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A Guide to EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026

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EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts returns from 16th January until 23rd February 2026, blending visual arts, Broadway performances, and culinary creativity across 39 days.

Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit.

Disney on Broadway Concert Series

EPCOT Festival of the Arts, Disney on Broadway

Broadway stars return to the America Gardens Theatre with performances from The Lion King, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, and Mary Poppins. Six new performers join the 2026 lineup:

Performance Schedule:

  • Isabelle McCalla and Adam Jacobs (Aladdin): 16, 18, 19, 22, 24, 26, 27 January
  • Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid) and Michael James Scott (Aladdin): 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28, 29 January
  • Anastacia McCleskey and Josh Strickland (Tarzan): 30 January; 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 10 February
  • Mandy Gonzalez (Aida) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King): 31 January; 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 12 February
  • Ainsley Melham (Aladdin) and Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins): 13, 15, 16, 19 February
  • Susan Egan (Beauty and the Beast) and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin): 14, 17, 18, 20, 21 February
  • Ensemble finale: 22, 23 February (Ashley Brown, Ainsley Melham, Susan Egan, James Monroe Iglehart)

Concerts run several times daily with seating included in EPCOT admission on a first-come, first-served basis. Disney on Broadway Dining Packages offer guaranteed priority seating paired with meals at 15 EPCOT restaurants. Bookings open 17th December.

Once Upon A Stage: The Magic of Disney on Broadway

This new exhibit at CommuniCore Hall showcases authentic props, costumes, and behind-the-scenes insights from Disney’s Broadway productions including The Lion King, Aladdin, and Beauty and the Beast. The immersive experience features photo opportunities throughout.

Festival of the Arts Food Studios

EPCOT Festival of the Arts Rose

Over 20 Food Studios return throughout World Showcase, offering culinary creations that blend artistic presentation with flavour. The full menu will be revealed closer to the festival.

Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt

The returning scavenger hunt sends guests searching for Figment hidden inside famous artworks around World Showcase. Purchase maps and stickers at Creations Shop, Disney Traders, or World Traveler, then collect matching stickers as you spot Figment-themed picture frames at each pavilion. Completed maps can be exchanged for a special keepsake at any of the three locations.

Festival of the Arts 2026: What Else is On

EPCOT Festival of Arts mural painting

Returning attractions include:

  • Animation Academy
  • Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural
  • Artful Photo Ops throughout the park
  • Exclusive festival merchandise
  • Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game activities showcasing card artwork

EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts runs from 16th January until 23rd February 2026. See you there!

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