Disney by Mark and BlogMickey.com reported on 2026-08-05 that the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival runs from August 27 through November 21, 2026. Check Disney's festival page for your dates before you go.
Do all the marketplaces open on the first day?
No. The Disney Food Blog reported on 2026-09-06 that some EPCOT Food and Wine Festival booths are scheduled to open later during the festival, so not all dishes are available right away. Check the current booth list before your visit.
What should we pick up first?
MickeyBlog.com reported on 2026-08-27 that every attendee should pick up a free Festival Passport, found at locations like food booths, and that it contains menus, entertainment schedules and activity guides.
How do Eat to the Beat dining packages work?
TouringPlans.com Blog reported on 2026-08-06 that 15 EPCOT locations take part in the 2026 Eat to the Beat Dining Packages, which combine a meal with guaranteed seating for an Eat to the Beat concert on the same day. Disney Tourist Blog reported on 2026-08-06 that the meal is at a select EPCOT restaurant before the show.
What else is new at EPCOT this year?
Inside the Magic reported on 2026-08-11 that Soarin' Across America debuted at Walt Disney World on May 26, 2026, as a limited-time experience.
Check the booth list and your festival dates before you go, and pick your dates with our Walt Disney World crowd calendar.