REMINDER: A Major EPCOT CHANGE Happens Next Week

If you’re visiting EPCOT next week, things are about to look very different.

Festival of the Arts!

In just one week, EPCOT will quietly shift into a whole new vibe as one of its most colorful festivals returns. Even regular visitors may be surprised by how quickly the park transforms, with new sights, flavors, and creative details popping up almost overnight. And we can’t contain our excitement for much longer!

If you’re heading to EPCOT soon, consider this your friendly reminder that the park is about to look a little different!

EPCOT

In just one week, EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will officially kick off, bringing colorful booths, creative details, and a whole new vibe to the park. Even if you’ve visited recently, the start of the festival means you’ll suddenly notice new decor, temporary food studios popping up around World Showcase, and art displays tucked into places that normally feel familiar.

Festival of the Arts (2025)

Festival of the Arts is one of EPCOT’s most visually striking festivals, and it’s always fun to watch the park transform almost overnight. Walkways fill with vibrant murals, and chalk art begins to appear along your walk towards World Showcase, while festival signage starts to hint at everything there is to explore. It’s a subtle but noticeable shift that longtime EPCOT fans flock to see right away.

Nate Baranowski making chalk magic in 2025

Of course, one of the biggest things we’re looking forward to is the food. Festival of the Arts is known for its creative, art-inspired menu items that look almost too good to eat. The festival’s food studios typically feature playful presentations, bold flavors, and unique twists that set them apart from EPCOT’s other festivals, making them a favorite for anyone who’s up for trying something new.

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We’re also excited for the art elements that give this festival its name. From gallery-style displays and artist booths to interactive experiences that let guests participate in the creativity, Festival of the Arts adds an extra layer of discovery to a day at EPCOT. Even just strolling through World Showcase feels more whimsical during this time.

Mrs. Potts and Chip

So if you’re visiting EPCOT next week or shortly after, don’t be surprised if things look a bit brighter, bolder, and more artistic than usual. Festival of the Arts is almost here — and EPCOT is about to get a fresh splash of creativity.

We’ll be covering EVERYTHING there is to see, do, and eat on Festival of the Arts opening day! Be sure you’re following along with us so you don’t miss a second of the fun.

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OF YOUR FESTIVAL DAYS

DFB's guide to the Festival of the Arts details everything you need to know to maximize your time, budget, and stomach space! Know what's worth it and what to skip with our full-photo menus of each booth, complete with DFB's Best of the Fest.

It includes all the must-have information for navigating this colorful festival at Disney World, including:

🍭 Booth & food photos, maps, and crawls with DFB's exclusive recommendations!
🖌 The COMPLETE schedule of events (so you don't have to go hunting for all the dates!)
🎨 All the details on special events, artist meet-n-greets, festival-exclusive merchandise, and more!