Hiya Michael,
Welcome to planDisney! There is nothing quite like visiting EPCOT in the evening; I love walking around World Showcase and seeing all the pavilions lit up. It really is a stunning sight to behold.
That said, Michael, I don’t have to tell you, but after a long day of walking, that lovely stroll definitely feels a lot longer at the end of the day sometimes.
The Friendship Boats can help offset some of the steps throughout the day by taking you across World Showcase Lagoon in a snap. I reached out to a Cast Member, and unfortunately, once the launches close an hour before
EPCOT Forever, they do not re-open for the evening. The props from the nighttime spectacular will remain in the water during the
Extended Evening Hours, so the Friendship Boats cannot operate during that time.
I hope this was helpful, Michael. While the boats will be docked throughout the extended evening hours, I hope you will take advantage of the smaller crowds to stroll around World Showcase more leisurely. Take in the incredible details lit up by the Pavillion lights and the moonlight; grab snacks you don’t usually try, and soak in the magic. My favorite late-night snacks always come from
Karamell-Kuche, so I highly recommend stopping by the Germany Pavillion to try one of those yummy snacks. Then reserve some time to join the Guardians in saving the galaxy in
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Please come back and see us if you need anything else.
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.