Overview
- A December 14 post from the BeastCoasters account showed every in-ground light in World Celebration switched off with no sections illuminated.
- The lighting feature debuted with the park’s 2024 remodel as a coordinated nighttime element designed to complement Spaceship Earth.
- Reports described failures within weeks of launch, with critics citing heavy foot traffic and questionable materials as likely causes.
- The shutdown has drawn complaints that the darkened walkways undercut EPCOT’s nighttime aesthetics and guest experience.
- The visible lapse has intensified ongoing fan criticism of the park’s recent direction, including concerns over CommuniCore Hall and Plaza.