EPCOT’s Soarin’ Will Pause for a Fast U.S. Refresh and Reopen as Soarin’ Across America

Overview

• Disney says Soarin’ Around the World will shut down later this month and return shortly after as Soarin’ Across America.
• The new film will highlight U.S. landmarks and landscapes as part of a semiquincentennial celebration in 2026.
• Guests should see a brief downtime, which helps families keep trip plans with only a short gap before the ride returns.
• The attraction remains a gentle flight simulator that lifts riders before a large curved screen with sweeping visuals and scent effects.
• The shift comes as Walt Disney World remakes other offerings, including Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster’s Muppets rework and park expansions, while fans speculate about future EPCOT updates like Spaceship Earth, Gran Fiesta Tour, and Figment.