Enjoy Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival this year with a day of sampling culinary treats from around the world. Walk Epcot’s World Showcase and sample tasty treats and beverages from the festival kiosks. A popular annual festival, see what’s new at Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival for 2025.
This year’s International Food and Wine Festival runs from Thursday, August 27 to Saturday, November 21, 2026.
How to Spend a Day at Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival
Since the festival doesn’t officially open until 11 a.m., take in some rides first. Then head over to the World Showcase to start sampling.
In addition to the regular countries in World Showcase, Epcot International Food and Wine Festival includes pop-up kiosks with additional countries. Sample additional flavors at the pop-up booths sprinkled throughout the World Showcase. There are vegetarian and vegan options too.
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Head to CommuniCore Hall and Plaza
Start your day at CommuniCore Hall and Plaza. This area offers information, an International Food and Wine Festival passport, and a map.
The International Food and Wine Festival passport is your go-to guide for information, like the regional-inspired offerings from each country. The pocket-sized passport includes stickers to mark off your culinary adventures.
You can also find book signings, bottle signings and official International Food and Wine Festival merchandise at CommuniCore Hall and Plaza. Demonstrations and live entertainment happen throughout the day, so check out the schedule.
It is located to the left as you enter Epcot’s World Showcase. This is a dedicated space for Mickey and Minnie as well.
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What to Sample at Epcot Food and Wine Festival
I always like to sample the new foods and beverages available at the International Food and Wine Festival. Each year, the Disney chefs create new dishes for festivalgoers. Here’s a sampling of what’s new for 2025.
The Alps–Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese and Alpine Ham
Australia–Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer
Canada–Sample the famous Le Cellier Wild Mushroom Beef Filet Mignon with Mushrooms and Mashed Potatoes
Earth Eats–Lemon-Almond-Olive Oil Cake. Opening October 2
France–Trio d’Escargots, Garniture à l’ail et au persil
Hawaii–Slow-Roasted Pork Slider with Sweet-and-Sour Dole Pineapple Chutney
India–Chicken Tikka Masala with Fennel-spiced Yogurt and Naan Bread
China–Smoked Duck Bao Bun with Pickled Cucumber, Scallion, and Hoisin Sauce
Mexico–Tostada de Pork Osso Buco atop a Fried Corn Tortilla with Chipotle Black Beans, Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco, and Chives
Dessert Lover’s
Belgium–Belgium Waffles with Cookie Butter and Whipped Cream topped with Speculoos Cookie Pieces.
Germany— Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce.
Italy–Almond Panna Cotta
Funnel Cake–Funnel Cake with Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream, Whipped Cream, Dark Chocolate Sauce, Cinnamon Streusel, and Powdered Sugar
Sample the Drinks
Swirled Showcase–Liquid Nitrogen Almond Truffle Mousse with Whiskey-Caramel Sauce
Marketplace– Cannoli Milkshake is topped with Chocolate Shavings, Cannoli Shell, and a Maraschino Cherry (non-alcoholic)
Emile’s Fromage Montage
For the cheese lovers, there’s a special treat. Pick up your Festival passport and spot the Emile’s Fromage Montage menu items.
Then sample five as you tour Epcot’s World Showcase. Remember to get a stamp, then head to the Shimmering Sips marketplace for a special treat when you’re done.
Germany–Schinkennudeln: Pasta Gratin with Ham, Onions, and Cheese from the Germany marketplace
Brasil— Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread from the Brazil marketplace
Greece–Griddled Cheese with Pistachios and Honey from the Greece marketplace
Cheesecake lovers will have several to choose. The Pineapple Cheesecake features Passion Fruit Curd and macadamia nuts from the Hawai’i marketplace.
Special Entertainment for International Food and Wine Festival
Don’t forget the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the American Gardens Theatre with a different act every few days. Each is held at America Gardens Theatre at 5:30, 6:45 and 8:00 p.m.
Dedicated seats are available with the Dining Package. Dates: Nightly from August 27 to November 16, 2026.
September 28 and 29: New Glory Found
September 30 and October 1: Smash Mouth
October 2 to 4: Rey Ruiz
October 7 and 8: Tiffany
October 9 to 11: Viva Latina
October 12 and 13: The Fray
October 14 and 15: Starship featuring Mickey Thomas
October 16 to 18: Jaclyn Hayden
October 19 and 20: Ben Rector
October 21 and 22: Allen Stone
October 23 to 25: SoundUP
October 26 and 27: Lauren Alaina
October 28 and 29: Bowling for Soup
October 30 and 31 and November 1: Southbound
November 2 and 3: Boyz II Men
November 4 and 5: Big Head Todd and The Monsters
November 6 to 8: M-80s
November 9 and 10-Grace Potter
November 11 and 12-Beach Boys
November 13 to 16-The Hooligans
Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival for Kids?
The World Showcase offers special activities for kids during the International Food and Wine Festival 2025.
Kidcot Fun Stops—Find different stations in 11 World Showcase countries to create arts and crafts.
Remy’s Ratatouille Hide-and-Squeak Scavenger Hunt–Just for the International Food and Wine Festival, kids can play with everyone’s favorite rat. After purchasing a map with stickers from the official festival merchandise location, kids search for Remy hidden across the World Showcase and turn in the booklet for a special treat when they’re done.
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit–Kids can look for pumpkins throughout the World Showcase.
Know Before You Go:
The International Food and Wine Festival is free with a one-day park admission, though it doesn’t include any food or wine.
Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival is popular, expect large crowds over the weekends.
Remember to pack the water bottle to stay hydrated, sunscreen, a hat, comfy shoes, a mister and face wipes in your backpack.
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