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Tangier Traders closed amid the 2020 pandemic shutdown and Disney's takeover of the pavilion, and never reopened — still listed as not open as of 2025.
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Change history
the lifetime log- 2020
Disney took over the Morocco pavilion's merchandise and dining operations (including Tangier Traders) from its original operating partner, ending the pavilion's longtime independent sponsorship.
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- 1984
Tangier Traders opened September 7, 1984 with EPCOT's Morocco pavilion — the first expansion pavilion added to World Showcase — selling Moroccan clothing, jewelry, shoes, and daggers.
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That's every change on the record at Tangier Traders since 1984.
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Questions & answers
When did Tangier Traders open?
Per the documented record, Tangier Traders at EPCOT opened on Sep 7, 1984.
When did Tangier Traders last close for refurbishment?
The most recent closure/refurbishment documented for Tangier Traders is dated 2020: Tangier Traders closed amid the 2020 pandemic shutdown and Disney's takeover of the pavilion, and never reopened — still listed as not open as of 2025.
What changed recently on Tangier Traders?
The latest documented change (documented Oct 21, 2020): Disney took over the Morocco pavilion's merchandise and dining operations (including Tangier Traders) from its original operating partner, ending the pavilion's longtime independent sponsorship.
How many changes are on record for Tangier Traders?
3 documented changes, dating back to 1984 — the fan-kept shop changelog nobody else keeps.
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