EPCOT will be going through quite a few changes over the next several weeks!

The 2022 Festival of the Arts is scheduled to end on February 21st, followed by the 2022 Flower & Garden Festival opening on March 2nd. LOTS of things are changing in EPCOT. And there’s one important thing to know if you’re heading to EPCOT soon…your wallet might also be in danger. Find out why right here!

EPCOT Construction Updates

Progress is moving along for the Nova Corps Star Blaster that will be located outside the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride! We spotted more work being done this week, and we can’t wait to see when it’s finished.

We also noticed new signs near some of the 50th Anniversary gold statues, including a QR code for a behind-the-scenes video.

And we spotted a bit of themed graffiti on some of the miniature trains near the Germany pavilion! Have you ever noticed this?

Now let’s check out all the new merch that will have your wallet screaming.

EPCOT Merchandise Updates

Creations Shop

If you love Mickey balloons, there’s now a Mickey Balloon Sipper in Disney World! We found this one at Creations Shop for $22.99.

You can either drink out of your new sipper or display it on your shelf! If you collect Mickey balloon items, this one is for you. These were selling quickly though, so be sure to check and see if they’re still available when you visit.

Here’s more about the Mickey Balloon Sipper!

We also found this Disney Princess Set, which comes with a long sleeve top…

…and a pair of matching pants! Both items are covered in images of the princesses, with fun words or phrases for each one. They cost $49.99 each.

Now let’s check out some new ears!

Souvenir Cart

We found NEW Alice in Wonderland Minnie Ears at the souvenir cart located just between the United Kingdom and France pavilions! These ears are covered in satin material, with the ears featuring an allover Alice in Wonderland print, and the bow is blue with lace trim, just like Alice’s dress.

You can find them at the souvenir cart for $29.99, but we aren’t sure how long they might last!

Read more about the new Alice in Wonderland Minnie Ears here!

La Bottega Italiana

We spotted the return of the Via Napoli Ornament in the Italy pavilion in EPCOT! It was located for sale in La Bottega Italiana, and it looks just like the fan-favorite pizza restaurant.

If you really like Via Napoli, you can get it for $29.99 while it lasts!

Check out more photos of the Via Napoli ornament here!

EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Updates

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is coming up on March 2nd, and topiaries are beginning to arrive! We found these adorable panda topiaries in the China pavilion…

…and some topiary prep in the Morocco pavilion.

Over in the United Kingdom pavilion, we also found topiaries of Captain Hook and Peter Pan…

…as well as Tick-Tock the Crocodile, of course.

You can also find a cute Winnie the Pooh topiary holding a red balloon…

…Tigger, Piglet, and Eeyore topiaries…

…and a Rabbit topiary!

And there’s also a booth being set up in the UK pavilion, so we’ll be keeping a close eye on EPCOT for more Flower & Garden developments!

And that’s all the news from EPCOT! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates!

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Are you excited for the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival? Tell us in the comments!