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Here’s How You Can Ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Epcot

Are you ready to save the galaxy?! After so much anticipation, it’s time for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to open at Epcot! To make sure you’re ready, here are a few ways you can ride this new, indoor roller coaster on your next Walt Disney World vacation. The ride is currently in previews and will be available for everyone to ride starting May 27th!

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride at Epcot

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will open with a virtual queue, like so many other new rides have used. The option to purchase an individual Lightning Lane entry for an additional cost will also be available. This ride will not use a traditional standby line at this time. Here are some tips!

Virtual Queue  

The first, and most important, thing you’ll need to have set up is having a valid park admission linked in the My Disney Experience app and a park reservation for Epcot on the day you want to visit. Be sure everyone in your travel party is linked and sharing plans through your Friends & Family list.

At 7:00 a.m. on the day of your park reservation, you will be able to check for an available boarding group inside the My Disney Experience app and request access to the virtual queue. This can be done from your hotel room or while you are traveling to the park.

You will have a second opportunity to join the virtual queue at 1:00 p.m. if you were not able to get a boarding group earlier. The difference with this time slot is that guests must be in Epcot to access this opportunity. Take note that this time is still before park hopping begins so you will have to start your day at Epcot for both of these virtual queue options.

You will only be able to enter the virtual queue once per day during regular park hours.

This option does not require an additional purchase.

Virtual Queue During Extended Evening Hours  

If you are staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin and Swan Reserve, or Shades of Green will have an extra opportunity to join the virtual queue at 6:00 p.m. on select dates during the special extended evening park hours. Check out the available dates if you’re staying at one of these resorts!

You will not need to be in Epcot to request to join at that time, but will need valid park admission and either a theme park reservation for Epcot for that day OR have the option to visit more than one park per day (Park Hopper ticket or Annual Pass) and enter the first park where you made your park reservation.

Just as above, there is not an additional cost to enter the virtual queue.

You can see which boarding group is currently being called by either checking the app or finding one of the digital tip boards in the park.

Tips to Join the Virtual Queue

  • Be Ready Ahead of Time: Make sure you know how to navigate the My Disney Experience account ahead of time. Everyone in your travel party should be linked along with your park admission and park reservations. Sign on to the app before the distribution time and then refresh exactly when it opens. Spots will go quickly, likely within a couple of minutes!
  • Check Availability: Log in to the My Disney Experience app at one of the distribution times. Select “Virtual Queues” on the home screen to view the current status and next steps for joining a virtual queue. The app will indicate when there is no availability for a specific distribution time, or if a backup group is available.
  • Enroll Your Group: As long as your Disney account is linked to your group’s park tickets, and everyone has valid admission and park reservations for the park you will visit, you can enroll everyone in the virtual queue at the same time, based on availability.
  • Enjoy the Experience: If your boarding group is called to return, you’ll receive a notification via the My Disney Experience app. You can head over to the attraction and scan in.

Purchase Individual Lightning Lane Entry  

You also have the option to purchase an individual Lightning Lane entry in the My Disney Experience app using Disney Genie. Just like the boarding groups, this option is limited and subject to availability. You will still have to have valid admission and a park reservation for Epcot, or the option to park hop for times that are after 2:00 p.m.

There is an additional cost for this one. The price varies based on date, so it will not be the same every day. You do not need to purchase Genie+ to be able to purchase an individual Lightning Lane.

Guests staying on Disney property will be able to purchase this option in the app at 7:00 a.m. If you are staying off property, you will not be able to purchase the Lightning Lane until the park opens (if there are any times still available). The times typically are gone within a couple of minutes, so have everything linked in your app and know how to navigate it ahead of time. I recommend being logged into the app before 7:00 a.m. and then immediately refreshing exactly at 7:00 a.m.

Things to Note

  • Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to participate in the experience.
  • In order to give as many guests as possible the opportunity to join the queue, each guest can enter the virtual queue for a given experience no more than once per day, subject to availability.
  • Boarding groups for a virtual queue are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed. Not all boarding groups may be called to return, based on availability of the experience.
  • Guests may not hold a boarding group for more than one experience at the same time. If more than one experience is using a virtual queue, guests will need to enter those virtual queues one at a time.

