This Popular EPCOT Attraction to Close Soon for Brief Refurbishment

Refurbishments and closures are unfortunately a part of maintenance at theme parks. One popular attraction is set to close soon.

Refurbishment

Refurbishments are a part of life at Walt Disney World. It’s not uncommon for at least one attraction to be closed at any given time. Restaurants, hotels, and other areas of the property also need freshened up for optimal guest enjoyment.

Refurbishments may take place for various reasons. Whether it be for mechanical issues or cosmetic updates, a refurbishment can take place for many reasons. Based on the nature of the work, the refurbishment may be a few days or several months.

Read all about Disney World’s current and upcoming refurbishments HERE.

Spaceship Earth

Spaceship Earth is the most iconic structure in all of Epcot and probably second in all of Disney World behind Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle.

It debuted along with the opening of the park in 1982 and is considered to be the bold and vibrant symbol of Epcot. It is affectionately known as “the giant golf ball” by people who are not familiar with the nostalgia of the attraction.

The premise of the 16-minute attraction is to take travelers on a journey to witness the landmark moments of innovation that made communication today possible. Watch cavemen paint on cave walls, thank the Phoenicians for inventing the alphabet, and marvel at the invention of the printing press.

Brief Closure

Spaceship Earth will be CLOSED briefly to EPCOT Guests. The attraction will be closed on July 19, 2023 and will reopen on July 20th.

Spaceship Earth will be closed to Guests on July 19, 2023 and will reopen on July 20, 2023.

At this time, Disney has not shared why the brief closure of the ride. Hopefully, if this closure falls during your vacation you are able to enjoy Spaceship Earth another day.

What do you think of this closure? Will this closure affect your Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to share this post with a friend who may be visiting EPCOT that day!