Lightning Lane Confirmed For Mickey & Friends Character Experience Coming to EPCOT



Mickey & Friends Meet and Greet Artist Rendering

Construction at EPCOT has revealed an exciting update to its CommuniCore Plaza character experience. The park is set to introduce a Lightning Lane entrance to the Mickey & Friends character meet and greet, which was recently marked by the recent installation of a new marquee at Communicore Hall.

Introduction of Lightning Lane For Mickey & Friends Character Experience

The Mickey & Friends Lightning Lane represents a significant enhancement to the EPCOT visitor experience. This system is designed to provide guests with expedited access to select attractions, reducing the time spent in line and maximizing the enjoyment of the park. The inclusion of beloved Disney characters in this fast-access feature underscores its appeal to families and fans alike..

Marquee Installation

With the placement of a marquee at Communicore Hall, EPCOT signals the official launch of the Mickey & Friends Lightning Lane. This installation not only serves as a physical marker of the new feature but also adds an element of excitement and anticipation for Disney fans that have been waiting to see EPCOT’s construction finally come to an end!

Accessing the Lightning Lane

Guests looking to take advantage of the Mickey & Friends Lightning Lane can do so through the Disney Genie+ service. This service enables visitors to select return times for attractions, thereby granting them access via the Lightning Lane. The ease of use and accessibility through the Disney World app make this a convenient option for optimizing a day at EPCOT.

Finding Character Meet & Greets with the My Disney Experience App

Once CommuniCore Plaza is unveiled on June 10th, guests should see this new character experience added to the My Disney Experience app. If you’d like to get step by step instructions on how to locate your favorite Disney character in the Disney World theme parks, and get exact times & locations, check out our guide here: How To Find Character Meet & Greets Using The My Disney Experience App.

Wrapping Up

The introduction of the Mickey & Friends Lightning Lane and the new marquee at CommuniCore Hall are indicative of the fact that EPCOT’s years-long update is slowly coming to an end. It will be quite the sight to see EPCOT finally devoid of construction walls and noises!

By offering expedited access to this upcoming character meet & greet, EPCOT is set to provide an even more magical and memorable experience for its visitors. As the park evolves, guests can look forward to enjoying a futuristic destination for families and Disney enthusiasts around the world!

Written by

Rachel Van Norman


Contributing Writer

Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.

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