FAQs

  • Once my boarding group is called, how long do I have to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? You will have one hour from the time you receive the notification that your group has been called. Make sure you have your notifications turned on!
  • What is the height requirement? Guests must be 42″ tall to ride.
  • Is there a ride photo? Yes, you can have your attraction photo linked to your My Disney Experience account by using Bluetooth or your Magic Band.
  • Can Rider Switch be used? Yes! You can find all of the details here.
  • Can I use DAS for this ride? Right now, guests that qualify to use DAS will still need to join the virtual queue for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. A DAS return time will not be distributed like it as for rides that have a regular standyby line. You can find out more about DAS here.
  • Will I get motion sickness? This is definitely a thrill ride! If you are prone to motion sickness, you might want to sit this one out.
  • Does Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind go upside down? No, it does not go upside down.
  • Can I ride more than once on the same day? If you are able to grab a boarding group and an individual Lightning Lane, then yes!

Do you feel like you’re ready for your adventure through the galaxy? If you have questions, leave them in the comments. I hope this was helpful!

Categories: Disney

Dining at La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot

The newly expanded France Pavilion at Epcot in Walt Disney World in Orlando includes a new restaurant, La Crêperie de Paris. This is a great addition to the dining options at Epcot for a table service meal and I was so excited to try it out for lunch on a recent trip.

La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot features savory buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes inspired by the Brittany region of France. You can dine during breakfast, lunch, or dinner although the menu is the same throughout the day.

Outside of La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot

Where is La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot Located?

La Crêperie de Paris is located in the newly expanded France Pavilion at Epcot. You will see the building just before you get to the new ride, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.

What are Galletes and Crêpes?

These two classic French dishes look very similar but they differ based on how they are made and what they are paired with.

Galettes tend to be savory and they are made using gluten-free buckwheat flour. These are typically a main course and filled with items like egg, cheese, ham, etc.

Crêpes are like a thin pancake. They are made using eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour. Crêpes tend to be desserts and filled with sweet items and other items like fruit.

La Crêperie de Paris Menu

The menu at La Crêperie de Paris was created by celebrity chef, Jérôme Bocuse.

Photo of menu at La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot

Appetizer or Side Dish

  • Soup de Jour
  • Salade Maison

Prix Fixe Menu

  • Choice of Soup of the Day or Salade Maison; choice of one Galette with a Glass of Hard Cider, Soda, or Juice; Choice of one Dessert Crêpe

Galettes (Buckwheat Crêpes)

  • Classique: Ham, Egg, Swiss Cheese
  • Chèvre: Goat Cheese, Spinach, Walnuts
  • Ratatouille: Tomato, Zucchini, Eggplant
  • Poulet: Chicken, Béchamel Cheese Sauce, Mushrooms
  • Saumon: Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraîche, Chives, Lemon
  • Savoyarde: Raclette Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Bacon, Imported Bayonne Ham
La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot

Chèvre Gallete filled with Goat Cheese, Spinach, and Walnuts
La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot
Poulet Gallete filled with Chicken, Béchamel Cheese Sauce, and Mushrooms

Crêpes (Dessert)

  • Gourmande: Hazelnut-Chocolate Spread, Whipped Cream
  • Melba: Peach, Red Berries Sauce, Almonds
  • Pomme: Caramelized Apples, Caramel Beurre Salé
  • Banane: Banana, Caramel Beurre Salé
  • Poire: Pear, Chocolate Ganache, Whipped Cream
  • Add Ons: Whipped Cream, Ice Cream, Sauce
  • Add a Shot to Any Crêpe: Grand Marnier, Rhum, or Calvados
La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot
Gourmande Crêpe filled with Hazelnut-Chocolate Spread, Whipped Cream

Menu Enfant Prix Fixe Menu (Kid’s Menu)

  • Choice of one Galette (Brie Cheese, Ratatouille, or Ham and Cheese) and choice of one Crêpe ( Sugar, Red Berries or Hazelnut Chocolate Spread)
La Crêperie de Paris in Epcot
Red Berry Crêpe from the Kid’s Menu

Cidres (French Hard Ciders)

  • Brut
  • Doux
  • Demi Sec
  • Rose

Vins (French Wines)

  • Chardonnay
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Rosé de Provence

Divers (Miscellaneous)

  • Biere Kronenbourg: Beer
  • Mimosa
  • Champagne Malard
  • French Martini

Sodas, Jus (Imported Soft Drinks)

  • Evian
  • Perrier
  • Jus de Pomme: Apple Juice
  • Orangina: French Orange Soda
  • Limonade: French Sparkling Limonade

Hot Beverages

  • Espresso
  • Cappuccino
  • Thé: Tea
  • Café: Coffee

I loved our meal here! It was a great change from the other theme park options, was light and fresh, and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend adding La Crêperie de Paris into your Epcot park day if you’re looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

Do You Need a Reservation for La Crêperie de Paris?

