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REMINDER: This EPCOT Restaurant Will Close for Refurbishment TOMORROW

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The Disney World parks are FULL of closures right now, and while it’s all to make the parks better, it does mean it’s a little hard to experience some of your favorite offerings or try something new.

Turkey Poutine

Over in EPCOT, Festival of the Arts is getting ready to begin this week, but there’s one popular location that unfortunately won’t be taking part in having a festival offering this year. If you were hoping to hit up Refreshment Port for their specialized or regular poutine, this is your reminder that it’ll be CLOSED for refurbishment starting on January 12th, 2026.

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Disney Springs, Wilderness Lodge, and EPCOT Are Getting Hit With NEW Closures This Week

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Even MORE closures are hitting Disney World this week! There is a lot of construction underway as Disney works to bring new lands to life at Disney World, such as Pueblo Esperanza and Piston Peak National Park. And even amid all the closures for these expansions, other attractions and locations are also closed for maintenance and updates.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

We are here to make sure you always know what is happening at Disney World. There are THREE new closures starting this week, and we don’t want you to be caught by surprise. We are rounding up ALL the closures in Disney World this week, including the three new ones.

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NEWS: A Popular Food Spot Will Be CLOSED During the EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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A major change is hitting EPCOT in less than two weeks! The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will return on January 16th and run through February 23rd, 2026. This EPCOT Festival made its debut in 2017, and celebrates three artistic disciplines: the Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts! 

EPCOT Festival of the Arts!

We’ve been keeping an eye out for every update we can get about this year’s festival, and while we’re still waiting for the menus to drop, we did notice a change that could impact the number of Food Studios (or booths) that will be available this year. It looks like Refreshment Port, which typically has a couple of festival items, will be closed for refurbishment during the Festival of the Arts. 

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This EPCOT Snack Spot Is Undergoing a Refurbishment Starting THIS Month

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This simple closure at EPCOT might be causing a bigger issue than you might think.

Refreshment Port

The Refreshment Port in EPCOT is a quick spot to grab poutine and fountain drinks, but now it’s going under refurbishment that might mess up the festivals.

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REVIEW: This EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Stop Has Cinnamon Donut Hard Cider. Yep, Add It to Your List.

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If you’re in the mood for a holiday-theme poutine, you need to come with us to Refreshment Port!

Refreshment Port

The 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays has officially begun, and there is a lot to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to Refreshment Port to check out its popular poutine!

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REVIEW: 10/10, Can Confirm – This EPCOT Snack Is Just As Good as You’ve Heard

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The 2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival adventures continue!

Refreshment Port

While we make our way around World Showcase to visit all of the Festival Marketplaces to bring you our reviews of every Food Booth at the 2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, there’s a stop we need to make along the way. Even though it’s not technically a Festival Food Booth (since it’s open all year long), the Refreshment Port Hosted by Boursin Cheese is usually a must-stop regardless. Why? Because it’s always home to a specialty POUTINE for each and every seasonal EPCOT Festival! This year is no different, so we invite you to join us once again at the Refreshment Port…

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REVIEW: French Fry Fans Know the BEST Place for a Cheap Snack in EPCOT

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There are nearly countless places to eat all around Disney World property, but not all of them are totally worth your time.

Canada Pavilion

This is especially true over in EPCOT, as it’s home to eleven different countries featuring dining options with cuisines from around the world, and a lot of times, it can be hard to decide where you’d like to try. If you’re looking for something quick and you’re craving some French fries, you may be inclined to head towards Refreshment Port, but is it really worth it? We found out!

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REVIEW: I’m Not Saying That Lavender French Fries Changed My Life, But Yes, I Am.

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We always look forward to stopping by the Refreshment Port during the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival.

2025 Refreshment Port

Why? Because it’s always home to one of our very favorite things: POUTINE! But not just any Poutine… (although you can enjoy Traditional Poutine here all year long). During EPCOT’s seasonal Festivals, Refreshment Port also serves up a specialty Poutine just for the current event! And this year is no different, with the Provence Poutine making its debut. We hope you’ll join us for our complete review. (In fact, you can find a review for every single Outdoor Kitchen at the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival right here!)

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10/10 Recommend the Poutine at the 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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Come along with us as we stop by the Refreshment Port at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts!

Refreshment Port

We’re live at the 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts, checking out the food studios, artistic performances, merchandise, and more. There’s a LOT going on, but don’t let it overwhelm you. We’re here to tell you everything you need to know before your visit. Let’s check out what’s on the menu at the Refreshment Port!

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FULL MENUS Released for the 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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Some major things are in store for EPCOT this year, including the return of several beloved festivals. In fact, we just got a FIRST LOOK at the new menus for an upcoming event!

EPCOT Festival of the Arts

Anticipation for the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has been through the roof, and we FINALLY have some info regarding the event’s offerings this year! Disney released the FULL menus for the event and we’re sharing all the details!

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