Official: EPCOT Has Made Major Changes To 42-Year-Old Attraction Overnight

EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays is a fan-favorite time of year, bringing all the festive fun, delicious eats, and joyous performances that make the season special.

As the park fills with twinkling lights and celebratory cheer, one of the most underrated, yet charming, attractions also gets a seasonal glow-up. If you’ve ever enjoyed the calm, educational boat ride through EPCOT’s Living with the Land, you’ll want to make sure you catch its holiday version—the Glimmering Greenhouses overlay—before it ends on December 30.

Living with the Land is a peaceful and immersive journey through innovative agricultural techniques, but it becomes something extra special when the holiday season rolls around.

The ride’s typically subdued atmosphere transforms into a glittering, festive experience with twinkling lights, colorful decorations, and charming displays. Picture this: Mickey-shaped topiaries donning reindeer antlers, holiday presents stacked high in the greenhouses, and a whimsical snowman family lit up in bright, colorful lights. These added touches bring an extra layer of warmth to the attraction, creating an enchanting atmosphere that perfectly complements the festival’s holiday cheer.

One of the standout features of the overlay is the sparkling tunnel of lights, which serves as a magical finale to your boat ride. Guests often feel as if they’re floating through a winter wonderland, and the beauty of the lights surrounding you is just as mesmerizing as the sights of the greenhouses. For many, it’s one of the more serene and calming holiday experiences in the park.

Typically, Living with the Land is not known for long waits, but during the holiday overlay, the ride does attract more guests. To avoid the crowds, consider visiting earlier in the day or after dark when the lights are at their most dazzling.

While EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays offers so many fantastic experiences—from the Holiday Kitchens to the Candlelight Processional—Living with the Land’s holiday makeover offers something a little different: a quiet and serene celebration of the season. So if you’re planning to visit EPCOT during the holidays, don’t miss the opportunity to take in the beauty of the Glimmering Greenhouses. It’s a wonderful, light-filled escape into the holiday magic of EPCOT.