The 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts brings vibrant new chalk art to World Showcase and beyond. As part of the popular “Chalk Full of Characters” offering, guests can embark on a scavenger hunt to find their favorite Disney personalities transformed into colorful murals. From classic characters like Mickey Mouse to newer additions like Luca, artists have rendered over 25 Disney figures in a variety of eye-catching styles.
New Characters
Several new faces join the lineup for 2024.
The Aristocats
Over in the France Pavilion, guests can now spot Aristocats Marie, Berlioz, Toulouse, and their mother Duchess. The adorable kittens scramble up a building near Palais du Vin as their eccentric Uncle Waldo looks on.
The Great Mouse Detective
At the United Kingdom Pavilion, Basil the Baker Street detective chases his nemesis Professor Ratigan and sidekick Fidget. Loyal companion Dr. Dawson and client Olivia Flaversham follow behind in this dynamic scene from the 1986 film.
Pocahontas
New indigenous characters appear at The American Adventure pavilion. Pocahontas’s racoon friend Meeko reaches for a treat held just out of reach by hummingbird Flit. Their colorful mural decorates a column outside the Art of Disney store.
Returning Favorites
In addition to the newcomers, many beloved characters make return appearances in 2024.
Remy and Emile
The rat brothers from Ratatouille can once again be found scurrying around Gusteau’s restaurant in the France Pavilion. Remy climbs a pipe with a wheel of cheese while Emile snacks on grapes overhead.
Peter Pan
Over in the United Kingdom, Peter Pan’s shadow peers in through a second-story window as if looking for its owner. The mischievous silhouette appears above the Toy Soldier shop, delighting Disney fans.
Duffy and Gelatoni
These best furry friends visiting from Tokyo can be spotted outside Mitsukoshi Department Store in Japan. Duffy the teddy bear and his artsy feline pal Gelatoni have painted a Mickey design on the beam below their chalk mural.
Full List of Characters
Here is the complete list of all Disney figures included in the 2024 “Chalk Full of Characters” scavenger hunt:
Mexico Pavilion
- Dante the dog from Coco (both regular and spirit guide versions)
Norway Pavilion
- Snowgies from Frozen
- Bruni the salamander from Frozen 2
China Pavilion
- Little Brother dog from Mulan
- Mushu and Cri-Kee from Mulan
Germany Pavilion
- Pascal the chameleon from Tangled (multiple locations)
Italy Pavilion
- Luca and Alberto from Luca
- Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio
The American Adventure
- Meeko the raccoon from Pocahontas
- Flit the hummingbird from Pocahontas
Japan Pavilion
- Duffy the teddy bear
- Gelatoni the cat
Morocco Pavilion
- Abu the monkey from Aladdin
France Pavilion
- Remy and Emile from Ratatouille
- Marie, Berlioz, Toulouse kittens from The Aristocats
- Uncle Waldo from The Aristocats
United Kingdom Pavilion
- Peter Pan’s shadow
- Basil, Ratigan, Fidget from The Great Mouse Detective
- Olivia Flaversham from The Great Mouse Detective
- Dr. Dawson from The Great Mouse Detective
Canada Pavilion
- Koda the bear from Brother Bear
Locations
To aid guests in finding all of their beloved Disney friends, here are the exact locations for each chalk mural:
Mexico Pavilion
Dante stands guard at both front entrances to the Mexico pyramid. His spirit guide alebrije form decorates the right side, while his original dog appearance adorns the left.
Norway Pavilion
- Snowgies: On the side of a building near the restrooms
- Bruni: Inside a faux fireplace by the outdoor seating at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
China Pavilion
- Little Brother: Outside the House of Good Fortune near a bench
- Mushu and Cri-Kee: By the Joy of Tea store
Germany Pavilion
- Pascal #1: Blending in on the Volkskunst shop sign
- Pascal #2: Outside Karamell-Kuche holding popcorn
- Pascal #3: Painting near Volkskunst crafts and clocks
Italy Pavilion
Find Luca, Alberto, and Machiavelli the cat by a decorative fountain. Jiminy Cricket sits atop the brickwork of a nearby building.
The American Adventure
Spot Meeko and Flit on a column by the Art of Disney store.
Japan Pavilion
Duffy and Gelatoni overlook festival guests from their perch atop the Mitsukoshi Department Store entrance.
Morocco Pavilion
Abu peers around a corner down an alley leading towards the central market area.
France Pavilion
- Remy: Climbing a pipe outside Gusteau’s
- Emile: Above Remy eating grapes
- Aristocats: Running along the building by La Petite Rue
- Uncle Waldo: On the bridge near the Palais du Vin entrance
United Kingdom Pavilion
- Peter Pan’s shadow: Floating outside a second-story window above the Toy Soldier store
- Great Mouse Detective characters: Basil, Ratigan, Fidget, Olivia, and Dawson on the side of a building near the stage
Canada Pavilion
Koda splashes below the bridge closest to the France Pavilion.
Conclusion
The creative Disney character chalk art scattered throughout EPCOT makes the 2024 Festival of the Arts more lively and engaging. Both longtime fans and new guests will enjoy seeking out and discovering over 25 playful Disney personalities. The “Chalk Full of Characters” scavenger hunt adds an extra layer of magic as visitors explore World Showcase and beyond. With artistic new additions like The Aristocats and The Great Mouse Detective joining classic figures such as Mickey Mouse, there is something for everyone to spot and appreciate during this year’s artistic event.
