Overview

• A section of EPCOT’s ground lighting system has cracked lenses, chipped edges and missing components, leaving some panels unstable.
• Disney has performed quick fix repairs using varied fasteners to maintain functionality but has not replaced the aging fixtures.
• Guests view the patchwork approach as evidence that small design details are being sidelined in favor of blockbuster ride investments.
• The recent reopening of the refreshed Test Track and the continued popularity of attractions such as Cosmic Rewind and Frozen Ever After highlight the maintenance backlog.
• Safety concerns over loose or missing hardware have grown alongside calls for a comprehensive lighting replacement to restore EPCOT’s immersive nighttime atmosphere.