This restaurant is one that you are able to make reservations for. Dining reservations currently open 60 days ahead of time. If you are not able to make a reservation prior to your trip, you can try the walk up window on the other side of the building.

You will need valid park admission as well as an Epcot park reservation for the day of your visit, or have the ability to park hop after 2:00 pm from another park.

Need help making theme park reservations? Check out this post for instructions!

Walk Up Window at Crêpes À Emporter

Don’t have a reservation or wanting to grab a crêpe on the go? Visit the quick service window at Crêpes À Emporter right next door.

The menu here is a bit smaller than the table service next door, but features some of the same favorites. Find three savory crêpes, four sweet crêpes, ice cream, some ciders, wine, and other non-alcoholic beverages.

Bon appétit!

Categories: Disney

5 Ways to Prepare Kids for a Disney Trip | Advice from a Therapist

Disney is full of magic, but it can also cause little ones to be overstimulated and overwhelmed. I’m excited to introduce you all to my friend Lindsay so that she can share a few ways to prepare your kids for a Disney trip! I know her advice will be helpful and she is a children’s therapist so she knows what she’s talking about.

Lindsay and I met in a business mastermind online and when she was ready to take her family to Disneyland, I was lucky enough to help her plan the trip. She has so many great resources on her website and also has a podcast, Mindful as a Mother, you should check out too!

Ways to Prepare Kids for a Disney Trip blog post with image featuring Disney California Adventure rides

Meet Lindsay Adams

Hi new friend, my name is Lindsay Adams and I am taking over for Shannon today. Before I jump into ALL of my tips for navigating and preparing for Disney as a children’s therapist, I just wanted to introduce myself. I am a child therapist, mindful motherhood educator, and most importantly, a mom to three young children. I have a son who is 6 and twin girls who are almost 4.

We recently visited Disneyland for the first time. It was AMAZING. Much of that is thanks to Shannon’s help in planning and preparing for our trip. After our first trip, I wanted to share some things that helped me and my family and I know they will help others who are planning their own Disney trip. 

This is my first time blogging, so go easy on me. I know that, most of the time, the biggest tip is last but in this post, that is not the case. The first tip is the most important one and it will set you up for all of the other tips. 

5 Ways to Prepare Kids for a Disney Trip

1. Ask yourself what your priorities are for the trip and see if they align with your kids priorities.

Let me tell you a quick story. After two days of trying to make sure we checked every ride off the list, my son was begging to ride Radiator Springs Racers again. We were going back and forth with timing and planning when my husband said the most insightful thing to me. “Is he going to remember that we rode ALL the rides? Or is he going to remember riding his favorite ride? ” This hit me like a ton of bricks. I had gotten so caught up in trying to plan what felt like the perfect vacation from my perspective, that I forgot to think of the kids’ perspectives. I thought of my own childhood, and it was accurate. Focusing on how the experience will be for your child and what is important to them will help you plan the vacation that they will remember forever. 

Radiator Springs Racers ride at California Adventure

2. Talk about your plans ahead of time.

Let your kids know what each day will look like and involve them in making as many decisions as possible. Remember tip #1. What are they going to remember? Having kids who are involved in the planning process will help them feel more in control and invested in the whole experience. What foods do they want to try? Which ride to do next? Make them an active part of the process. Bonus Tip: This will also help prevent unsavory behaviors because they have had some control and are able to take ownership over the vacation. 

If it’s your first time, or your child’s first time, I suggest letting them watch YouTube videos about Disney and all of the rides. This way it’s not as overwhelming. A lot of the time, kids will be afraid of the unknown and be scared.  After watching the videos, they likely will feel excited or at least know what to expect. This will help their brain prepare for the experience and will help prevent meltdowns and sensory overload.

As a family, you can talk about what you are most looking forward to or what you are the most excited about. You also can give them space to share any fears they have and talk them through the things that might be scary.  

