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The Important New Rule EPCOT Is Enforcing This Summer


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One of EPCOT’s most popular Annual Passholder perks has returned for this year’s V.I.Passholder Days, but Disney is heavily enforcing who has access.

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Annual Passholder

During the length of Disney World’s V.I.Passholders promotion through July 13th, an exclusive lounge for Annual Passholders will operate inside the Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT’s Morocco Pavilion.

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The AP lounge is open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and offers numerous amenities to guests, including being able to:

  • Chill out in an air-conditioned area
  • Enjoy complimentary snacks and water
  • Charge mobile devices
  • Pick up a complimentary Passholder button
  • Capture the fun with special Disney PhotoPass offerings
  • There is a catch to the lounge however. ONLY Annual Passholders are allowed access, and can’t bring in non-AP guests.
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EPCOT Annual Passholder Lounge

To enter, Passholders must “show their valid Annual Pass card, linked MagicBand, MagicBand+ or Disney MagicMobile pass, and a government-issued photo ID.”

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The lounge is part of the larger V.I.Passholder event at the resort. Having begun on May 14th, the event lasts through July 13th and features:

40% discounts at the following table-service restaurants (Monday to Thursdays only) from May 14th to June 30th:

  • Boatwright’s Dining Hall
  • Cape May Cafe (dinner only)
  • Hollywood & Vine
  • Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood
  • Tusker House Restaurant (lunch and dinner only)
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Hollywood & Vine

The eligible restaurants will change in July, as Annual Passholders will be able to save 40% at the following table-service restaurants from Monday to Thursday only from July 1st to July 31st, 2025:

  • Ale & Compass Restaurant (breakfast and lunch only)
  • Coral Reef Restaurant
  • The Diamond Horseshoe
  • Tiffins Restaurant
  • Whispering Canyon Cafe
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Coral Reef

These discounts apply to the regular menu price and exclude alcoholic beverages, tax and gratuity, and are only for the use of Passholders and, unless otherwise noted, up to 3 Guests during each location’s regular operating hours. At the time of purchase, Passholders must “present their valid Annual Pass ID in the Tickets and Passes section of their My Disney Experience app and a valid photo ID.”

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Tiffins

Finally, from June 2nd to June 22nd, 2025, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders (even those who can’t visit the parks in person during this period) can save 20% on purchases at DisneyStore.com. They simply need to ensure that their AP is linked to their MyDisney account, and then enter the promo code WDW20 and select “Apply” at checkout to apply the discount to all eligible items in their bag.

There’s also a Maleficent Passholder Magnet, and some exclusive Passholder treats, including the Passholder-Exclusive Cruella Ice Cream Sundae at Hollywood Studios…

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Cruella Sundae ©Disney

….and several exclusive Joffrey’s beverages including:

  • Caramel Dreams Cold Brew – Available Only at Magic Kingdom Park
Inspired by Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away (a nighttime parade debuting in summer 2025), this beverage features a dreamy blend of Shakin Jamaican™ Cold Brew, a shot of espresso, caramel sauce, dark chocolate sauce and a splash of cream. It’s topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce.
  • Heart of Paris Cold Brew – Available Only at EPCOT
Inspired by Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, this beverage features a Parisian blend of French Roast Cold Brew, your choice of milk, and vanilla and hazelnut syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream.
  • Under The Sea Salt Caramel Latte – Available Only at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Inspired by The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure (a stage show debuting May 27, 2025), this beverage features espresso, your choice of milk, and sea salt caramel toffee sauce. It’s topped with whipped cream and purple sprinkles.
  • Jambo Cocoa Freeze – Available Only at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Inspired by Kilimanjaro Safaris, this beverage features a frosty blend of Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s, milk and cinnamon syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and chocolate powder.
  • Buzzin’ Honey Latte – Available Only at Disney Springs
Inspired by the season, this beverage features espresso, milk, honey, and vanilla syrup topped with whipped cream and honey graham cracker crumbs.
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Joffrey’s by Disney Traders

EPCOT’s exclusive Passholder Lounge is a haven from the Florida heat and EPCOT crowds, but it’s ONLY available to Annual Passholders during the V.I.Passholder Days events. Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney’s perks.

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