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D23 EXPO 2017: New Mission: Space mission announced, updated ride reopens at Walt Disney World next month

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“Mission: Space” glows in metallic letters above a sunlit Earth, evoking the thrill of Walt Disney World attractions and the boundless excitement celebrated at D23 EXPO 2017.

In addition to the new space-themed restaurant adjacent to Epcot’s Mission: Space, updates to the attraction itself were announced during D23 Expo 2017.

Mission: Space is currently closed for refurbishments. When it re-opens, expect to see a brand new “Green” mission join the current mission to Mars. Guests will journey on an orbital adventure around the planet, which Disney Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald likened to “Soarin’ Around Earth.” The Green mission will be family-friendly and allow younger children to enjoy the adventure of Mission: Space for the first time.

Earth and Mars illuminated by vibrant orange and blue lights, with the bold “Mission: Space” logo above a dynamic cosmic backdrop, evoking the excitement of Walt Disney World’s Mission: Space as celebrated at D23 EXPO 2017.

Onstage at D23 EXPO 2017, two presenters stand before a glowing map of Italy and its neighboring countries, immersing the Disney fan audience in excitement as they unveil anticipated Walt Disney World announcements like Mission: Space.

The yet-to-be-named restaurant coming to the Mission: Space area invites guests to travel high above Earth for spectacular views while they dine. It will be operated by the Patina Restaurant Group, who also operate Via Napoli and Tutto Italia at Epcot. The group also runs Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs.

Mission: Space restaurant at Walt Disney World featuring expansive windows revealing stunning views of Earth and an astronaut floating outside, capturing the immersive, imaginative experience showcased at D23 EXPO 2017.

An exact location and opening date were not part of the restaurant announcements.

You can watch the full panel of Epcot-related news in our video below.

WATCH – EPCOT ANNOUNCEMENTS AT D23 EXPO 2017:

The updated Mission: Space attraction is scheduled to open next month.

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