Disneyland balloons

3. Add in rest time to prevent sensory overload.

As an adult, Disneyland was overstimulating. The sights, the smells, the sounds, ALL of the excitement. Creating time and space for rest is super important so that everyone makes it through the vacation. If your children are young, I highly recommend staying at a resort that is close by so you can sneak away and get a midday nap in. We did this, and this is the thing that kept us going.  When we are tired, it’s hard to regulate our nervous system and our emotions. This is usually when difficult behavior arises (AKA tantrums and tears). The midday rest helped my tantrums and tears as well. If your children are older and don’t need a quiet hotel room and a nap, I would recommend planning some quiet activities after lunch. When preparing for our trip, I learned that Disney has so many cool shows, drawing classes, and places to take a little break and enjoy some downtime. 

child watching show at Disneyland

Need a checklist of items to pack in your park bag? Grab a free one here!

4. Take into consideration your child’s specific needs. 

Every child is different and has different needs. Make sure that you plan for your child specifically, and not based on a general agenda. My son is neurodivergent (he has ADHD and autism). He LOVES Mickey Mouse and Lightning McQueen. My girls love Elsa and Anna and were excited about the rides as well. I was able to use this information while planning. We qualified for and were able to utilize the Disability Access Service that Disney provides. In addition to this, I was intentional in making sure to incorporate the character experiences into our days as well. Another example would be if your child loves rides but gets tired easily and doesn’t do well when hangry, then you would want to make sure you are spacing out the rides with downtime and lots of snacks in between.

mickey mouse at toon town disneyland

5. Make a plan and then go with the flow.

This relates a little to the most important tip (#1). There are so many resources for help in making sure you get to ride all the rides, try all of the fun snacks, and experience ALL the things when it comes to a Disney trip. This is super helpful, and I love to feel prepared as much as the next mom. Just make sure that you don’t get SO stuck in the planning part of things that you forget to have fun and go with the flow.

Kids are going to get cranky, rides are going to close, and things won’t always go exactly as you have them planned out in your head. If we go into the trip expecting disruptions and are prepared to embrace them, then we are able to enjoy and live in the moment. “What will they remember from this trip?” They will remember a parent who had fun with them and let them ride their favorite ride as many times as they wanted. 

mickey mouse ice cream sundae

Thank you so much for reading and I hope your next Disney experience is as amazing as mine was! –Lindsay

Lindsay, thank you so much for sharing these tips and your family’s vacation experience. I know this will be helpful information for parents planning to take their kids on their first (or next!) Disney trip. Make sure to follow Lindsay on her Instagram (@linds_adamslcsw) and checkout all of her tips for mindful parenting.

Categories: Disney, Home

How to Make Your Home Smell Like Disney

This blog post is in partnership with The Columbia Fragrance Co. and may contain affiliate links.

If you are anything like me, then if you aren’t at Disney, you are trying to find ways to bring some of the magic to your home until you can visit again. Disney movie nights at home with fun snacks or playing a Disney playlist on Spotify while you work are some ways I’ve talked about on the blog before. Did you know that you can make your home smell like Disney? The Columbia Fragrance Co. has a special Magical Memories Collection that highlights some of the most iconic scents throughout Walt Disney World.

How To Make Your Home Smell Like Disney image featuring Walt Disney World Resort lobbies (Port Orleans Riverside, Riviera, Polynesian, and the Grand Floridian)

How Smells Connect with Our Memories

Our sense of smell has the ability to evoke strong memories. It is often able to immediately take us back to that place where you smelled a scent for the first time. These memories are usually the most emotional when compared to the other senses.

How Disney Uses Scents

Using specific scents is one of the pieces Disney uses throughout their theme parks and resorts that helps make their storytelling so special. Have you been on Soarin’ at Epcot and smelled the grass as you are flying over the savannah or the beautiful beaches of Fiji? Or if you have ridden Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, did you smell the freshly baked baguettes in one of the scenes? I love that they have added this technology on some rides to really give you a complete experience! Disney also uses devices called “smellitizers” to place scents in front of strong airflow that basically pumps this certain smell into a particular area.

The Columbia Fragrance Co.

I found The Columbia Fragrance Co. several years ago when I was searching for a candle that smelled like the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. They have a whole catalog of products and fragrances (more than just the Disney inspired ones), as well as a new monthly subscription box. Dorene is the owner and we have been able to work together on many collaborations after we connected on social media.

