Test Track at EPCOT Closing Early at 6:30 Again

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Test Track at EPCOT will be closing early yet again today. It has frequently been closing at 6:30 p.m. this month, apparently for maintenance, though Disney has not released a schedule and announces the early closures day-of. It has closed early on February 1, 2, 3, and 8.

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Having Trouble Hiring Experienced Waitstaff, Disney Wish Maiden Voyage Delayed to July 14, and More: Daily Recap (2/3/22)

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Walt Disney World to Host Conservative Political Conference, Test Track Closes Early, Disney to Heavily Invest in NFTs & Crypto, and More: Daily Recap (2/2/22)

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Test Track Closing Early Today at EPCOT

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Test Track at EPCOT will be closing early today, February 2, at 6:30 p.m. The rest of the park will be closing at 9:00 p.m. Guests at EPCOT may receive a notification from My Disney Experience informing them of the closure. According to Test Track Cast Members, it is only for regular maintenance. It should … Read more

Guests Face Long Lines at EPCOT as Lightning Lane Access Sells Out and Two Rides Go Down

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Living With the Land and Mission: SPACE are both down at EPCOT this morning, leading to long lines at other attractions as Lightning Lane access quickly sells out. Lightning Lane access to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which is a separate purchase from Disney Genie+, was sold out by 11:30 a.m. Lightning Lane access was theoretically still … Read more

Santa Mickey Piñata Crushes at The Ganachery, New Donald Duck Sighting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios & More: EPCOT, Disney Springs, & Disney’s Hollywood Studios Photo Report 12/12/2021

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Good Morning from EPCOT. We are traveling around the Walt Disney World Resort today. Let’s start our journey! We are starting our day aboard Monorail Orange. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is slowly taking shape. “Show yourself” these amazing “Frozen 2” ornaments. We found ours at Gateway Gifts. Inside Creations Shop a new grey … Read more

Bob Chapek Claims to Resent His Reputation as a ‘Bean Counter’ CEO, Thomas Kinkade 50th Anniversary Print Now Available, & More: Daily Recap (12/12/21)

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PHOTOS: More Scrim Added to Test Track at EPCOT

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Exterior refurbishment at Test Track in EPCOT continues as more scrim has been added around the outside of the attraction. As always, keep following WDWNT for all of your Disney Parks news, and for the absolute latest, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

PHOTO REPORT: 11/16/21 Magic Kingdom (Mickey’s PhilharMagic Sign Completed, Dooney & Bourke Holiday Dogs Collection, Greeter Structure Installed At EPCOT, & More)

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Happy holidays from Magic Kingdom! Some of the holiday dogs Dooney & Bourke collection arrived at Uptown Jewelers. A sparkling new Rebecca Hook 50th anniversary brooch to rival Mickey Mouse’s is also at Uptown Jewelers. Poinsettias now fill the garden at the Partners statue where the stage for filming for the Christmas special was taking … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/28/21): Guest Jumps Into Water at “it’s a small world,” General Bookings Open for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, Mickey Returns to Town Square Theater, and More

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Test Track Closing at 7:00 PM Today at EPCOT

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Test Track will be closing earlier than the rest of EPCOT today. According to a My Disney Experience notification, Test Track will close at 7:00 p.m. EPCOT will remain open until 10:00 p.m.

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/24/2021 (Youth Sweaters Warm Up Creations Shop, New Spooky Treats Arrive at Broadwalk Bakery, and More)

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Today we are navigating our way through EPCOT. Let’s get going, World Travelers! The JAMMitors gave us some funky beats to listen to this morning. At Creations Shop we found some cozy, fuzzy sweaters for children. Each one features either Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, or Donald Duck. Test Track has a new sign directing guests … Read more

PHOTOS: New Green Speakers Installed Near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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New outdoor speakers have been installed in planters near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in the World Discovery neighborhood of EPCOT. The speakers are green to somewhat blend in with the surrounding plants. They can also be found along the walkway. New speakers were also installed at the entrance of EPCOT earlier this year.

PHOTOS: FastPass+ Kiosks Removed From Test Track at EPCOT

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More FastPass+ kiosks have been removed at Walt Disney World, this time from next to Test Track in EPCOT. These kiosks were only installed in February 2020, so didn’t see much use before Walt Disney World closed in March and free FastPass service subsequently ended forever. The spots where the kiosks once say is obvious … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 10/6/21 (New Minnie Mouse Norway Ears Debut, Walls Go Up at Test Track, Mousketeer Themed Merchandise Marches Into Disney Traders, and More)

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Good morning and welcome to another beautiful day at EPCOT. Here at EPCOT, you can travel around the world, journey through imagination, soar to new heights, and more. Join us as we discover just what all lies in store for us today. Let’s jump in!  We popped into Creations Shop this morning and found some … Read more

PHOTOS: Experience the First “Extended Evening Hours” Only for Deluxe Resort Guests at EPCOT

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Guests staying at Walt Disney World Deluxe Resorts, Deluxe Villas, and other select hotels can now experience extended evening hours on select days at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. Join us for an evening of low wait times at EPCOT from 10pm to 12am as we experienced the first offering on October 4th. The France Pavilion … Read more