Toy Story pals are heading to Disney’s Contemporary Resort to put on a shindig that will feature games, crafts, and barbeque goodness.

The holiday weekend celebration will be offered nightly July 4 through 6 from 6:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. and the scene will be set as a “larger-than-life recreation playset of Woody’s Roundup—a rustic, wild western town.”

Woody, Jessie, Bullseye, and Buzz Lightyear will be on-hand and guests can sing and dance as Mr. Microphone plays some of Woody’s favorite tunes.

Playtime activities will include:

•Trick Roping Demonstration

•Camp-style Carnival Games

•Toy Story Craft Station

A balloon artist will be roaming around and creating favorite Toy Story toys.

Guests will experience the following fireworks shows from the Porte Cochere which provides a spectacular view. Each show begins at approximately 9:15 PM:

•July 4: Disney’s Celebrate America!—A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky

•July 5 and 6: Happily Ever After

Below is the menu for each evening of the party:

*Entrees

•Grilled Boneless Chicken Breasts and Thighs with Roasted Peach Coulis

•Fire-roasted Vegetable Cake served with a Chipotle Succotash

•Low and Slow Smoked Pork Ribs

•Barbecue Beef Brisket Carved

*Sides

•Fresh Cornbread and Honey Butter

•Mixed Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette and Roasted Pepper Ranch Dressing

•Sweet Cream Cole Slaw

•Southern-style Potato Salad

•Grilled Seasonal Vegetables with a splash of Smoked Olive Oil

•Vegetarian Campfire Chili

*Dessert

•Salted Caramel Cookie Bars

•Assorted Sliced Fresh Melon

•Red, White and Blue Push Pops

•Cherry-Pie Shots

*Kid’s Options

•Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing

•Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches

•Butter Corn Kernels

•Steamed Hot Dogs

•Creamy Mickey Roni & Cheese

•Chicken Fingers with BBQ Sauce & Honey Mustard

•Potato Barrels

•Assorted Cookies and Brownies

*Beverages

•Juices, milk and an assortment of libations—including premium adult beverage options for guests 21 years of age and older.

The event will be held in the Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The price is $149 for ages 10 and up; $99 for ages 3-9 – tax and gratuity are included.

Disney Dining Plan entitlements may not be redeemed for this event. Discounts and promotions are not available. Reservations can be made now on Disney’s site.

Tables for this event will be assigned and multiple parties will be seated together.

 

 

 

Donald’s Dino Bash Coming to Animal Kingdom

Beginning May 25, Donald Duck will take over Dinoland, U.S.A. to celebrate his recent discovery that ducks are descendants of dinosaurs as part of Donald’s Dino-Bash!

Feathered friends Scrooge McDuck, Launchpad McQuack and other friends of Donald will be on hand to meet Animal Kingdom guests. In addition to bringing his own decorating touch to the land, Donald will throw a nightly dance party where everyone is welcome to “shake their tail feathers.”

Timon Meet Coming to Animal Kingdom

Starting from October 1, guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be able to meet Timon from the highly-rated Festival of the Lion King show. This will be the second “The Lion King” character at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as Rafiki greets Guests in Rafiki’s Planet Watch. Also in October, Tarzan will leave the park and return home. His final greeting with guests will take place on September 30.

Be sure to refer to the park’s Times Guide for more information on character meet-and-greets.

WDW Times Guides for April 30-May 6 2017

Tomorrowland Update (4/27/17)

Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom Park in the near future will be able to enjoy new entertainment around Tomorrowland.
Later this spring, Guests can journey over to the Rockettower Plaza Stage (which is found between Space Mountain and Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress) and join in an intergalactic dance party. The DJ will be spinning fresh tunes and making sure this party is out-of-this-world! To make way for “Cosmic Dance Party,” the INCREDIBLES Super Dance Party will close on Monday, May 1.

While the INCREDIBLES Super Dance Party will no longer be available starting May 1, Guests will be able to meet Mr. Incredible at a temporary greeting location in Tomorrowland, May 1-18, 2017.

Additionally, a new, interactive robot character is surprising and entertaining Guests near the Rockettower Plaza Stage. Showbot, a robot from another Galaxy, is fascinated by Earth and Earthlings and want to learn all he can about us and our culture (please, note that some are reporting that the test involving this new character may already be over, but we will keep you updated).

WDW Times Guides for April 16-22 2017

Aulani Introduces Moana Experiences

Since Moana made her official arrival at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, she has inspired many new and exciting experiences for Guests to enjoy at the resort.

Guests now have the opportunity to meet the brave wayfinder and learn of her breathtaking adventures at Mo’olelo Fireside Stories with Moana, enjoy Uncle’s Kahakai Canoe Race, and even get a “Moana makeover” in the resort’s Painted Sky Teen Spa.

Mo’olelo Fireside Stories with Moana:

As the audience gathers around the oceanside fire pit, Moana and “Uncle,” Aulani’s very own storyteller, bring the legends of Oceania to life. Moana also recounts her own stories of way finding.

Uncle’s Kahakai Canoe Race:

Guests join Moana and Uncle as they tell seagoing stories and explain the importance of wa’a – or canoe. Then, Guests build a wa’a model and enjoy a friendly canoe race at the lagoon.

Moana Makeover:

In the Painted Sky Teen Spa, young adventurers can experience a Moana-inspired makeover, which includes styled hair, manicure, pedicure, makeup, and costume.

Disney’s latest animated film “Moana” is currently playing in theaters around the United States in 3D.