How to Meet Disney Characters in EPCOT 2026
EPCOT is known for its food, drink, and that giant silver ball, but did you know there are numerous Disney characters in EPCOT that guests can meet and interact with throughout the park?
Some are exclusive to EPCOT, and you won’t find them anywhere else!
From classic characters like Mickey Mouse to newer favourites like Joy from Inside Out, there’s a range of Disney personalities just waiting to say hello.
In this post, we’ll take a quick look at all the characters in EPCOT, and by the end, you’ll know where and when to find your fave!
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EPCOT Character Tip: Don’t forget your autograph book! Most characters will sign autographs, making it a fun way to create a souvenir, as all signatures are unique.
Please note: This post gives an overview of the characters, locations and times in EPCOT. It can change daily, and the best place to check is the My Disney Experience app (see below). I’ve also provided a webpage link for each individual character, so you can easily check updated times and availability!
How to use the My Disney Experience App to find EPCOT Characters
The easiest way to find the characters at EPCOT, including times and locations, is to use the My Disney Experience App.
On the app, you will find up-to-date information and a handy map, so that you can easily find who you’re looking for!
How to use the My Disney Experience app:
1. Open the My Disney Experience app. If you don’t have the app on your phone, you can download it from the Apple app store or Google Play.
2. On the bottom menu, select the map by clicking the pin icon.
3. Click ‘filter’ on the top left of the screen. Choose EPCOT and press apply.
4. The app automatically shows various wait times. At the top, scroll to the left and select “characters”. You will now see the location of different characters around the EPCOT map. You can select each one individually for more information.
5. Press “show list” to see a complete list of each character at EPCOT. You can select each Disney character to view more information, such as location and appearance times.
Disney Characters in EPCOT World Celebration
Mickey Mouse & Friends
EPCOT is a great place to meet Mickey Mouse and often has one of the lowest wait times compared to the other parks. Another perk of this location is that there’s a Photopass photographer to capture the moment!
Location: Comminicore Hall
Times: Mickey is usually there from 9am-9pm throughout the day. The latest times can be found here.
Other Locations: Mickey usually appears in all four parks and at some Character dining locations such as Chef Mickey’s at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
Character Experience Tip: Arrive a few minutes before the scheduled meet-and-greet time and be prepared to line up quickly. The characters take time with each guest, and the lines can move slowly, so wait times build up. If you arrive too late, you may miss out, as a cast member may stop new additions to the queue during the session.
Figment
You can now meet the iconic purple dragon outside of Journey into Imagination!
Location: ImageWorks
Times: Throughout the day from 9 am to 3.45 pm. The latest times can be found in the app.
Other Locations: None.
Disney Characters in EPCOT World Nature
Moana
You can meet our favorite wayfinder at EPCOT beside her very own attraction, Journey of Water.
Location: Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana
Times: Throughout the day from 9 am to 3 pm. The latest times can be found in the app.
Other Locations: Character Landing at Animal Kingdom.
Disney Characters in EPCOT World Disovery
Star-Lord
Meet Peter Quill, aka Star-Lord, the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy, before heading off on Cosmic Rewind!
Location: Near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Times: Throughout the day from 9.30 am to 3 pm. You can see the latest times here.
Other Locations: Star-Lord appears at this location only.
Disney Characters in EPCOT World Showcase
Asha
Fans of Wish can now meet Asha and pose for a photo without having to travel to Rosas!
Location: World Showcase Friendship Ambassador Gazebo.
Times: Throughout the day from 9 am to 3 pm. The latest times can be found here.
Other Locations: Asha only appears at EPCOT.
Winnie the Pooh
Say hi to Winnie the Pooh in his own cozy corner of the United Kingdom Pavilion!
Location: United Kingdom Pavilion.
Times: Throughout the day from 9 am to 3.10 pm. The latest times can be found here.
Other Locations: You can find Winnie the Pooh at The Thotful Spot in Magic Kingdom.
Alice (Alice in Wonderland)
Alice is ready to curtsey and pose for photos outside the old thatched cottage in the UK Pavillion.
Location: The United Kingdom Pavilion.
Times: Appears several times between 9 am and 2.30 pm. You can check the latest times here.
Other Locations: Currently, Alice does not appear at any other location.
Anna & Elsa
This location uses an automated PhotoPass camera to snap a photo of you alongside Anna and Elsa!
Location: Royal Sommerhus at the Norway Pavilion.
Times: The sisters are here all day from 9.15 am to 6.30 pm. You check the updated times here.
