Posted on July 21, 2025
Partying at Disney World is so much better with great food and drinks. And did you know that Disney has been doing it best since 1995? If you're planning to visit Walt Disney World® Resort this year, the EPCOT© International Food and Wine Festival is an unmissable event.
To know what you should expect from this extraordinary food fest, we are sharing with you this guide to the EPCOT© International F&W Festival. If you haven't secured your Disney World tickets yet, do it now and make sure to add EPCOT© to your Disney World itinerary.
Ready to know more about this year's food and wine festival dates and menu? Keep reading.
Every year, EPCOT© in Walt Disney World® hosts the International Food & Wine Festival. It’s a celebration of global food and culture, filled with food booths, live music performances, and top-notch entertainment. Typically, it runs from the end of August to November, letting people taste dishes and drinks from all sorts of countries set up around World Showcase.
The festival began in 1995 and continues to shine as a one-of-a-kind, modified festival that brings food and Disney live entertainment closer to people. Returning in 2025, this beloved event will feature a record number of food booths and global marketplaces at EPCOT©. You don't want to miss this, do you?
NOTE: The 2025 EPCOT© International Food and Wine Festival is included with EPCOT© park entry. Food and beverage items, on the other hand, require separate payment.
Get ready for a tasty journey around the world! From August 28 to November 22, 2025, you'll get to explore the amazing flavors of 6 different continents. This food festival will bring out some of the best cuisines in the world with food and beverage items you've never tasted before.
The food and wine festival booths are waiting for you, starting August 28, so make sure to grab your Disney World tickets for this deliciously unique event.
Well, did you ever expect Disney to pull off a basic event? There's no such thing as basic and boring. From tastefully curated global marketplace food items to lively shows and exclusive merchandise, your festival experience will be nothing short of spectacular.
EPCOT©'s Food and Wine Festival features an impeccable array of food and beverage options masterfully curated by seasoned EPCOT© chefs. Apart from serving world-famous and rare delicacies, the festival will also highlight the importance of sustainable food practices. Guests can immerse themselves in this rich and vibrant multicultural event that binds people together through good food and unforgettable stories.
There will be over 35 global marketplaces throughout EPCOT©, so expect more than your ordinary tasty bites and sparkling wines. The EPCOT© Food and Wine Festival menus are currently being crafted to serve 5-star worthy festival food for everyone. Stay tuned for more updates!
Enjoy awesome music from famous bands, beloved singers, and cool local acts at the Eat to the Beat concerts! Here are some important details you should not miss:
Location: America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT©
Dates: August 28 to November 17, 2025
Showtimes: 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM
For guaranteed seats to this amazing festival entertainment, EPCOT© F&W Festival Concert Series Dining Packages are also available. Most EPCOT© restaurants offer this on select nights. Catch fantastic shows as you wine and dine at EPCOT© park. Check out Disney World updates for more details.
Take a trip around the globe and discover all sorts of tasty cheeses served in unique styles at the EPCOT© International Food & Wine Festival. Grab a bite of the tasty dishes as you wander around the park. Don’t forget to get a stamp at each spot to track how you’re doing.
Once you've got your 5 stamps, don't forget to bring your Festival Passport over to the Shimmering Sips Marketplace. You'll be able to pick up a unique item that's available only at the EPCOT© International Food & Wine Festival.
More details are coming soon, so stick with us and get your EPCOT© park passes now!
These fancy festivals are not just for adults. Children of all ages are invited to embark on a Ratatouille-themed scavenger hunt to locate Remy statuettes, and they'll receive a special festival keepsake as a reward! Here are the mechanics:
Get your scavenger hunt map and stickers at Disney Traders, Creations Shop, festival markets, and some shops, while stocks last.
Find Remy statuettes around World Showcase and Global Marketplaces, and stick a sticker on your map for each one you find.
When you finish your journey, bring your map to Disney Traders, Gateway Gifts, Creations Shop, or World Traveler to receive a special keepsake, even if the scavenger hunt isn't complete!
NOTE: Maps and keepsakes are available while supplies last at Disney gift shops during EPCOT© International Food & Wine Festival.
Join in on a delightful scavenger hunt at EPCOT© where you’ll hunt for cute, hidden pumpkins that feature your favorite Disney characters. Plus, there's a spooky prize up for grabs! Don’t forget, Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is on from September 2, 2025, and it's not around for long!
What's a better way to save your food and wine festival experience than to wear it or take a keepsake home? Reminisce about the taste of EPCOT© International Food and Wine Festival with these wonderful merchandise collections specially designed for the foodie and wine connoisseur in you.
Chef Figment Collection
Chef Mickey Mouse Collection
Chef Remy Collection
Festival Logo Collection
Muppet Labs Collection
All of these will be available at the Creations Shop and Festival Markets at the 2025 EPCOT© Food and Wine Festival. Be sure to grab yours!
Ready to dive into this remarkable culinary adventure? Disney World has packed a lot of surprises for all the food and wine enthusiasts. Don't forget to purchase your tickets in advance for bigger savings and the calmest crowds. More EPCOT© festivals are coming this year, so be sure to follow us to stay in the loop with all the fun and magical events happening at Disney parks.
Make your EPCOT© adventure extra special with this event. Enjoy, FunExplorers!
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