EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2026: Dates, Returning Eats and Festival Fun

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival returns August 27 through November 21, 2026, for one of its longest runs yet. Disney has confirmed three returning global marketplace dishes, the return of Emile's Fromage Montage and Remy's Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt, plus the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the America Gardens Theatre.

EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2026: Dates, Returning Eats and Festival Fun

Foodies, mark your calendars: the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival returns to Walt Disney World from August 27 to November 21, 2026. Disney has served up an early look at the dates and the returning activities, marketplace bites and live music that make this one of the most anticipated events on the EPCOT calendar.

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2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Dates

Get ready to sip and stroll: the festival transforms EPCOT into a global tasting tour where mouthwatering marketplaces meet live performances and interactive activities. A fan favorite since 1996, every edition mixes new surprises with returning classics. This year's run from August 27 to November 21 lands at the perfect time — as summer winds down and fall festivities begin creeping into Walt Disney World.

A First Taste: Three Returning Global Marketplace Dishes

EPCOT is already known for its diverse food-and-drink lineup, and the festival only multiplies the delicious options around the park. While chefs are still finalizing the full 2026 menus and marketplace list, Disney has confirmed three returning dishes to whet appetites:

Street Corn-style Chicken Dumplings with tomatillo salsa verde, street corn salad, Cotija, lime crema and cilantro from the Gyozas of the Galaxy marketplace

Street Corn-style Dumplings — Gyozas of the Galaxy

Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer with sweet-and-sour vegetables and coconut-chili sauce from the Australia marketplace

Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer — Australia

Kirschwasser Torte with cherry-brandy buttercream, fondant, sugared almonds and cherry compote from The Alps marketplace

Kirschwasser Torte — The Alps

The trio spans the menu from savory to sweet: Street Corn-style Dumplings (chicken dumplings with tomatillo salsa verde, street corn salad, Cotija, lime crema and cilantro) from Gyozas of the Galaxy; a Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer with sweet-and-sour vegetables and coconut-chili sauce from Australia; and a Kirschwasser Torte with cherry-brandy buttercream, fondant, sugared almonds and cherry compote from The Alps. Some marketplaces will open in phases, so guests should watch for the official Foodie Guide with full menus and opening dates.

Emile's Fromage Montage cheese-themed food stroll at the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
Emile's Fromage Montage returns for cheese lovers in 2026. (Disney)

Embark on Emile's Fromage Montage

Cheese lovers, rejoice: Emile's Fromage Montage is officially returning to the festival. The popular food stroll spotlights cheese-inspired dishes at select global marketplaces throughout EPCOT. Guests collect a stamp in their festival passport for each eligible dish they try, then earn a festival treat once they complete the cheesy mission.

Remy's Ratatouille Hide and Squeak scavenger hunt signage at EPCOT World Showcase
Remy returns to World Showcase for the Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt. (Disney)

Join Remy's Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt

Inspired by Disney and Pixar's Ratatouille, Remy's Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt invites guests of all ages to follow the culinary-loving little chef as he hides throughout World Showcase. It's ideal for families, offering a playful way to explore the pavilions while hunting for Remy and the ingredients he's collecting. Purchase a themed map and stickers to track your progress — spot Remy in every location and a special keepsake awaits.

Eat to the Beat Concert Series stage at the America Gardens Theatre during the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival
The Eat to the Beat Concert Series returns to the America Gardens Theatre. (Disney)

Tune In to the Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Live music takes center stage with the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure Pavilion. The series pairs flavorful fun with a curated mix of artists, and multiple shows are typically scheduled each day so guests can catch a set no matter how packed their itinerary is.

Concerts are included with EPCOT theme park admission, with seating offered first-come, first-served. Disney says it will share details on concert-series dining packages — a great way to enjoy a meal and lock in a guaranteed seat — closer to the festival. The full artist lineup will be announced at a later date.

Spaceship Earth glowing at night at EPCOT during the International Food and Wine Festival
EPCOT after dark during festival season. (Disney)

Beyond the Bites: More to Do at EPCOT

Between all the snacking and sipping, EPCOT serves up plenty more. Guests can blast off on a galactic adventure aboard Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, meet characters from beloved Disney stories, shop for festival merchandise and souvenirs, and join the spirited sing-along ¡Celebración Encanto! at CommuniCore Plaza.

Guests enjoying the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival global marketplaces
The festival adds dozens of global marketplaces across the park. (Disney)

What This Means for Festival Fans

With dates locked in from August 27 to November 21, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival gives guests nearly three months to eat their way around the world. More marketplaces, menus and the full Eat to the Beat lineup are still to come, so keep an eye out for the official Foodie Guide as opening day approaches. And since Disney is already calling it "halfway to Halloween," fans can expect a spellbinding selection of tricks and treats once spooky season creeps in. Hungry for more? This festival is shaping up to be a must-do for the 2026 fall season.