EPCOT has always been a park in motion, especially in the last several years.From its early days of showcasing futuristic technology and global culture to its more recent embrace of Disney storytelling, it’s been the most experimental of the four Walt Disney World parks. After years of construction walls and detours, EPCOT’s transformation officially wrapped up in 2024, with new areas like CommuniCore Hall and the lush Journey of Water walk-through attraction welcoming guests.Credit: Rick Wagner, FlickrBut even with the dust settling, EPCOT still raises the question: which pavilions and attractions will last another decade, and which ones might be next on the chopping block?Strong SurvivorsThe safest bets right now are EPCOT’s newest additions. CommuniCore Hall and Plaza, just opened in 2024, are practically guaranteed to stick around. Disney poured years of planning and money into these areas, turning the central hub of the park into a fresh gathering space that hosts festivals, exhibits, and entertainment. It would take something drastic for Disney to backtrack on a project this new.World Showcase as a whole remains strong too. The eleven country pavilions are at the heart of EPCOT’s identity, offering food, live entertainment, and cultural experiences that keep guests returning year after year. Some pavilions may add new attractions or restaurants over time, but the foundation of World Showcase is stable and likely safe for decades to come.Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, though not technically a pavilion, is another clear survivor. Opened in 2022, it’s one of Disney’s most technologically advanced coasters and has already become a crowd favorite. Attractions of this scale aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.Credit: Krysten Swensen, Inside the MagicAt RiskThat doesn’t mean every part of EPCOT has a guaranteed future.The biggest red flag is the Play! Pavilion, which was supposed to reinvent the old Wonders of Life building with interactive exhibits and digital playgrounds. Disney quietly scrapped the project in 2023, removing it from maps and guidebooks. With no new plans announced, this space is essentially a ghost pavilion, sitting empty in a park that otherwise feels revitalized. Unless Disney introduces a fresh idea, it may remain one of EPCOT’s most visible dead zones.Another pavilion that could be vulnerable is Mexico, specifically Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros. While the pavilion itself is safe—its dining and shopping make it a cornerstone of World Showcase—the boat ride inside has long been rumored for a Coco retheme.Fans love the quirky charm of Donald, José, and Panchito, but Disney’s recent track record shows a willingness to swap out lesser-known characters for more marketable franchises. With Coco’s music and visuals practically tailor-made for a boat ride format, Gran Fiesta may be living on borrowed time. If Disney wants to add another popular IP into the parks, this is one of the easiest opportunities.Credit: Wally Gobetz, FlickrLow RiskSome EPCOT experiences may feel outdated but are unlikely to disappear.Spaceship Earth, the geodesic sphere that defines the park’s skyline, falls into this category. A massive refurbishment was announced and then shelved, but the ride remains too important to the identity of EPCOT to close permanently. When its next round of updates eventually comes, it will almost certainly be a reimagining rather than a removal.Other pavilions like France, Norway, and Japan continue to draw heavy crowds with their dining, shopping, and rides like Frozen Ever After and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Their popularity and profitability make them safe bets for the next decade.Virtually UntouchableFinally, there are the elements that are as close to permanent as anything in a Disney park can be. World Showcase itself, with its unique focus on culture and cuisine, is unlikely to face significant cuts. While Disney may add a new country someday, removing one of the current pavilions would cause outrage among fans and international partners.The same goes for EPCOT’s newest festival infrastructure. The park has leaned heavily into its festival model—Food & Wine, Festival of the Holidays, and Flower & Garden keep attendance strong year-round. With CommuniCore now serving as a central festival hub, these events are more baked into EPCOT’s DNA than ever.Credit: Kwong Yee Cheng, FlickrFinal ThoughtsSo, which EPCOT pavilions can actually survive another ten years?Strong survivors: CommuniCore Hall and Plaza, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, World Showcase as a wholeAt risk: Play! Pavilion (scrapped), Gran Fiesta Tour in Mexico (possible Coco reimagining)Low risk: Spaceship Earth, France, Norway, JapanVirtually untouchable: Festivals, World Showcase structure itselfThe truth is, EPCOT is steadier today than it was five years ago, but not everything is safe. Fans who adore the quirky charm of Gran Fiesta Tour or still hope for Wonders of Life to return should soak them in while they can. Disney has made it clear that nothing is off the table if it sees an opportunity to refresh the park.The post Survival Odds: Which EPCOT Pavilions Can Actually Last Another 10 Years appeared first on Inside the Magic.