Taste the Magic: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Foodie Guide (2026)

Taste the Magic: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Foodie Guide (2026)

January 16 – February 23, 2026 • EPCOT, Walt Disney World Resort

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is back, blending visual, performing, and culinary arts into one unforgettable celebration! From January 16 through February 23, EPCOT invites food lovers and art fans alike to snack, sip, and savor their way through a colorful lineup of creative dishes and drinks that look almost too good to eat — but you’ll want to.

🍽️ What Is the Festival of the Arts?

This annual winter festival transforms EPCOT into an immersive gallery of edible masterpieces and artistic experiences. Throughout the park, Food Studios showcase inventive bites and beverages that are as vibrant as the visual art on display. With a Festival Passport, you can embark on the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine, collecting stamps for select items and redeeming your prize at the end!

🗺️ Food Studio Highlights

Here are some of the must-try dishes and drinks introduced in the 2026 Foodie Guide:

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World Celebration & Opening Bites

🍽️ Soft Shell Crab Slider – Green papaya slaw & mango ketchup on a sweet roll

🍰 Enchanted Rose – Dark chocolate mousse rose (festival favorite)

🍻 Beverages include unique brews and sparkling selections alongside classic favorites.

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Connections Eatery Menu

Comfort meets creativity:

• BBQ Chicken Pizza

• Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

• Classic Mojito with mint foam 🍸

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The Deconstructed Dish

From classic to avant-garde:

• Deconstructed BLT

• 🎨 Deconstructed Key Lime Pie

• Strawberry Mint Julep (non-alcoholic & spirited versions) 🍹

  
  

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Figment’s Inspiration Station

Whimsical, colorful, and perfect for photos:

• 🎨 Popcorn, Popcorn Chicken and Waffles

• Figment Fantasy Cake

• 🎨 Color Scheme Cake

• Figment Artist Bucket with Rainbow Popcorn

• Imagination Lemonade & hard ciders 🍻

🇲🇽 World Showcase Flavors

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El Artista Hambriento (Mexico)

• Chile Relleno Taco

• Tostada de Cangrejo

• Passion Fruit Paleta 🍢🍧

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The Painted Panda (China)

• General Tso’s Chicken Shumai

• Char Siu Pork Bun

• Egg Tart

• Butterfly Blue Cocktail 🍵🍺

  
  

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  Pastoral Palate (Germany)

  
  
  
  

  • Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib

  • Black Forest Cake

  • Frozen Rosé 🍷🍰

  
  
  
  
  
  

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  L’Arte di Mangiare (Italy)

  
  
  
  

  • Mozzarella Fritta

  • Polenta Pasticciata

  • Raspberry Spuma 🍝🍓

  
  
  
  
  
  

  🍦 Extra Fun Stops Around EPCOT

  
  
  
  

  • Refreshment Outpost – Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie 🍪

  • Swirled Showcase – Dole Whips & Candy Trio Flights 🍧

  • Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea – Pop Art Latte ☕

  
  
  
  

  ⭐ Tips for Foodie Fun

  
  
  
  

  ✨ Collect stamps: Use your Festival Passport to complete the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine and earn a souvenir prize!

  
  

  🎨 Share your journey: Many dishes are designed for sharing — get friends or family to split bites so you can try more without getting full early!

  
  

  📸 Picture-perfect plates: Presentation is part of the art — bring a camera! Many foods are colorful and great for social posts.

  

  
  

  🍷 Closing Thoughts

  
  
  
  

  Whether you’re a seasoned EPCOT festival fan or planning your first visit, the 2026 Festival of the Arts serves up one of the most creative culinary lineups of the year. From whimsical desserts to bold savory plates, there’s inspirations for every palate — and plenty of art to admire along the way!