Disney to reimagine Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

Disney has announced that Spaceship Earth, the iconic geodesic sphere at EPCOT, will undergo a major reimagining. The update, revealed during D23 2026, aims to shift the attraction’s narrative focus from human communication to the broader concept of human connection, bringing the story “into the internet age and beyond.”

While the creative direction has been established, Disney has not yet provided a specific timeline, including closure dates or the expected duration of the refurbishment. This announcement has sparked debate among park visitors regarding the frequency of construction and ride closures at EPCOT following its recent multiyear transformation.