Walt Disney World announces dates and details for 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

Get your palate and paint brush ready! Food, art and entertainment will harmoniously shine when Epcot International Festival of the Arts returns to Walt Disney World in January 2026.

Art you ready? Walt Disney World has announced the return of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts in January 2026, announces dates and details for the popular festival.

There’s no better way to fuel up your creativity and spark a dose of inspiration than by attending the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts!

This festival is the ultimate celebration of art in all its colorful forms. Before the masterpiece is fully revealed, get ready to mark your calendar with this year’s festival dates and explore returning experiences.

2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts Dates

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts made its debut in 2017, making it one of EPCOT’s newest seasonal celebrations.

Known for blending visual, performing, and culinary arts, it has quickly become a guest favorite filled with interactive photo ops, unique food creations, iconic paint-by-numbers murals, and artwork by Disney artists displayed throughout the park, plus the one-of-a-kind DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series.

You can once again let your creativity run wild from January 16 until February 23, 2026.

Experience Disney on Broadway at EPCOT

During the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure pavilion comes alive with unforgettable performances. Musical stars return to EPCOT to perform the iconic songs they helped bring to life on Broadway stages alongside other show-stopping favorites.

Every two weeks, a new pair of performers takes the spotlight, making each visit to the festival a fresh experience. Stay tuned for the full lineup of stars, which will be revealed soon.

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The concerts take place several times daily, providing you with ample opportunities to enjoy your favorite performances.

Admission is included with EPCOT park entry, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. For those seeking guaranteed seating, dining packages will be on sale starting on a later date, allowing guests to enjoy a meal at select EPCOT restaurants before the show.

Food Studios

Each year, the Food Studios at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts showcase culinary creativity at its finest, blending the artistry of flavor with picture-perfect presentation.

For the 2026 edition, guests can look forward to savoring over 20 Food Studios located throughout the park.

Join Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt

Figment is back and hiding inside famous works of art around World Showcase! With its mix of imagination and discovery, this scavenger hunt is a wonderful way for kids to learn about art in a hands-on way while adults have just as much fun searching the pavilions and unlocking a keepsake at the end.

Purchase your map and stickers at Creations Shop, Disney Traders, or World Traveler, then set off on your artistic journey around World Showcase.

Keep an eye out for Figment-themed picture frames tucked into each pavilion’s artwork and add the matching sticker to your map when you spot him. Once you’ve completed your masterpiece, head back to Disney Traders, Creations Shop or World Traveler to pick up a special keepsake!

Whether you’re an art lover, foodie, Broadway fan, or family looking for hands-on fun, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has something to spark everyone’s imagination.

Get ready for creative favorites like Animation Academy, the Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural, Artful Photo Ops, exclusive festival merchandise, and so much more.

Additionally, the magic of collecting the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game will be coming to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with exciting activities designed for the whole family showcasing the beautiful artwork on each card. And this is just a taste of what’s to come!

We can't wait for 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts.

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