Devine Fairytale Columbia Fragrance Image

They hand pour all of their products and everything is created with a focus on containers and packaging that be reused or recycled. Look on Pinterest for some cute and creative ways to reuse the glass jars or spray bottles in other areas of your home after you’ve used up all of the product or burned the entire candle!

The candles are a custom blend of paraffin and soy waxes. Using paraffin allows the colors and scents to hold together and the soy is a more environmentally friendly option to create a high quality product for your home.

Types of Products

  • Candles
  • Diffuser Oils
  • Wax Melts
  • Fragrance Sprays

Featured Walt Disney World Resort Fragrances

I was gifted products from Columbia Fragrance Co. to review featuring fragrances inspired by four of the resorts around Walt Disney World property. These are some of my favorite resorts so I was excited to open the box of items and use them in my home. While I’m busy at my home office planning Disney vacations or creating content for my blog, these help inspire my creativity and create a happy home away from home! Disney inspired candles or room sprays are the perfect hidden touches for any Disney lover’s home. Take a look at the Disney resort scents I tried out below.

Port Orleans Riverside Resort

Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort lobby
Columbia Fragrance Co. Riverside Rendezvous Diffuser Oil Bottle

If you’ve stayed at the Port Orleans Riverside Resort and just adored the smell when you walk in the lobby to check in, you are going to love Riverside Rendezvous. Riverside Rendezvous is the scent of Cotton Blossom with notes of jasmine, violets, gardenia, lemon and vanilla. This a clean and fresh scent that I have been using in a diffuser for the living room of our home. I saw that someone else used the diffuser oil on dryer balls to toss in with your laundry, so I will definitely be trying this too!

Shop Riverside Rendezvous

Riviera Resort

Disney's Riviera Resory lobby
Columbua Fragrance Co. Riviera Reverie room spray

When my husband and I became Disney Vacation Club members, the Riviera Resort became our “home” resort. It is such a beautiful property with delicious restaurants and the lobby and coffee shop area has a beautiful signature fragrance. Riviera Reverie is a crisp and clean fragrance, with notes of bergamot, thyme, and cotton. In between our stays, this fragrance spray is the perfect way to smell our happy place while we’re in our own home.

Shop Riviera Reverie

Polynesian Resort

Disney's Polynesian Resort lobby upper level

Heading over to the Polynesian Resort to grab a Dole Whip or meet up with friends in the evening for drinks at Trader Sam’s isn’t complete without taking in the beautiful lobby of this resort. The Polynesian Paradise scent combines the floral scents of tiare flower and plumeria; the sweet aroma of banana, mango, and papaya; and blends these with the soft spices of cloves and ginger. It is a beautiful, fruity, fragrance and perfect for your own tropical paradise at home.

Shop Polynesian Paradise

Grand Floridian Resort

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Lobby with large floral arrangement and chandelier

We have so many special memories from our Disney wedding tied to the Grand Floridian so I think the Walt’s Wonderful World scent will always be one of my favorites. We got married at Disney’s Wedding Pavilion and took our wedding photos on the grounds and in the lobby of the Grand Floridian. We also spent a few more nights after our wedding there to soak in just a little more magic! Walt’s Wonderful World is made up of green clover and aloe with hints of jasmine and musk. This is a candle I use in my home office that instantly boosts my mood and makes me happy when I light it.

Shop Walt’s Wonderful World

Get Your Own Disney Inspired Scented Products

Want to spark your own special Disney memories at home? Make sure to go check out The Columbia Fragrance Co. and get a special discount using this link or my code 567537C348D. Check out all of the different fragrances they offer and bring some happy into your home! All of the items I have tried over the years have been high quality, feature the perfect fragrance notes, and I love being able to support other small business owners.

What other scents remind you of Disney? Tell me in the comments!

Categories: Disney, Travel

Guide to Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022 (with Free Foodie Checklist)

One of my favorite festivals is the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival in the spring. I love seeing the park in full bloom and all of the beautiful topiaries inspired by our favorite Disney characters. They are truly a work of art!

If you know anything about the festivals, then you know a big part of the fun is the special food and drinks available at the special festival booths. If you’re planning on checking out this year’s Flower and Garden Festival, I have a FREE checklist you can download of all of food and drink items!

Check out this guide to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival for 2022.

Sleeping Beauty topiary at Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

When is the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival?

