In Walt Disney World, EPCOT has become the park known as Festival Central and you have four amazing events to choose from. Planning a Disney vacation to coincide with one of these festivals is a great way to add some extra fun to your trip!

Welcome to EPCOT

Whether you want to explore the Arts, view colorful floral displays, sip on wine flights, or listen to holiday storytellers, there is a festival for you!

The EPCOT Festivals are:

• EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
• EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival
• EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
• EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

Let’s explore these festive happenings!

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

The EPCOT Festival of the Arts celebrated its inaugural year in 2017 and has been flourishing ever since!

EPCOT Festival of the Arts

The event focuses on three artistic disciplines: Visual, Culinary, and Performing Arts. Spend some time observing Disney artists as they create artwork such as paintings and chalk art. At the Food Studios, indulge in dishes and drinks that are as beautiful as they are delicious. And watch a Disney on Broadway Concert, showcasing tremendously talented artists (straight from the Broadway stage) in live performances. As you leisurely stroll through EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts, you’ll find extra activities around every corner.

Food Studios

We love the art-inspired food and beverages. The Festival of the Arts features Food Studios located around EPCOT! In 2023, 16 Food Studios and additional locations delivered enhanced menu items to Festival guests. Unique to the Festival of the Arts is a focus on presentation of the dishes. Many food items are their own works of art!

Mille-Feuille de Betteraves aux Herbes et Noix de Cajoux

The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine gives guests the chance to sample several items at the Food Studios!

Upon completion, you’ll receive an ADDITIONAL — and complimentary — treat (with a possible bonus treat!) for your artful efforts. This is a fun activity for the whole family!

Performing Arts

The Disney on Broadway Concert Series features performances by some of Broadway’s most accomplished actors and actresses singing some of Disney’s popular songs. These shows take place at the America Gardens Theatre in The American Adventure pavilion.

American Gardens Theatre

You can find the full lineup of artists for 2023 here as we await the 2024 lineup!

Visual Arts

The Visual Arts are celebrated with various exhibits and hands-on experiences, along with a few more artistic touches along the way! Be sure to pick up and refer to the Festival of the Arts Passport at EPCOT. More than 100 Disney and visiting artists appeared at the Festival of the Arts in 2023.

Artist in EPCOT

Enjoy watching the creative process live through Art in Performance, including Chalk Artists along the bridge from World Celebration to World Showcase Plaza. Even if you miss the artists working themselves — you can ALWAYS stop to admire the finished creations!

Chalk Art

Let the kids draw some chalk art!

Have some fun painting!

Hello Figment!

Festival Merchandise

Figment Festival of the Arts Mug

The dates for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts were January 13th through February 20th, 2023. Stay tuned for 2024 dates.

Check out our Best of the Fest — the Must-Eats and Must-Drinks — for 2023 Festival of the Arts!

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

In Walt Disney World, spring means the weather is warming up and flowers are blossoming. It’s the perfect time to visit the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival!

Encanto topiary at EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Debuting in 1994, this beloved event is one of Disney’s longest running Festivals. While it began as a celebration of gardening, in 2013 the festival began offering Outdoor Kitchens. The kiosks are very similar to what you’ll find at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival; in fact, the structures are the same for both events. You’ll find dishes that celebrate the flavors of the “host” country, with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor Kitchens are set up on the Promenade and around EPCOT’s World Showcase Lagoon. These booths provide enhanced food offerings to guests at the Flower and Garden Festival. The Festival’s Flower and Garden Passport is available to help you locate all the Outdoor Kitchens and activities available.

Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta

There are over 15 Food Booths for 2023 (plus a few specialty offerings at additional locations around the park) serving up fresh-from-the-GARDEN flavors!

Lime Dole Whip

Try the Garden Graze — a plant-based food stroll through the Flower and Garden Festival. Be sure to get your Festival Passport stamped at each location where you purchase a Garden Graze item so you can claim your prize!

Garden Rocks Concert Series

The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series performances are free with EPCOT admission and take place at the America Gardens Theatre.

Berlin at Garden Rocks in 2023

Internationally known artists will perform Friday through Monday; local bands will rock the house Tuesday through Thursday.

Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration

For a small fee, the whole family can have fun on Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration!

Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration

The Disney honeybee named Spike pollinates his way around the festival and guests can follow his trail! When the map is complete, guests can return it to Disney Traders or World Traveler to choose a springtime surprise!

Topiaries

The Festival is included in regular EPCOT admission (with a few additional activities typically available for participation at a low cost). And, of course, the gorgeous Disney Character Topiaries all around the park enhance everyone’s visit to EPCOT!

Mickey & Minnie in bloom!

For 2023, a new Princess Tiana topiary can be seen in The American Adventure pavilion, and a NEW “Encanto” topiary scene features Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela, and Luisa near the park’s main entrance!

Snow White topiary

Plus, check out returning favorites such as Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook and Tick Tock Croc, Figment, Anna and Elsa, and more.

Global Gardens

A springtime stroll around EPCOT presents opportunities to enjoy beautiful Gardens all around the park!

Gorgeous flowers!

From a Tropical Rainforest Garden in the Mexico pavilion, to the English Tea Garden and Shakespeare Garden in the United Kingdom, to a Bamboo Garden in China, and MUCH more, you’re only just steps away from finding the next spring-inspired scene!

Welcome to the Butterfly House

The Butterfly House, for instance, allows guests to visit beautiful butterflies each day until dusk.

Festival Merchandise

A full range of Festival merchandise is available to commemorate your visit to the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival.

Snow White Ears

Look for items including apparel, glassware, kitchenware, and magnets — and, of course, Minnie Mouse Ears — all bearing logos of the Festival and its attractions.

Tervis Tumbler

The 2023 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival dates are March 1st through July 5th! Stay tuned for 2024 information.

Click HERE to find our Best of the Fest! EVERYTHING You Need to Eat and Drink at the 2023 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival