ARTISTIC DATES: EPCOT Festival of the Arts Returns for 2026

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will run for 39 days, bringing back fan-favorite concerts, interactive art, and creatively crafted food studios.

Updated: 2025-12-05

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The Big Picture

The Festival of the Arts is EPCOT’s annual celebration blending visual, performing, and culinary disciplines. It is one of the park’s newest and most popular seasonal events, known for its focus on hands-on guest experiences.

The Details

Dates: The festival runs from January 16 through February 23, 2026.
Broadway is Back: The DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series returns to the America Gardens Theatre. New pairs of Broadway stars will perform every two weeks.Note: The full lineup and details on dining packages (for guaranteed seating) will be announced soon.
Food Studios: Over 20 Food Studios will be spread across the park, focusing on visually stunning and artistically plated dishes.
Interactive Fun: Returning activities include:Figment’s Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt.The community Paint-by-Number Mural.Hands-on Animation Academy.
New Addition: The 2026 festival will feature family-friendly activities centered around the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game.

The Bottom Line

The early 2026 festival provides a unique, colorful experience before the heavy spring break crowds arrive. The combination of culinary creativity and free-to-access Broadway performances makes it a highlight of the year.

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