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EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Florida's biggest food festival: dozens of global marketplaces serving small plates and sips around World Showcase.
About the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is the heavyweight of Florida food events and one of the longest food festivals in the country. Each fall, Walt Disney World turns World Showcase into a walkable tasting menu, with Global Marketplace booths serving small plates and drinks inspired by cuisines from around the globe.
Because the festival runs for roughly three months, it rewards planning. Weekday mornings are calmer, weekends and evenings fill quickly, and many guests track their tastings on the festival passport. Premium experiences such as wine dinners and mixology seminars sell out in advance, so book those as soon as they are announced.
Festival highlights
Global Marketplaces
Kiosks around World Showcase serve tapas-sized dishes from around the world, so you can graze across countries in one afternoon.
Eat to the Beat
Nightly concert series at the America Gardens Theatre, included with park admission.
Culinary demos & seminars
Chef demonstrations, beverage seminars and premium tasting events (separately ticketed).
What to eat
- Small plates from 25+ Global Marketplaces
- Craft beer, wine flights and festival cocktails
- Seasonal desserts and limited-run snacks
- Plant-based and allergy-friendly options
Tips for visiting
- Download the festival passport or the Disney app menu so you can map out booths before you go.
- A Disney Gift Card speeds up checkout at the kiosks.
- Visit on a weekday and start at the far side of World Showcase to avoid the opening rush.
- Split dishes with your group so you can taste more without overdoing it.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival?
Timing: Late August through late November. Our current estimate for the next edition is August 27, 2026 to November 21, 2026. Confirm the dates with the organizer before you travel.
Where is the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival held?
EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, FL (Orange County, Central Florida).
Is the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 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 Food & Wine Festival?
Popular items include small plates from 25+ Global Marketplaces; craft beer, wine flights and festival cocktails; seasonal desserts and limited-run snacks.
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Florida Food Festival is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival or its organizers. Event details change; please verify dates, hours and prices with the official organizer before you go. Photos are illustrative.