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Disney Moves Guest Pin Trading Away from EPCOT’s Pin Traders Storefront
If you’ve strolled through EPCOT and noticed fewer pin traders camped out near Pin Traders – Camera Center, you’re not imagining things. A longstanding fan-favorite tradition is getting a bit of a relocation makeover, as Disney is now reportedly asking guests to take their trading away from the immediate area around the shop’s entrance.
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Ppin collectors and traders would historically cozy up right outside the Pin Traders gift shop, displaying pin books, binders, and boards on benches and sidewalks. It became a hotspot for fellow Disney fans to mingle, swap stories, and—of course—trade pins. But now, Cast Members are gently steering the magic a few steps away, toward the breezeway between Creations Shop and Connections Eatery.
Why the move? It’s likely a twofold pixie-dusted policy shift: keeping pathways into EPCOT’s most popular retail and dining locations clear, and perhaps reducing pressure for spontaneous purchases inside Creations Shop by traders directing guests to buy specific pins. It’s all part of maintaining that harmonious Disney atmosphere—for both casual shoppers and dedicated pin hunters alike.
But don’t worry, pin trading is not disappearing from EPCOT—it’s just changing locations. You’ll still find friendly Cast Members throughout the park donning lanyards or pinboards, always ready to make a fair trade with guests. And if you’re ready to trade like a pro, here’s a quick refresher on Disney’s official pin trading etiquette:
Disney Pin Trading Guidelines – A Quick Refresher
- Only Official Disney Pins: Look for the “©Disney” on the back.
- Safety First: One pin per trade, please!
- Always Ask: Don’t touch others’ lanyards or pins—ask to see them.
- Good Condition Only: Pins should be undamaged and have backings attached.
- Two-Pin Max: Guests can trade up to two pins per Cast Member per day.
- No Money or Gifts: Trading is for pins only—no purchasing or bartering allowed.
- Avoid These: No personalized name pins, brooch-style pins, rubber pins, or internal Disney employee awards.
Where to Find Disney Pins in the Parks
- Disney’s Pin Traders – Disney Springs
- Frontier Trading Post – Magic Kingdom
- Pin Traders – Camera Center – EPCOT
- Discovery Trading Company – Animal Kingdom
- Celebrity 5 & 10 – Hollywood Studios
Related: Guide to Cast-to-Guest Pin Trading at Disney World
So next time you’re on the hunt for that elusive figment or holiday special edition, swing by the breezeway instead of the shop’s entrance—it’s the new go-to spot for magical pin exchanges. And remember, trading is all about making connections and sharing the love of Disney, one tiny piece of art at a time.
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