Other Locations: There are currently no other Anna & Elsa character meets.
Belle (Beauty & the Beast)
Belle appears in her blue provincial dress in her home country France. The lagoon makes a beautiful backdrop for this character’s meeting!
Location: Belle will be waiting in the France Pavilion right by the World Showcase Lagoon.
Times: Belle appears at select times between 9.30 am and 3 pm. The latest times can be found here.
Other Locations: Belle sometimes appears at various character dining locations, such as Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall and Cinderella’s Royal Table. However, the princesses rotate, and you are not guaranteed to meet a certain princess at these locations.
Daisy Duck
Daisy is a fun and entertaining character to meet – she really knows how to strike a pose!
Location: Daisy is ready for her close-up at the International Gateway between the France and United Kingdom Pavilions.
Times: Daisy Duck appears regularly from 9 am – 3.40 pm. The best place to check for Daisy’s times is the Disney app!
Other Locations: You can meet Daisy Duck at all four parks!
Donald Duck
Donald Duck comes ready to impress in his colourful Mexican poncho and sombrero! This is a photo pass location, so get ready to smile!
Location: In front of the Aztec pyramid in the Mexico Pavilion.
Times: Meet the star of The Three Caballeros between 10 am and 4 pm. For current times, click here.
Other Locations: You can meet Donald Duck without his sombrero at the other three parks.
Mulan
You can find Mulan in her home Pavilion, wearing her traditional Hanfu dress. Be ready to discuss your training to defeat the Hun!
Location: Meet Mulan in the China Pavilion, usually near the water garden or the Great Hall of China.
Times: Mulan’s meet-and-greets start around 10 am, and end around 3.30 pm. The latest times can be found here.
Other Locations: The China Pavilion is the only Mulan character experience.
Princess Aurora
Sleeping Beauty is a popular Princess and can be found in the gardens of France! She also makes appearances at Storybook Dining in the Akershus Royal Banquet Hall.
Location: The gazebo in the France Pavilion.
Times: Princess Aurora makes various appearances from 9 am. You can check the latest times on the app.
Other Locations: Princess Aurora doesn’t appear at other parks but may sometimes attend Princess character dining events.
Princess Jasmine
You meet Princess Jasmine in front of a beautiful backdrop of Agrabah. This is a Photopass location, so you’ll get a photo of your meeting!
Location: Inside Lamps of Wonder at the Morocco pavilion.
Times: Jasmine is available from 9.30 am to 3 pm. Check the latest times before you go.
Other Locations: Agrabah in Adventureland, Magic Kindom.
Snow White
Snow White can be found standing by a wishing well (Ah-hahahaha)! She meets in her notable blue and yellow dress and is always ready to pose for a photo or sign an autograph!
Location: The wishing well on the outskirts of the Germany Pavilion.
Times: You can meet Snow White 10 am – 3.50 pm but check the latest schedule here.
Other Locations: Town Square Theater Porch, Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. You can also find Snow White and her friends at Story Book Dining at Artist Point in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
EPCOT Character Dining
Character dining gives you the opportunity to meet your favourite characters in EPCOT and eat some good food at the same time!
There are two restaurants in the park where this is available, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall and Garden Grill.
Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
Storybook Dining gives you a chance to dine with Disney princesses at the Akershus Royal Banquet Hall.
The banquet hall is located in the Norway Pavilion, and serves traditional Norwegian food, such as meatballs and lefse, alongside the more familiar macaroni cheese and corn dog nuggets.
The Disney Princesses rotate, so there’s no guarantee of meeting a particular princess when dining. However, you can expect to see princesses such as Mulan, Jasmine, Snow White, Aurora, Pocahontas, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Alice and Belle.
Belle is often the host princess and will greet you as you arrive. In total, you’re likely to meet five Disney princesses!
Character Dining Tip: If you book breakfast at one of the character dining locations, you can take advantage of pre-park opening. Book a reservation before EPCOT opens, and you’ll be one of the first guests to enter the park. It’s a great way to capture some photos while it’s quiet! If you can get an early reservation, it’s also possible to finish breakfast and be ready for rope drop! Just beware, this can be a bit of a rush!
Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill
The Garden Grill Restaurant is a unique dining experience as the restaurant rotates slowly!
The restaurant is in The Land Pavilion, providing a panoramic view of the Living with the Land attraction, which showcases innovative agricultural techniques and the history of farming.
The characters you can expect to meet here are farmer Mickey, Pluto, Chip and Dale.
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