The 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is coming, and if you've loved this event in past years, there's plenty to look forward to. The festival runs from January 15 through March 1, 2027, and it's bringing back the things that make it special: interactive art installations, live performances, and a seriously impressive lineup of food offerings.
What's Returning
If you've been to the festival before, you'll recognize some favorites. The Disney on Broadway Concert Series is back at the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure pavilion. This means Broadway performers will be coming to EPCOT to sing iconic songs, with a fresh pair of artists every two weeks. You'll get multiple shows each evening, and admission is included with park entry (though dining packages with guaranteed seating will be available for purchase).
You can also expect to see the chalk art galleries where artists paint Disney characters live, interactive photo ops throughout the park, and the Expression Section, which is basically a giant paint-by-numbers mural where you can add your own brushstrokes.
Food and Disney Lorcana
The festival will feature over 20 food studios scattered across EPCOT, showcasing culinary creativity and presentation. It's become one of the bigger draws, so if you're a foodie, you'll want to budget time for this.
For fans of the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game, the festival is bringing back exclusive offerings including promo items and the Ink & Find Scavenger Hunt, plus the Collection Quest and Illumineer's Lounge experiences.
What's Still to Come
Disney hasn't announced the full Broadway performer lineup yet, so keep an eye on Disney World's website for names and dates. Same goes for the visiting artists who'll be at the festival. Animation Academy will also be back, along with exclusive festival merchandise.
If you're planning a trip during this window, you've got nearly six weeks to work with. It's a solid amount of time to catch multiple concert performances and explore everything the festival has to offer.
