Epcot's Festival of the Arts is an annual festival that takes place at Epcot in Walt Disney World. Much like the classic Food and Wine Festival that happens in the fall, this event follows a similar format. The Festival of the Arts features several unique offerings from food to entertainment. This festival brings together the visual, culinary, and performing arts. Just as with the other festivals at Epcot, there is no extra cost to see the festival — only standard park admission is required. This year Epcot's International Festival of the Arts runs from January 16 – February 23, 2026.
The Festival of the Arts is included with Epcot admission. Now in its ninth year, the festival returns better than ever with exciting new additions including Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game activities, a brand-new Broadway exhibit inside CommuniCore Hall, and over 20 Food Studios. Come along and take a look at everything the 2026 Epcot Festival of the Arts has to offer.
This festival is unique due to its wide offering of live art and entertainment. It holds a terrific selection of food booths all around World Showcase, but what really sets it apart is that it is more than just food. If you are a fan of any of the Disney artists, this is also a great opportunity to meet them, as many show up for signings throughout the festival.
When is Epcot's Festival of the Arts
The 2026 festival runs from January 16 – February 23, 2026, lasting 39 days. The event features visiting artists, an array of foodie delights, and opportunities for you to embrace your inner artist.
The great news is this is Florida's cooler season, so you don't have to worry about the heat the way you do at Food and Wine Festival in the summer and fall. EPCOT is typically open from 9 AM to 9 PM daily during the festival. Food Studios open at 11 AM each day.
Best Dates to Visit Festival of the Arts 2026
When planning a trip to Disney World, everyone wants to know when the best time to visit is. We always recommend skipping the first weekend of any Epcot festival — it tends to be packed with locals and early adopters, and the booth lines and walkways get jammed. The second week and weekend of the festival are usually a much calmer, more enjoyable experience.
For lighter crowds in 2026, aim for weekday visits in late January or the first two weeks of February, well away from any holiday weekends.
Guidemap for 2026 Epcot Festival of the Arts
Make sure to pick up the Times Guide and the Epcot International Festival of the Arts Festival Passport when you arrive. The Festival Passport is packed with all the information, pictures, and stickers you'll need to navigate the day — and it makes a great souvenir! You can pick it up at the park entrance bridge from World Celebration to World Showcase.
Best Hotel to Stay at for the Festival of the Arts
Since this entire festival takes place at Epcot, the top picks are the Epcot-area resorts, all within walking distance of the park. Note that the farthest walk will come from the Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve properties.
- Boardwalk Resort
- Yacht Club Resort
- Beach Club Resort
- Swan & Dolphin Resort
- Marriott Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
The Disney Skyliner addition to Walt Disney World this also easily connects in a few more hotels here are Skyliner resorts that would also make for speedy trips to Epcot.
- Art of Animation
- Pop Century Resort
- Caribbean Resort
- Disney Riviera Resort (DVC)
Tickets for Festival of the Arts, What's Included
You may be wondering if there is a separate ticket for Epcot's Festival of the Arts. The good news is there is no separate ticket to buy for Epcot's Festival of the Arts. The Festival of the Arts is included in your standard Epcot ticket.
You will need to pay for the food separately, so all the food booths we cover below are an additional cost. Each item has its own pricing and will range from $3.00 - $12.00. If spending extra cash isn't in the cards for you don't worry the festival has plenty of free options. You can paint by number, enjoy photo ops, Disney artist meet and greets, and even a series of Disney Broadway Concerts.
Festival of the Arts Food Booths
In total this year will feature 16 Food Studios featuring some returning favorites and soon-to-be hits taking the foodie stage for the first time, like the brand-new The Craftsman’s Courtyard. For some added fun, be sure to pick up a Festival Passport to try out the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine, a returning food stroll featuring some true culinary masterpieces. As you travel throughout the Festival, collect stamps by purchasing five of these decadent dishes to redeem a special prize from Deco Delights to enjoy.
The Artist's Table (American Adventure Pavilion)
Treat your senses to artistically elevated comfort foods—like dumplings, hummingbird cake and more. Pair your dish with beer or a glass of wine.
Cuisine Classique (Near Test Track Presented by Chevrolet) – NEW!
Enjoy carefully crafted classics, like beef Wellington and roasted mussels—as well as a flavorful beer or cocktail.
The Craftsman’s Courtyard (Near Disney Traders)
Indulge your appetite when you order steak or pork belly sandwiches from the grill.
Deco Delights (Near Port of Entry)
Satisfy your sweet tooth with sleek desserts inspired by the art deco era— from the gilded glamour of the roaring 1920’s to the bright pastels of Miami Beach.
The Deconstructed Dish (Near Port of Entry)
Rediscover your favorite dishes fragmented and presented in a playful way—like a BLT and key lime pie.
El Artista Hambriento (Mexico Pavilion)
A fiesta of flavor awaits! Delight in classic Mexican fare—from savory carne asada to chilled lobster with chipotle aïoli.
Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food and Little Sparks of Magic
Sweeten your day with colorful treats, like rainbow cake or a sugar cookie with a fun twist. You’ll also find a variety of beers and hard ciders.
Goshiki (Japan Pavilion)
Celebrate the Japanese culinary arts with delectable dishes featuring “the 5 colors” of Japanese cuisine. Highlights include sushi donuts, daifuku mochi and sake.
Gourmet Landscapes (Canada)
Savor stunning dishes artfully composed with the finest ingredients that have been farmed and foraged from the land. Enjoy wild mushroom risotto, roasted bone marrow and more.
L'Art de la Cuisine Francaise (France Pavilion)
Discover delicious French treats and baked goods, from savory to sweet—including salmon served hot or cold and warm brie in a bread bowl. Pair your dish with a French wine or frozen martini.
L'Arte di Mangiare (Italy Pavilion)
Indulge in Baroque cuisine, prepared with rich color and dramatic flavor. This food studio serves up fried mozzarella, pasta and more.
The Painted Panda (China Pavilion)
Enjoy decorative cuisine inspired by magnificent Chinese art, like General Tso’s chicken shumai or the char siu pork bun. Plus, sip bubble tea, Chinese-inspired cocktails and other refreshing beverages.
Pastoral Palate (Germany Pavilion)
Help yourself to hearty dishes inspired by the rustic settings where Bavarian Folk Art is painted. Indulge in a red wine-braised beef short rib and black forest cake.
Pop Eats (Near Port of Entry)
Delight in mouthwatering masterpieces inspired by the most captivating pop art of the 20th century. Highlights include tomato soup with grilled cheese.
Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina (Morocco Pavilion)
Take your taste buds on a Moroccan adventure as you enjoy delectable dishes like grilled kebabs, stoned-baked Moroccan bread and more. Pair your dish with hard cider or the chai tea mint mimosa.
Vibrante & Vívido: Encanto Cocina (Between the Morocco & France Pavilions)
Feast on authentic Colombian cuisine inspired by the Disney animated film Encanto—like an empanada with chorizo or mango cheesecake.
Additional Locations
Delight your appetite with mouthwatering morsels, nibbles and noshes from these year-round food stops—each offering special menu items in addition to the regular menu.
- Refreshment Port (near Canada): Serving poutine, the Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie and refreshing beverages
- Refreshment Outpost: Serving delicious beers from breweries in Louisiana, Florida and New York
- Funnel Cake: Serving a specialty funnel cake
- Joffrey's Coffee & Tea Company (all 4 in-park locations): Serving a unique art-inspired beverage at each location
- Swirled Showcase: Serving soft-serve ice cream in a dish or waffle cone
Check back later for additional details—including full menus for each food studio.
Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine
If you’re up for a delicious challenge, don’t miss the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine. This fun food stroll highlights yummy sweet and savory offerings in all the colors of the rainbow. Your handy Festival Passport will show where to make your picturesque purchases and receive stamps in your passport. Once you’ve collected five stamps, bring your passport to Deco Delights Food Studio to receive a complimentary surprise.
The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine can be completed at your leisure – so you can enjoy a new treat every time you visit throughout the festival.
Entertainment During the Festival of the Arts at Epcot
The popular Disney on Broadway Concert Series will return to America Gardens Theatre this year. It is previously headlined by Broadway stars who reprise favorite songs from past performances in award-winning shows. This year’s talent-rich lineup includes:
- DISNEY ON BROADWAY: Get swept away by the songs you love during DISNEY ON BROADWAY performances at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Sit back and sing along with show-stopping numbers from legendary Disney musicals. Every 2 weeks, we’ll welcome different pairs of DISNEY ON BROADWAY stars to perform some of the songs they helped make famous, plus other sensational tunes.
- Art Defying Gravity (7-day offering): Enjoy the spectacle of thrilling strength acts defying gravity and imagination at World Showplace.
- Epcot Pianist (7-day offering): Tap your toes to a variety of show tunes performed by a talented entertainer at World Showplace.
- JAMMitors (7-day offering): Listen to the soothing sounds produced this fun group of musicians at the Mill Stage in the Canada Pavilion.
- Visual Art in Performance (4-day offering, Thursday – Sunday): Behold a high-energy, on-stage performance by a guest visual artist painting favorite Disney characters within World Showplace. In just minutes, colorful Disney images magically appear before your eyes.
- Chalk Art – Future World East: Discover the work of imaginative chalk artists, then help create a chalk art masterpiece!
2025 Disney on BROADWAY Schedule
Get swept away by the songs you love during DISNEY ON BROADWAY performances at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Sit back and sing along with show-stopping numbers from legendary Disney musicals.
Concerts run from January 17 through February 24, 2025. And the shows start at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM. All shows happen in the America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT.
- Patti Murin (Frozen) and John Riddle (Frozen): Jan. 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27 and 28
- Caissie Levy (Frozen) and Jelani Remy (The Lion King): January 18, 21, 22, 24, 26, 29 and 30
- Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan): January 31, February 2, 3, 6, 8, 10 and 11
- Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins) and Alton Fitzgerald White (The Lion King): February 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 12, 13
- Michael James Scott (Aladdin) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King):
February 14, 16, 17, 20, 23 and 24 - Rodney Ingram (Aladdin) and Kara Lindsay (Newsies):
February 15, 18, 19, 21, 22 and 24
Broadway Show Dining Package
To guarantee priority seating for your preferred performances, be sure to check out Dining Packages available at eight spectacular EPCOT restaurants:
- Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
- Biergarten Restaurant
- Coral Reef Restaurant
- Garden Grill Restaurant
- Rose & Crown Dining Room