Disney welcomes food lovers back to EPCOT for 2025 festival
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The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival returns this year with a new round of flavors, entertainment and creative culinary experiences. Running from August 28 through November 22, 2025, the event stretches across 90 days, offering guests the opportunity to sample dishes from more than 35 Global Marketplaces throughout the World Showcase.
Global flavors return with new options
This year’s lineup includes familiar booths like Greece and Brazil, as well as newer additions such as Milled and Mulled. Menus feature a mix of returning fan favorites and new, globally inspired dishes that reflect a growing emphasis on plant-based options and allergen-friendly meals. Festival staples like The Fry Basket are also expected to draw crowds once again with crispy, indulgent snacks served in shareable portions.
Entertainment elevates the experience
The Eat to the Beat concert series brings added energy to the festival atmosphere, with live performances scheduled throughout the season. Guests can take a break between tastings to catch artists spanning a variety of genres, all included with standard park admission.
Attractions also adapt to the festival spirit. Living with the Land will once again showcase seasonal displays highlighting key ingredients featured across booths, giving guests a behind-the-scenes look at sustainable growing methods and global agriculture. It’s a reminder that the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival is not just about indulgence, but about storytelling through food.
Tips and tools for smoother visits
To help navigate the experience, guests can pick up a Festival Passport, which tracks dishes sampled and booths visited. Many guests choose to plan their visit in advance, prioritizing popular booths early in the day and aiming for weekday attendance to avoid peak crowds. A digital map and menu listings through the My Disney Experience app make it easier to keep track of what’s on offer and where to find it.
Merchandise and mementos
Festival merchandise, another key part of the experience, includes themed collections like Chef Mickey, Figment, and a playful Muppet Labs line that has become a guest favorite. Items range from apparel and pins to kitchenware and reusable utensils, offering a way to take home a piece of the experience.
The 2025 event adds fresh detail to a familiar format, balancing new features with what regular visitors expect from the festival.
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Disney Parks Blog