The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is officially set for January 16th through February 23rd, 2026. Since its debut in 2017, this festival has built a strong following, blending visual art, stage talent, food, and interactive experiences across several weeks, turning EPCOT into a creative playground. Between food studios, meeting and purchasing from beloved Disney artists, hands-on art activities, Broadway style performances, and new Lorcana experiences, the event covers a wide range of interests. Here’s all the info we know so far:
What Is Returning in 2026
More Than 20 Food Studios
The Food Studios will be back with more than 20 locations around the park. The menus usually focus on delicious dishes that look artistic. Expect a mix of savory items, desserts, and returning favorites. The Foodie Guide will be released closer to the festival’s start, so more information will come soon.
Disney on Broadway Concert Series
As part of the festival’s live entertainment offerings, you can enjoy Broadway-caliber performances featuring some of the industry’s top talent singing beloved Disney hits from the stage musicals we all know and love. These shows take place at EPCOT’s America Gardens Theatre in the World Showcase, and are included with regular park admission.
2026 Concert Schedule:
- February 22, 23 | Isabelle McCalla (“Aladdin”) and Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”)
- January 16, 18, 19, 22, 24, 26, 27 | Sierra Boggess (“The Little Mermaid”) and Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”)
- January 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28, 29 | Anastacia McCleskey (“Tarzan”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”)
January 30, February 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 10 | Mandy Gonzalez (“Aida”) and Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”)
January 31, February 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 12 | Ainsley Melham (“Aladdin”) Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”)
February 13, 15, 16, 19 | Susan Egan (“Beauty and The Beast”) and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin)
February 14, 17, 18, 20, 21 | Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”), Ainsley Melham (“Aladdin”), Susan Egan (Beauty and The Beast”), James Monroe Iglehart (“Aladdin”)
Dining packages that include guaranteed concert seating are also available – more info here!
Interactive Art Experiences
The paint by number mural known as the Expression Section will return, allowing everyone to help create a massive mural one square at a time.
The Animation Academy will also be back, where you can learn how to draw a Disney character with step by step guidance from an artist. Expect chalk art along the walkways, live art demonstrations, festival themed photo ops, and small hidden surprises throughout World Showcase.
Figment’s Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt will return again for 2026. Guests can pick up a map and search each World Showcase pavilion for Figment hiding inside well known works of art. After completing the map, guests can redeem it for a small prize.
New for 2026: Disney Lorcana Activities
For the first time, Festival of the Arts will include activities tied to the Disney Lorcana trading card game. You can take part in a Collection Quest, trade cards, and participate in a new scavenger hunt called Ink and Find. This hunt will send players searching around EPCOT for large Lorcana cards before claiming an exclusive promo item.
Featured Artists
It’s impossible to miss all of the art on display around the park. This is the perfect time to discover new artists, reconnect with longtime favorites, or bring home a piece you’ve had your eye on.
Many artists debut festival-exclusive pieces, which makes browsing the booths even more exciting. With a wide range of styles, sizes, mediums, and subjects – from the parks, characters, or movies we love, and even some non-Disney features – there’s something for everyone.
From newcomers, such as Rosanna Iarusso (pictured below), to returning favorites like Jerrod Maruyama, Joey Choo, and Ashley Taylor, this year’s festival will feature a lineup of artists and their beautiful artworks. View the full list of artists and their signing schedule within Disney’s Artist Portal.
Merchandise Sneak Peek
Disney just released a sneak peek at the exclusive merchandise to be found at the 2026 Festival of the Arts, featuring one creative little purple dragon mascot, Figment, as well as the iconic Spaceship Earth.
The new collection will feature apparel and accessories, including a Spirit Jersey and Loungefly bag, a new Figment plush, and drinkware in blue and purple tones with splashes of more color.
EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts continues to grow, and 2026 is already shaping up to be a full experience with returning favorites and new offerings! January 16th is approaching quickly, and this festival tends to be one of the most relaxed and creative times to visit EPCOT. Have you planned your visit yet?
