PHOTOS - Latest construction wall changes in Epcot's Future World

Jan 31, 2020 in "EPCOT"

Epcot Future World East Construction Walls - January 2020
Posted: Friday January 31, 2020 11:09am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

As January comes to an end, here is quick rundown of the latest changes to the construction wall maze in Epcot's Future World.

The central core of Future World is now effectively an island and walled off from all sides. 

It is no longer possible to walk straight through the center of the park alongside Mouse Gear.

Approaching from World Showcase, the construction wall has been moved forward to seal off the area.

Over at Future World East, the walkway to Guardians of the Galaxy has reopened.

Guests can now get a good look at the new paint scheme on the former Energy pavilion building that will now serve as much of the queue and boarding area for the new coaster.

More walls block off access to the former Wonders building, which is now being converted into the new Play pavilion.

At the other side of Future World East, the walkway across from the breezeway exit, past the playground and to the center of the park has reopened.

The restrooms along the walkway remain closed however.

The next phase of changes should see the walkway open by Gateway Gifts and Guest Relations leading to Future World East.

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MisterPenguin2 hours ago

I wonder if LwtL's Christmas decorations, which totally was a huge draw with queues at night hitting an hour, was a sign that if they spruced it up a bit more outside of Christmas, it would help with capacity, since it often only has a 5 minute queue.

trainplane33 hours ago

I like improved lighting but I feel this needs to be a bit adjusted. Seems overdone but again, pictures and videos aren't going to show what it's really like. Anyways, I'm so happy to see the ride getting regular love and can't wait to see it in person.

James Alucobond5 hours ago

Spoiler alert: It’s a real gator.

imagineer975 hours ago

Looks like they're going for a consistent vibe in all of their bayous.

Epcot81Fan5 hours ago

Take that, Epic Universe! - WDI

tparris6 hours ago

These things have also barely been functional lately

networkpro6 hours ago

There's one on the left side and one to thr right now, before both were in the right.

tparris6 hours ago

tparris6 hours ago

Floor lights in world celebration are still completely turned off…

SplashJacket6 hours ago

Love this sort of stuff. A ride doesn’t need a massive overhaul all at once, iterative improvements through the years culminate to an exceptional experience over time. It reminds me of Disneyland. I honestly wish they would leave more room for improvement in new rides. A lot may never come to fruition, but if you allow for future plussing (not an excuse to cheap out) you can ultimately deliver a better product through the years.

gerarar6 hours ago

SplashJacket6 hours ago

https://blogmickey.com/2024/04/video-photos-updated-lighting-illuminates-rainforest-scene-in-living-with-the-land-ride-at-epcot/

tparris8 hours ago

A new palm tree has been planted near a group of much older trees in World Discovery, across from Connections Eatery. There was previously a large circular planter over this spot in the pavement.

CntrlFlPete9 hours ago

a few recent pics