Notable Changes to the Lightning Lane System Disney has implemented significant updates to the Lightning Lane system at EPCOT, specifically in anticipation of Test Track’s reopening. Beginning July 22, Test Track will officially be classified as a Tier 1 attraction, elevating its status among the park’s rides. In this restructuring, the beloved ride Soarin’ Around the World has been downgraded ...

Florida heat is no joke, and most indoor spots at Disney World fill up fast. TikTok and social media have revealed a lot of Disney’s hidden gems. But not this one. The Advanced Training Lab, located inside the Mission: SPACE pavilion, is almost always cool, quiet, and crowd-free. Whether dodging rain or just trying to cool off for a minute, ...

EPCOT’s iconic Spaceship Earth attraction will temporarily close for its routine refurbishment starting August 25, Disney announced today. Guests will have to wait until later this year before the ride reopens its doors to visitors, with a date for the grand return yet to be confirmed. Spaceship Earth, one of the most recognizable symbols of Walt Disney World Resort, has ...

Overview of Test Track 3.0 Test Track 3.0 is poised to offer guests at EPCOT a refreshed yet familiar experience. While the attraction has received notable enhancements, its core layout remains faithful to the beloved original. The high-speed outdoor loop, where thrill-seekers can reach speeds of up to 65 miles per hour, continues to stand as a highlight, ensuring that ...

Recent Developments in Lighting Repairs Disney’s latest attempts to address ongoing lighting issues in EPCOT have raised eyebrows among guests and fans alike. The company recently employed brown deck screws to fix the malfunctioning LED lighting strips in the World Celebration area. This unconventional method has sparked a host of reactions, getting attention for its approach and the continued problems ...

A troublesome part of Walt Disney World is now off limits. Related: Pixar Returns to Italy with Gatto, A Cat’s Journey of Friendship Over the years, each of Disney World’s four theme parks has changed significantly, though EPCOT looks especially different from how it did on opening day. While EPCOT’s core focus and message remain true in 2025, there’s now ...

A new update in the erasure of a key part of EPCOT at the Walt Disney World Resort. A longtime guest favorite at EPCOT quietly disappeared as construction ramps up in the World Showcase’s Mexico Pavilion. Donald Duck, who typically welcomes visitors in festive attire inspired by 1944’s The Three Caballeros, vanished from his usual meet-and-greet spot between the Mexico ...

Spaceship Earth came to an unexpected stop thanks to a small accident involving a pair of sunglasses. In an unusual twist, the Disney Park guest involved is telling her story on social media. Spaceship Earth takes riders through thousands of years of human innovation, starting with early cave paintings and moving all the way into the future. As the vehicles ...

Recent Updates on Test Track Reopening The excitement surrounding the reopening of Test Track at EPCOT has peaked as recent developments signal that a grand unveiling could be on the horizon. Construction walls, which have obscured the attraction for nearly a year, have finally come down. This sight fuels speculation that Disney is preparing to announce an opening date sooner ...

A recent video making waves on social media shows an empty meet-and-greet line at EPCOT for one of the park’s most iconic characters, Figment. The beloved purple dragon, who once had visitors lined up for hours, seems to have lost some of his charm as park fans have moved on from the character. Just a few short years ago, Figment’s ...