Walt Disney World has officially announced the schedule for the 2027 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, marking a shift from its previous timing. The event will now run from March 10 to May 31, 2027, starting a week later than in recent years due to an extended Festival of the Arts that concludes in early March. This adjustment provides necessary time for decoration changes and preparation between the two seasonal festivals at EPCOT. Visitors can expect over 200,000 bedding plants and more than 60 topiaries featuring Disney characters throughout the park during this spring celebration. The festival will also include the return of popular Outdoor Kitchens with new and returning food options, as well as the Garden Rocks Concert Series with live musical performances. While the event duration is slightly shorter than in 2021-2023, it aligns more closely with historical norms before the post-pandemic expansion. This rebalancing aims to optimize both festival experiences while maintaining high-quality floral displays and culinary offerings for guests.
Key Points:
- The 2027 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival will run from March 10, 2027 through May 31, 2027.
- The festival start was delayed by one week due to the extended 2027 EPCOT Festival of the Arts running until early March.
- Over 200,000 bedding plants will be added to EPCOT gardens for the event, including 60,000 for World Celebration East & West Lakes.
- More than 60 topiaries featuring Disney characters and whimsical items will be installed in the park.
- The Outdoor Kitchens will return in 2027 with both returning favorites and brand-new dishes available.
- The Garden Rocks Concert Series will feature chart-topping artists and Orlando local talent at America Gardens Theatre.
- Admission to see Garden Rocks performers is included with EPCOT park entry, with first-come, first-served seating.
- Dining packages are available for guaranteed seating at select EPCOT restaurants before the shows.
- CommuniCore Hall will likely be used again for a horticulture gallery and possibly housing EPCOT Farmers Feast during the festival.