This festival begins in the Spring, typically beginning the first weekend of March. The festival will run from March 2nd through July 4th for 2022. I love that they have extended the dates so there is even more time to enjoy it.

Topiaries

There are many Disney characters in topiary form you can find throughout the park. Here is a list of the 2022 topiaries:

  • Goofy Topiary featuring a Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration Cake – Main Entrance
  • Sorcerer Mickey Mouse, Brooms, Ostriches, Hippo and Gator – Entrance to World Showcase
  • Woody, Bo Peep and Her Sheep – near The Land Pavilion
  • Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Huey, Dewey and Louie – Bridge to World Showcase
  • Pluto and Chip ‘n’ Dale – The American Adventure Pavilion
  • Buzz Lightyear – near Mission: SPACE
  • Figment – near Imagination!
  • The Three Caballeros (Jose, Donald, and Panchito) – Mexico Pavilion
  • Anna and Elsa – Norway Pavilion
  • Troll – Norway Pavilion
  • Dragon – Japan Pavilion near Torii Gate
  • Pandas – China Pavilion
  • Simba and Friends (Rafiki, Simba, Mufasa and Sarabi) – Between Imagination! and The Land Pavilion
  • Pumbaa and Timon – Between Imagination! and The Land Pavilion
  • Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs – Germany Pavilion
  • Lady and the Tramp – Italy Pavilion
  • Beauty and the Beast – France Pavilion
  • Lumiere and Cogsworth – France Pavilion
  • Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy – Germany Pavilion
  • Peter Pan, Captain Hook, and Tick Tock Croc  – Between the United Kingdom and Canada Pavilions
  • Winnie the Pooh and Friends (Rabbit, Eeyore, Piglet, and Tigger) – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Tinker Bell’s Fairy House Garden – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Bambi and Friends – near Imagination!

Gardens

There are many special garden areas set up just for the festival. Many of these also have educational components where you can learn new information about the plants, animals, and insects that are featured. Here is the list for 2022:

  • Blossoms of Fragrance Presented by Scentsy (NEW) – World Showcase Bridge
  • Outdoor Escapes Presented by OFF!® Repellents – World Discovery
  • Floating Gardens – World Nature
  • Festival Blooms – World Celebration
  • Bambi’s Butterfly House – World Nature near Imagination!
  • The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board® – Rosewalk near Imagination!
  • Health Full Trail Presented by AdventHealth – Imagination! Walkway
  • Tropical Rainforest Garden – Mexico Pavilion
  • Extraordinary Orchids – Mexico Pavilion
  • Bold Bromeliads – World Nature by The Land Pavilion
  • China Zodiac Garden – China Pavilion
  • Bamboo Garden – China Pavilion
  • Alpine Miniature Garden – Germany Pavilion
  • Garden Italiano – Italy Pavilion
  • Kokedema Garden – Japan Pavilion
  • Bonsai Collection – Japan Pavilion
  • Spice Garden – Morocco Pavilion
  • France Bouquet Garden (NEW) – France
  • English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings®
  • Shakespeare Garden – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Prehistoric Garden – World Discovery near Mission: SPACE
  • Green Landing Family Play Zone featuring WALL-E – World Discovery

Please note that some of these gardens close at dusk, so you may not be able to view them if you’re only visiting Epcot at night.

Food and Drinks at the Outdoor Kitchens

The festival features exclusive menus at Outdoor Kitchens throughout the entire theme park. The Outdoor Kitchens are generally open each day from 11:00 am until park close. Below is a list of the options for 2022:

  • Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market – Germany Pavilion
  • Cider House – Located Near the United Kingdom Pavilion
  • The Citrus Blossom – Near Port of Entry
  • EPCOT Farmer’s Feast – Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet®
    • Early Bloom Menu – March 2 through April 9, 2022
    • Springtime Menu – April 10 through May 21, 2022
    • Summer Solstice Menu – May 22 through July 4, 2022
  • EPCOT Sunshine Griddle – Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet®
  • Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth – Between Imagination! and Refreshment Port
  • Fleur de Lys – France Pavilion
  • Hanami – Japan Pavilion
  • The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board® – Near Port of Entry
  • Jardin de Fiestas – Mexico Pavilion
  • La Isla Fresca – Between Morocco and France
  • Lotus House – China Pavilion
  • Magnolia Terrace – American Adventure Pavilion
  • Northern Bloom – Canada Pavilion
  • Pineapple Promenade – Near Port of Entry
  • Primavera Kitchen – Italy Pavilion
  • Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina – Morocco Pavilion
  • Trowel & Trellis Hosted by Impossible™ – Near Disney Traders

