EPCOT at Walt Disney World rotates through four seasonal festivals, and Disney just announced the 2026 return of arguably the most popular of them all. Disney World also just announced details for a favorite event at Magic Kingdom.
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will return to the theme park in 2026. We have the festival dates and some teasers for what’s new. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including Disney World’s 2026 Halloween party dates and changes coming to Disney World’s weakest Star Wars ride.
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EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2026 Dates
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is an annual special event featuring cuisine from around the world. The festival takes place during regular park hours and is not a separately ticketed event.
Dates for this year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival are August 27 through November 21, 2026. During this period, guests can expect dozens of limited-time food offerings available at Global Marketplace booths throughout the park.
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Disney just shared three new dishes for 2026, with many more to come:
- Street Corn-style Dumplings, pictured above: Chicken dumplings with tomatillo salsa verde, street corn salad, cotija, lime crema, and cilantro; available at the Gyozas of the Galaxy Global Marketplace booth
- Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer, pictured below, with sweet-and-sour vegetables and coconut-chili sauce; available at the Australia Global Marketplace booth
- Kirschwasser Torte, pictured below, with cherry-brandy buttercream, fondant, sugared almonds, and cherry compote; available at The Alps Global Marketplace booth
The Eat to the Beat Concert Series will return to the American Gardens Theatre for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2026. These free EPCOT concerts feature celebrity musicians and local artists. Disney will announce the concert talent at a later date.
Also returning for the 2026 festival are Remy’s Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt and Emile’s Fromage Montage food stroll, both themed to Ratatouille. In the former, guests search for hidden Remy figures throughout World Showcase. In the latter, guests are challenged to eat a certain number of select menu items. Guests are awarded a small prize for their efforts in each respective activity.
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While we wait for more details on the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2026, see our festival guide to start planning your visit.
Calendar of EPCOT Festivals
Though guests will have to wait until August 27 to celebrate the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, another park favorite is happening now, as the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival continues through June 1.
From June 2 through August 26, there will not be any festivals at EPCOT. At the end of the year, guests can expect the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, featuring the popular Candlelight Processional. Toward the start of 2027, visitors can enjoy the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Specific dates for those festivals have not been announced.
Ongoing and Upcoming Disney World Special Events
In addition to EPCOT festivals, Walt Disney World has several other special events planned in the coming months.
Select nights through September 24, Disney After Hours events will take place at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
May 1 – July 31 is V.I.Passholder Summer Days, a season of exclusive perks and discounts for annual passholders.
May 26 – September 8 is Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, when Disney will open new attractions and roll out resort benefits for families with young children.
August 7 – October 31, on select nights, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will take place at Magic Kingdom, this year featuring a new dance party with Stitch, Lilo, and Angel, aka Experiment 624.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights will return toward the end of the year, but specific dates have not yet been announced.
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