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I Hate To Break It To You, But EPCOT Is Going To Look VERY Different Soon

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BIG changes are happening all throughout Disney World. We’re getting new lands, new expansions, new rides, and SO much more. However, EPCOT already had its big transformation, but that doesn’t mean that things in EPCOT aren’t changing soon.

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You see, EPCOT is about to look a LOT different with the end of the EPCOT Festival of the Arts, which runs through February 23rd. After that, everything related to the festival will be removed, and we’ll be in that weird holding pattern that happens before the next festival starts. Let’s discuss.

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Gideon’s Bakehouse Fans! You’re Gonna Want To Visit the EPCOT Festival of the Arts ASAP

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Ever since January 16th rolled around, we’ve been enjoying EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts! The festival is in full swing and will continue through February 23rd. We’ve really enjoyed diving into all the art, snacks, entertainment, events, and more.

2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

Just when we thought the festival couldn’t get any better, an exciting announcement was made about a special surprise arriving at the park, or should we say a special guest! Well, that special guest has now arrived, and we’re spilling all the details.

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4 Weeks When EPCOT Will Be Empty in 2026

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EPCOT is one of the most beloved theme parks at Disney World, but it’s no secret that it can feel overwhelmingly crowded during peak times of the year, and 2026 will be no different.

EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth

With EPCOT hosting four major festivals throughout the year, it draws Disney guests and foodies. Navigating World Showcase can sometimes feel like a slow shuffle rather than a stroll during these festivals. The good news? If you time your visit just right, EPCOT can feel surprisingly calm. If lighter crowds, easier dining reservations, and more room to explore are high on your priority list, here are four weeks in 2026 when EPCOT is typically much quieter and why they’re worth considering.

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Every Single EPCOT Festival of the Arts Souvenir You Can Buy Online

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You don’t have to be at EPCOT to start celebrating Festival of the Arts.

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Disney just released a new batch of Festival of the Arts 2026 merchandise online, and it’s packed with colorful, Figment-filled designs that are already calling your name. If you’re a fan of the festival, or just love bright, playful Disney merch, these new items are absolutely worth a look.

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DFB Video: We Ate EVERYTHING at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts

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The first EPCOT festival of 2026 has begun!

Welcome to the Festival of the Arts!

EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts might be our team’s favorite EPCOT festival of them all and today we’re bringing you the tips, tricks, and absolute must-eat dishes of this year’s fest so that you can have the best day ever at EPCOT.

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How I Pack My Park Bag for EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts

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It’s officially EPCOT Festival of the Arts time in Disney World! We visited the festival on opening day to see, do, and eat everything available at the event. But, of course, it takes time and planning for a full day at the Festival of the Arts to go smoothly, and that starts with packing your park bag.

Swirled Showcase Flight at Festival of the Arts

We checked in on a couple of our reporters covering the first day of the festival to see what they all packed for their long day in EPCOT. When covering EVERYTHING at the festival, you need to come prepared, so here’s what they took with them to try it all in one day.

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CONFIRMED: These 8 EPCOT Festival Snacks Are the BEST Ways to Spend Your Dining Plan Credits

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The EPCOT Festival of the Arts has officially kicked off, and we were there on day one to get you all the food booth reviews, as well as all the details you need about festival activities, entertainment, and more!

Gâteau de Crabe, Bisque de Homard, Crème Citron et Aneth

If you plan on visiting the festival, though, you might want to use Disney Dining Plan snack credits to pay for some of those food booth eats. Well, we’ve put together a list of the best festival snacks to get if you’re using those snack credits that will give you the most value for your buck.

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The Hidden Details You NEED To Look For at the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts has finally kicked off, and we couldn’t be happier. We have snacks in one hand and paint in the other, so you know all is right in the world.

2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

While EPCOT’s festivals are known for their food, and this one is no exception, there’s another reason that this particular event ranks so high on our favorites list. This festival focuses on culinary, performing, and visual arts, but the last one is the thing we think makes it stand out! If you’re not keeping your eyes peeled for some gorgeous hidden details, you’re missing out on one of the best parts of this festival. 

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All The Entertainment You Can Experience at the 2026 EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts

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It’s finally time for one of our favorite EPCOT festivals of the year — the International Festival of the Arts!

2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

While most people think about the food studios and all their offerings at the festival, when it comes to entertainment, this festival often rises above the rest. Here’s a full overview of all the different entertainment you can experience at this year’s festival, so you don’t miss a thing!

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Only REAL EPCOT Fans Know to Look For Festival of the Arts Decor Here!

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Festival of the Arts has begun in EPCOT, and that means there are tons of new treats and snacks to try around the festival booths, so much entertainment to marvel at, and, of course, new decor all around the park.

Festival of the Arts

One of the best photo ops is at the front of the park, but did you know there’s a secret spot to check out decor in World Showcase? It’s tucked away in the Germany Pavilion, and you’ll have to look really closely, but it’s there!

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