Illuminations Might Be Leaving, But Here Are 8 Things Coming To Epcot Instead | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

Illuminations Might Be Leaving, But Here Are 8 Things Coming To Epcot Instead

And hold on to your hats, cause there's a lot going on!

24
Illuminations Might Be Leaving, But Here Are 8 Things Coming To Epcot Instead

The D23 2019 Expo held a lot of news from the Walt Disney Company, as it does every year. But this year's expo especially revealed a lot of news for the upcoming changes coming to Walt Disney World's Epcot.

Since it's opening in 1982, Epcot has strived to live up to its acronym of the Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow. However, is blatant 1980s design has only served to date the futuristic park making it seem like an episode of "Startrek" rather than a travel into the future. In an attempt to revamp the struggling park-- which is seemly dead in between World Showcase festivals— Disney Imagineers are working to completely remodel the park to make it more timeless.

1.  Nighttime spectacular.

DisneyParks Blog

As we all know, "Illuminations: Reflections of Earth," Epcot's nighttime fireworks show, is coming to an end on September 30th, 2019. But in its place is a new nighttime spectacular (which Disney claims will be the largest nighttime spectacular ever created for a Disney park), "HarmonioUS," will pave the way for all the new revisions coming to Epcot throughout 2020 and the coming years. ("Epcot Forever" will have it's temporary run from October 1st through the end of the year.)

2.  Neighborhoods.

DisneyParks Blog

The first of these changes, is the introduction of the "neighborhoods" of Epcot. Instead of Future World and the World Showcase we know now, new area names will be taking its place; including World Discovery, World Celebration, and World Nature that ties in with the World Showcase— which will be keeping its original name.

3.  World Showcase updates.

DisneyParks Blog

In the World Showcase, the United Kingdom pavilion will welcome the first ever attraction inspired by "Mary Poppins" with an addition of Cherry Tree Lane and the Banks family's home. The France pavilion will welcome the much-anticipated attraction, "Remy's Ratatouille Adventure," where guests will shrink to the size of Remy and wonder about Gusteau's restaurant. France will also welcome a new restaurant, La Crêperie de Paris, which will offer both table service and quick service options from a menu created by celebrity chef Jérôme Bocuse. The classic "Impressions de France" film will be joined by the new "Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along," debuting in January 2020— which was directed by Don Hahn, producer of both the animated and live-action versions of the film.

4.  World Celebration.

DisneyParks Blog

In World Celebration, Spaceship Earth will get a remodel with new narration and an entirely new musical score. A new pavilion in the neighborhood will act as a home base for Epcot's signature festivals. This three-level structure will have one of "the most remarkable architectural designs at any Disney park," featuring a plaza level, a middle expo level, and a park that sits in the sky on the top level, providing an elevated view of the entire park. World Celebration will also feature a new statue celebrating Walt Disney, plus a new enchanted forest featuring a "wishing tree" and a story fountain celebrating the music of Disney.

5.  Breezeway.

DisneyParks Blog

Epcot's entrance breezeway will also be transformed, pushing the Leave-a-Legacy plates outside the park and replacing it with a reimagined fountain and new pathways that will pay homage to the origins of Epcot.

6.  World Nature.

DisneyParks Blog

World Nature will house favorites including The Land and The Seas with Nemo and Friends. A new Moana-themed attraction, "Journey of Water", will allow guest to meet and play with magical, living water while simultaneously sharing the importance of the natural water cycle. The Land will also roll out a new film, "Awesome Planet," to replace "Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable" which closed in February 2018.

7.  World Discovery.

DisneyParks Blog

World Discovery will be home to favorites like Test Track, Mission: SPACE, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind— which will be the first "other-world" showcase pavilion at Epcot. This new pavilion will include the "Galaxarium," which will be a planetarium-like exhibition that explores the similarities of Earth's galaxy and Xandar. The roller coaster attraction will feature the first-ever storytelling coaster for the Walt Disney Company that rotates 360 degrees and includes the first reverse launch!

A new restaurant, Space 220, will make it's new home near Mission: SPACE. The eatery will be a culinary experience featuring a panorama of space including daytime and nighttime views of Earth from 220 miles up.

8.  Epcot Experience.

DisneyParks Blog

Starting October 1st, 2019, you'll be able to see these plans in person at the Epcot Experience in the Odyssey Events pavilion. Walt Disney Imagineering will present an interactive exhibits that will showcase the park's future throughout its period of transformation.



So although our beloved "Illuminations" is leaving, there's a TON of exciting things coming to Epcot in it's place! And it's a makeover our dear Epcot deserves.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

190651
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

15136
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

458030
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

26715
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments