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EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Food Studios serve artfully plated small bites alongside live art, Broadway concerts and interactive installations.
About the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts brings together visual, culinary and performing arts. The Food Studios lean into presentation, plating small dishes like works on a canvas, and the festival tends to feel a little less hectic than the fall food and wine season.
Florida’s mild winter weather makes this one of the most comfortable times to graze World Showcase. Concerts and workshops fill weekends, while weekdays leave room to linger over the art.
Festival highlights
Food Studios
Kiosks where presentation is part of the dish, designed to be photographed and eaten.
Disney on Broadway Concert Series
Broadway performers take the America Gardens Theatre stage.
Paint-by-number mural
A giant community mural guests help complete during the festival.
What to eat
- Food Studios with plated, gallery-worthy small bites
- Edible art desserts
- Specialty wines and cocktails
- Chef showcase dishes
Tips for visiting
- Weekday visits pair well with the concert schedule; check showtimes first.
- Bring a portable charger; you'll photograph more than you expect.
- Look for the festival's paint-by-number mural to add your own square.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts?
Timing: Mid-January through late February. Our current estimate for the next edition is January 15, 2027 to February 22, 2027. Confirm the dates with the organizer before you travel.
Where is the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts held?
EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, FL (Orange County, Central Florida).
Is the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts free?
You need a valid theme park ticket. Included with EPCOT admission; food and drinks priced per item.
What food is served at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts?
Popular items include food Studios with plated, gallery-worthy small bites; edible art desserts; specialty wines and cocktails.
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Florida Food Festival is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts or its organizers. Event details change; please verify dates, hours and prices with the official organizer before you go. Photos are illustrative.