It’s your EPCOT theme park day at Walt Disney World, and the weather forecast calls for rain. Welcome to Florida in the summer. Typically, afternoon rain is forecast for every day. The joke is that the rain comes around 3:00. So, what do you do to prepare and still enjoy your time in the park?
Before you head to the park, think about what you should bring with you. This article will help you prepare. My favorite tip is the resealable bags. They are great for protecting your camera, holding wet clothes, and keeping your items dry.
As a Florida resident, I don’t let the rain stop me. It usually is a quick rainstorm, and then the sun comes back out.
EPCOT has lots of places where you can stay dry until the rain stops.
The area underneath Spaceship Earth stays dry during the storms. Did you know that Spaceship Earth has a gutter system that collects the water and then drains it underground?
There is a breezeway by the Creations Shop with benches and tables.
Communicore is a great place to escape the rain. They typically have exhibits, food booths, and merchandise. They also have tables and chairs.
You might want to think about heading over to The Land and enjoy Soarin‘, Awesome Planet, or Living with the Land.
If you are caught in World Showcase, you will find many of the pavilions are a great place to duck inside for a while.
China has a lot to browse while it is raining.
The American Adventure pavilion is another place to escape the rain. You could enjoy a concert by the Voices of Liberty or enjoy the show American Adventure. The rotunda area has some special displays.
If you don’t mind getting rained on, most of the pavilions in the World Showcase have shops that you can wander through until the rain passes. The United Kingdom, Italy, and Morocco are just a few.
So if you see rain in the forecast, don’t fret! You can still have a great time in EPCOT exploring some attractions and maybe find a great souvenir or create a new memory.
‘Til next time, see you in the park!