Additionally, these year round stops are featuring special festival menu options in addition to their regular menus:

  • Funnel Cake – Between the American Adventure Pavilion and Japan Pavilion
  • Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company – Throughout Epcot
  • World Discovery – Near Mission: SPACE
  • World Showcase – Near Disney Traders
  • The American Adventure Pavilion
  • Canada Pavilion
  • Refreshment Outpost – Between the China Pavilion and Germany Pavilion
  • Refreshment Port – Near Canada Pavilion

Garden Graze

Try out select Festival dishes and collect a matching stamp in your Festival Passport (you can pick one up at the park entrance, shops, or some outdoor kitchens) for each of the specially notated menu items. Once you’ve collected five stamps, bring your completed Passport to the Pineapple Promenade to collect a special Festival exclusive treat!

Garden Rocks Concert Series

Check out the special concert series taking place at the American Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure Pavilion.

  • The Guess Who – March 4 & 5
  • Rick Springfield – March 6 & 7
  • Melina León – March 11 & 12
  • CeCe Winans -March 13 & 14
  • Mike DelGuidice – March 18 & 19
  • Kool & The Gang – March 20 & 21
  • The Orchestra starring former members of ELO – March 25 to 28
  • The Spinners – April 1 & 2
  • The Pointer Sisters – April 3 & 4
  • Blue October – April 8 & 9
  • TBD – April 10 & 11
  • Tommy DeCarlo, singer of the band BOSTON – April 15 & 16
  • Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles – April 17 & 18
  • STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas – April 22 & 23
  • Claudia Leitte – April 24 & 25
  • Berlin – April 29 & 30
  • TobyMac – May 1 & 2
  • Blood, Sweat & Tears – May 6 & 7
  • The Commodores – May 8 & 9
  • Ambrosia with Peter Beckett – May 13 & 14
  • TBD – May 15 & 16
  • A Flock of Seagulls – May 20 & 21
  • Collin Raye – May 22 & 23
  • Thelma Houston – May 27 & 28
  • Little River Band – May 29 & 30
  • Simple Plan – June 3 to 6
  • Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone – June 10 to 13
  • Plain White T’s – June 17 to 20
  • TBD – June 24 & 25
  • TBD – June 26 & 27

The TBD dates should be filled in soon and I’ll update when they are announced.

Showtimes are typically 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, and 8:00 pm.

Guests typically begin to line up well before the showtime in order to get the best seats. General seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Garden Rocks Dining Packages

In order to guarantee a seat, you can make a dining reservation in advance for one of the Garden Rocks Dining Packages. You can dine for lunch or dinner with a special reservation at one of the participating restaurants and you’ll receive a special voucher for priority seating for the showtime selected.

Choose from these four locations:

  • Biergarten Restaurant – Germany Pavilion
  • Coral Reef Restaurant – The Living Seas
  • Garden Grill Restaurant – The Land Pavilion
  • Rose & Crown Dining Room – United Kingdom Pavilion

Each package includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert OR one full buffet (where applicable), along with a non-alcoholic beverage. One guaranteed seat per person to one Garden Rocks concert performance on the same day; the concert time will be assigned at the time of booking is included as well.

It does not include tax or gratuity.

Special Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Event Merchandise

There are several new merchandise collections debuting this year.

  • Mickey Mouse Home Garden
  • Orange Bird
  • Figment’s Garden
  • Spike the Bee

There will also be some Passholder exclusive items available to purchase.

Some of the items will eventually be available to purchase on ShopDisney.

Fun for Kids

Follow Spike the Bee on his pollination trail for a fun springtime scavenger hunt. Purchase Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration map and stickers at select merchandise locations and keep your little ones occupied as you explore the festival. Once you have completed the scavenger hunt, return the completed map to Disney Traders or World Traveler to collect a special surprise. The cost is $9.99 +tax.

Tips for Your Visit

Make sure you have a valid ticket and a park pass reservation if you are planning a visit to the Flower and Garden Festival.

Want to set a budget for how much you spend at the Outdoor Kitchens? Purchase a Disney Gift Card for the budgeted amount. During the Festival, they will have gift cards that you can wear on your wrist for easy access too.

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