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BREAKING NEWS: Another Live Entertainment Permanent Closure at Disney World

Chad NykampNovember 25, 2015Last Updated: December 28, 2015

With almost no warning, Disney World has abruptly closed the Canadian Lumberjack show in the Canada pavilion at Epcot. The final show was November 24, 2015. The Canadian Lumberjacks replaced the long running Off Kilter in October of 2014. This was a very short run.





 

The space will be used through the end of the year as part of the Holidays Around the World Celebration. There is no world as of yet on what will take its place in 2016. This is the second closure in Epcot this month. Earlier in November Disney announced the closure of Captain Eo.

Canadian Lumberjacks Epcot

5 Things to Love About World Showcase at Epcot

By Cindy Nykamp

We love Epcot! It is one of our favorite parks to visit. Plus, a visit to Epcot is such a great value because it is really two parks in one. In the front of the park, Future World highlights technological innovations and progress. In the back, World Showcase highlights 11 countries: Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, The United States, Japan, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada. We love Future World, but there is so much to do, see and taste in World Showcase. Here are 5 things we love about World Showcase and you will too.





5 – It’s Totally Different

Culture and cuisine are the stars at World Showcase. It’s decidedly not your normal theme park. And while there is plenty to see and do and even a “water ride” it’s not what you think a theme park will be. World Showcase Lagoon is at the center and the 11 countries ring the lagoon making it a full circle round trip. Don’t worry-this is no boring field trip. Each country pavilion has lots to see and do. Kids can visit each country’s Kid Cot center where they can meet a cast member from that country, get a country stamp and a Duffy Bear to color. You can spend an entire afternoon here and not get to everything!

4 – Around the World in 1.3 miles

Each country pavilion offers a glimpse of their country’s culture through various means. China, France and Canada all have movies that showcase their countries. O! Canada was recently updated in 2007 and is narrated by Martin Short. The 18-minute Circle-Vision 360-degree film is our family’s favorite film in World Showcase. Other countries have small museum type displays where guests can learn of cultures where they may never travel in life. Again, don’t think stuffy and boring. Exhibits are interesting and interactive. Even Jules Verne never would have guessed that you could travel around the world in only 1.3 miles!

Mexico Pavilion - Epcot

3 – Unique Character Meetings

Because of the many countries, Epcot is a character lover’s dream come true. Characters such as Aladdin and Jasmine, Mary Poppins, Winnie the Pooh, Alice and Wonderland, Snow White, Aurora, Duffy the Bear, Belle, Mulan, and Donald Duck are all out and available to meet along World Showcase. Times and characters vary, so be sure to check your times guide for up to date information.

2 – Amazing Nighttime Fireworks Spectacular

Illuminations: Reflections of Earth is a nightly 9:00 p.m. fireworks show that takes place around World Showcase Lagoon. The show has three distinct parts: Part 1-The Earth is Born, Part 2-The Triumph of Life, and Part 3-Hope for the Future. You’ll want to grab a spot early for this amazing award winning show. FastPass+ is available for special viewing areas. There is also an Illuminations Sparkling Dessert Party where guests can sample international desserts and wines as they watch the show. During the Holiday’s Around the World at Epcot, the show incorporates the spirit of the season.

Illuminations - Epcot

1 – Best Dining at Disney World

The dining at World Showcase is a destination all it’s own. World Showcase features 17 table service restaurants, offers 23 different dining events throughout the year, and too many to count stands and other quick service food options. The hands down highlight of the year is the annual Food & Wine Festival which takes place from late September through the middle of November. You’ll “taste your way around the world” at over 30 global marketplaces featuring foods and beverages from all over the world. This is all in addition to the regular abundance of food offerings World Showcase has. If you’re a Foodie, then a day (or more) at World Showcase is a must!

Please note that World Showcase officially opens at 11:00 am, although the World Showcase does open at the normal park opening and you are free to walk between Future World and the United Kingdom pavilion.

What are your favorite things about World Showcase?

Chad NykampNovember 25, 2015Last Updated: December 28, 2015

Chad Nykamp

Husband, father and lover of all things Disney. Like every kid, I loved Disney and the couple trips I took to Disney World in my early years are good memories. But my obsession began in 2004 when we made our first family visit. It's hard to believe that we almost cancelled the trip because it seemed like a lot of work with 3 very little kids. We were hooked by the end of the first day. By day 3 we were planning our next trip back. By day 5 we were doing the math on DVC. And by the end of the vacation everyone was crying the blues that we had to leave. Since then, Disney World has become our favorite vacation destination, a hobby and now a home. We love the detail of the story telling and the memories of time spent with friends and family.
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