A new year brings the return of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts running January 13th – February 20th. In true Disney fashion, this festival is more than simple paint and canvases. You can expect delicious one of a kind food, entertainment and some hands on experiences.
EPCOT is known for delectable foods through the year and the International Festival of the Arts is no different. In addition to the outstanding fine dining and quick services restaurants, food stands will dot along EPCOT’s walkways with unique food options with artistic flare. If you’re looking for a slight challenge, you can participate in Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine. Collect your stamps on the Festival Passport by sampling all of the colors of the rainbow! Each color will be represented at specially marked food stands and menu items. Once you complete at least 5 of the 7 colors you can bring your stamped Festival Passport bring to Deco Delights Food Studio to receive a complimentary Artist Palette Cookie. Don’t worry if your eyes are bigger than your stomach. The Festival Passport doesn’t have to be completed in a single day but can be returned anytime before the festival ends. Note: Samples are not complimentary.
Walking around snacking all day sounds like an amazing time but what if you could catch Broadway caliber entertainment at the same time? You can at this festival. Each night over at the America Gardens Theatre you can watch multiple performances of catchy songs from Disney on Broadway. Performers include:
- Kara Lindsay (Newsies) and Kevin Massey (Tarzan)
- Arielle Jacobs (Aladdin) and Adam Jacobs (Aladdin)
- Patti Murin (Frozen) and Robert Creighton (Frozen)
- Mandy Gonzalez (Aida) and L. Steven Taylor (The Lion King)
- Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins) and Michael James Scott (Aladdin)
- Kissy Simmons (The Lion King) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan)
If you want to guarantee a seat at the concert, you can opt to purchase a Concert Series Dining Package for lunch or dinner at one of the participating restaurants. Advanced reservations highly suggested!
| Restaurant | Adult (10 and up) | Child (3 to 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Akershus Royal Banquet (Character Meal) | $74.00 | $48.00 |
| Biergarten Restaurant | $60.00 | $34.00 |
| Cora Reef Restaurant | $69.00 | $27.00 |
| Garden Grill Restaurant (Character Meal) | $66.00 | $43.00 |
| Le Cellier Steakhouse | $95.00 | $36.00 |
| Regal Eagle Smokehouse | $35.00 | |
| Rose and Crown Dining Room | $59.00 | $25.00 |
| Spice Road Table | $47.00 | $20.00 |
Additional entertainment includes musical performances, aerobics stunts and talented artists creating works of art right in front of your eyes. Hands on experiences include a paint by numbers that’s slowly completed by guests through the festival as well as the ability to learn how to draw a Disney Character led by a Disney animator. Be on the lookout for Chalk Art Galleries with a space for kids to create their own masterpieces. If you’re in the mood for a scavenger hunt you can purchase Figment’s Brush with the Masters for $9.99. Search throughout the World Showcase for Figment placing stamps each time you find him. Be on the lookout for fun photo opportunities too!
Can’t make it to EPCOT International Festival of the Arts? Don’t worry, festivals popup seasonally.
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