Visitors to EPCOT next month can expect several updates affecting their visit, including new dining locations and adjusted operating hours. The 2026 Food & Wine Festival will see the final four booths open on October 2nd, featuring Coastal Eats, Earth Eats, The Alps, and India. Two specific days in October will have delayed park openings at 10 AM instead of the usual 9 AM or 8:30 AM due to the runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. Additionally, fireworks dining packages at Shiki Sai begin on October 2nd, offering exclusive meals with views of the nightly Luminous show. Extended Evening Hours will be available for deluxe resort guests on three nights in October from 9 PM to 11 PM. These changes aim to enhance the visitor experience while accommodating special events and new attractions like Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana.
Key Points:
- The last four booths of the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival will open on October 2nd and remain available through the end of the festival.
- EPCOT will have delayed openings at 10 AM instead of its usual 9 AM or 8:30 AM on Friday, October 23rd and Sunday, October 25th due to the runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.
- Shiki Sai’s fireworks dining packages begin on October 2nd with an adult price of $149.50 total including tax and gratuity.
- Extended Evening Hours will be available for guests staying at deluxe resorts on Monday, October 5th, 12th, and 19th from 9 PM until 11 PM.