BAY LAKE, Fla. – The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns Jan. 16 through Feb. 23, blending visual, performing, and culinary arts into a guest-favorite celebration.
The festival will feature interactive photo opportunities, unique food creations, iconic paint-by-numbers murals, and artwork by Disney artists displayed throughout the park.
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A standout addition for 2026 is the debut of the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game. According to the Disney Parks Blog, the festival will offer family-friendly activities centered around this new collectible, showcasing the beautiful artwork on each card.
Other family activities include Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt, searching for Figment hidden in famous artworks around World Showcase. Completing the hunt earns a special keepsake, making it a fun, interactive way to explore art.
Additional favorites returning include the Animation Academy, the Expression Section paint-by-number mural, artful photo ops, and exclusive festival merchandise.
Show-stopping numbers
The Disney on Broadway Concert Series will once again light up the America Gardens Theatre at the American Adventure pavilion.
Every two weeks, a new pair of Broadway stars will perform iconic Disney songs several times daily. Admission is included with park entry, and dining packages guaranteeing seating will be available later.
Show schedule:
- Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and Isabelle McCalla (Aladdin): Jan 16, 18, 19, 22, 24, 26, 27
- Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid) and Jelani Remy (The Lion King): Jan. 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28, 29
- Anastacia McCleskey (Tarzan) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan): Jan. 30
- Mandy Gonzalez (Aida) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King): Jan. 31
- Anastacia McCleskey (Tarzan) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan): Feb. 1,2,5,7,9, 10
- Mandy Gonzalez (Aida) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King): Feb. 3,4,6,8,11,12
- Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins) and Ainsley Melham (Aladdin): Feb. 13, 15,16, 19
- Susan Egan (Beauty and the Beast) and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin): Feb. 14, 17, 18, 20 and 21
Edible masterpieces
The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts invites guests to experience a feast for the eyes and palate.
Food lovers can indulge at over 20 food studios scattered throughout EPCOT.
Notable items include:
- Soft shell crab slider with green papaya slaw and mango ketchup on a sweet roll: World Celebration
- Nashville hot chicken sandwich with roasted garlic aioli, and southern slaw: Connections Eatery
- Deconstructed key lime pie with toasted meringue graham cracker crumbs with waffle cone triangles: The Deconstructed Dish
- Popcorn, popcorn chicken and waffles with rainbow popcorn, popcorn chicken, mini mozzarella, and maple syrup: The Odyssey
- Peppercorn-crusted Striploin with grilled asparagus, potatoes au gratin, and au poivre butter: The Artist’s Table Menu
- Croque monsieur-inspired grilled cheese with black forest ham, gruyère, and béchamel sauce served with tomato soup: Pop Eats Menu
- Artist palette jumbo chocolate chip cookie: Refreshment Outpost