Latest look at EPCOT's World Celebration construction progress and the likely arrival of the Walt Disney statue at Dreamers Point

Oct 16, 2023 in "EPCOT"

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Gallery / 9 Photos
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

See all 9

Posted: Monday October 16, 2023 11:54am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

It looks like the new Walt Disney statue has made its way to Dreamers Point in World Celebration at EPCOT.

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

A large crate can be seen complete with a "Limited Access" sign and it looks just about the right size to contain the Walt statue, which can be seen in the image below when it was displayed at D23 Expo.

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point Walt Disney Statue at D23 Expo
Dreamers Point Walt Disney Statue at D23 Expo

The bronze life-size statue, by Imagineer Scott Goddard, will form a new entry point into the heart of EPCOT when it opens in late 2023.

Here are some other of construction progress as World Celebration today.

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023
Dreamers Point and World celebration construction - October 16 2023

Discuss on the Forums

Get Walt Disney World News Delivered to Your Inbox

Conversation

View all comments →

J454611 minutes ago

nah its still a great theme park, but with more food options...thats not a bad thing imo. Epcot always felt like the adult park where they focused on eating drinking and ambience more than rides and thrills. But they added a few great rides over the last years so its gotten a bit better in that regard as well

OKWDVCMAGIC1 hour ago

The continuing evolution of Epcot from a theme park to the world’s largest food court.

Sirwalterraleigh2 hours ago

One would assume it’s a mishmash of things that sell really well (ie highest prices/margins) from the 345 days a year of festivals I’m not in love with it…but it’s also not the worst idea ever If they’re smart…big If…they rotate it seasonally to not cross with the festival booths…it’s a good idea. If it’s set stuff and they just push volume…not so much.

Sirwalterraleigh2 hours ago

FTFY

vikescaper14 hours ago

I’m hoping that they have the empanada that the Encanto booth has during Festival of the Arts. That is one of my favorite festival foods!

Captain Culpepper Cline15 hours ago

Define festival favorites. Thanks.

MisterPenguin19 hours ago

I hope none of the VPs have heard of this thus far!!

EpcotMark19 hours ago

Can't wait until all the VPs come strolling through and realize what a stupid idea it was to knock down West Communicore and the fountain in the first place.

Nunu20 hours ago

I think it'll do well. With the sitting areas, some shade and chargers, people will probably want to grab a bite and a drink while there.

Epcot82Guy20 hours ago

Idea A+... Execution of the space... hmmm.... I do think this would be an amazing use for Odyssey.

Sirwalterraleigh20 hours ago

Indeed

pigglewiggle20 hours ago

To each their own.

Sirwalterraleigh20 hours ago

It’s a constant bombardment of festival food. Sometimes enough is enough

ToTBellHop21 hours ago

I had heard they’ll have some Colombian food along with the Encanto show this summer. Perhaps it’ll go here.
View all comments →

Latest Photo Galleries
More photos →

Encanto Show preparations at EPCOT May 17 2024

Encanto Show preparations at EPCOT May 17 2024

21 hours ago3 photos
Festival Favorites at CommuniCore Hall construction - May 17 2024

Festival Favorites at CommuniCore Hall construction - May 17 2024

22 hours ago4 photos
My Disney Experience Digital Map Updated With Tiana's Bayou Adventure

My Disney Experience Digital Map Updated With Tiana's Bayou Adventure

2 days ago1 photo
Disney Dreams that Soar Drone Show preview

Disney Dreams that Soar Drone Show preview

3 days ago15 photos

Most Read
More news →

1Disney World announces new measures to address abuse of Disability Access Service
1 month ago

2Disney files construction permit for shuttered Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser
4 months ago

3Walt Disney World's Rock 'n' Roller Coaster now closed for long refurbishment
4 months ago

4Disney announces opening for Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World and a first look at new animatronics
3 months ago

 FOLLOW
Follow WDWMAGIC on YouTube
Follow WDWMAGIC on Instagram
Subscribe to WDWMAGIC RSS Feed
 WDWMAGIC

Advertising

Contact Us

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

RSS Feed

Privacy Policy

Change Cookie Consent

Affiliate Policy

 INFO

Attractions

Calendar

Dining

Events

Recreation

Refurbishments

Resorts

Shopping

Transportation

Trip Planning

 FORUMS

Register

Help

 NEWS

Photos

Video

 REVIEWS
 A-Z
 WDWMAGIC App
WDWMAGIC.COM is an unoffical Walt Disney World fan site and is in no way part of The Walt Disney Company. Some parts Copyright © The Walt Disney Co.
No parts of this site are to be reproduced without permission.
MADE IN ENGLAND.