7 Newest Offerings at Disney World You Don’t Want to Miss

In the last year, Walt Disney World has seen many new offerings!  Below is the rundown of the newest offerings at Disney World that you don’t want to miss!

7 – Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT

Guests visiting EPCOT can voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn as they engage with water in magical ways like Moana did with the ocean – from a simple greeting to a high five or even a crashing wave of fun. This lush and tropical path is the first Disney Parks experience to immerse guests into a world inspired by the hit Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “Moana.” The newest attraction in Walt Disney World is part of a multi-year transformation of EPCOT as the Walt Disney Company continues to invest in growth across its theme parks and create unique experiences for guests.

6 – World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT

On December 5, 2023, World Celebration Gardens opened at EPCOT. The new area includes Dreamers Point, where guests can draw inspiration from the new “Walt the Dreamer” statue, which shows Walt later in his life when he was dreaming up the initial concepts for the park and the overall Florida Project. His relaxed and reflective demeanor was important to the design of this statue, a nod to the pure optimism he felt for the future and the magic of possibility that was the basis for the dream he never saw come to life.

The beautiful greenspaces throughout the World Celebration Gardens feature ample seating and shade and a central planter based on the five rings of the iconic EPCOT logo. Guests are invited to connect with one another and the nature around them in this lush new area. Each of the garden spaces has its own identity and changes with the EPCOT festivals throughout the year.

5 – Luminous the Symphony of Us at EPCOT

A brand new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous the Symphony of Us,” also debuted on December 5. It brings guests together around World Showcase Lagoon and shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. The new show is the perfect finale for a memorable day at EPCOT, with a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains, lights, and music.

Much like a beautiful piece of music, “Luminous the Symphony of Us” is made up of a series of movements representing common themes of the human experience. Guests can expect to hear new arrangements of iconic Disney hits that enliven the story. The fountains and the fireworks are beautiful! You don’t want to miss this!

4 – “Dreams That Soar” – Drone Show at Disney Springs

“Disney Dreams That Soar presented by AT&T” is a new nighttime drone show at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, running now through September 2. With nightly performances, the show illuminates the skies above Disney Springs, utilizing state-of-the-art drones to feature beloved Disney characters. Set to a sweeping original soundtrack and iconic movie quotes from movies like “Peter Pan,” “Dumbo,” “Wall- E,” “Big Hero 6,” and “Star Wars,” the show celebrates taking dreams to the skies and the joy of flight. We were there on opening night and were totally impressed with the new show! Catch our thoughts and tips for viewing at the link below.

3 – Veteran Portrait Exhibit at The American Adventure

A special 12-mont exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute inside The American Adventure pavilion at EPCOT is now open. “Portraits of Courage: A Commander’s Tribute to America’s Warriors” grew out of President George W. Bush’s personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush Institute’s Veterans and Military Families program. The exhibit brings together more than 60 full-color portraits painted by President Bush of service members and veterans who have served the nation with honor since 9/11 and whom the President has come to know personally since leaving office.

2 – CommuniCore Plaza and CommuniCore Hall

The walls are down and the multiyear transformation of EPCOT is finally complete! CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza in the new World Celebration neighborhood have opened to guests. ComminiCore Plaza will be home to different offerings throughout the year. In summer 2024, guests can dance and sing along to the música of the Disney Animation Studios film “Encanto.” “¡Celebración Encanto!” is a limited-time show that celebrates culture, magic, and family, or as the Family Madrigal would say, “culture, magia y familia.” This is the first show to debut on the newly completed CommuniCore Plaza Stage.

Right next to CommuniCore Plaza Stage, a new quick-service food-and-beverage destination called “Festival Favorites” offers guests a rotating menu of some of the most popular items from the four seasonal EPCOT festivals and is a place to relax and recharge. Finally, Mickey & Friends, a new location adjacent to CommuniCore Hall, is where guests can meet some of their favorite Disney pals.

1 – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Now in previews and officially opening on June 28, 2024, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is a new family thrill ride featuring the joy, music, and magic of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “The Princess and the Frog.” It’s the latest new offering at Walt Disney World that is sure to bring in the crowds. Guests take a trip down the bayou in this exciting flume-drop water ride for a glimpse of life after Tiana and Naveen’s happily ever after. The couple has invited the community to join them for a Mardi Gras celebration and find out that someone forgot to book the band. Guests join Princess Tiana and Louis in a search for a band to create the perfect neighborhood soiree. Be on the lookout for dozens of innovative Audio-Animatronics figures of their favorite characters, including Tiana, Louis, Mama Odie, and many new musical critters. Finally, the attraction ends with a thrilling 50-foot drop, and then it’s time to celebrate with a brand-new song, “Special Spice,” featuring the talents of PJ Morton, Terence Blanchard, and Anika Noni Rose. Click here to learn more about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.