The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival is set to return from August 27 through November 21, 2026, marking its thirty-first year. Admission includes access to the event, though food, drinks, and merchandise require separate purchases. A new interactive exhibit called Cheers to Cheese will open in CommuniCore Hall on September 18, exploring cheese history and culture through engaging displays. Returning attractions include Emile’s Fromage Montage scavenger hunt and Remy’s Hide and Squeek Ratatouille-themed activity for families. The Eat to the Beat concert series features new acts like The War and Treaty, Fitz and the Tantrums, and Lauren Alaina across multiple dates. Three confirmed menu items include Street Corn-style Dumplings, Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer, and Kirschwasser Torte from various Global Marketplaces. New merchandise includes chef-inspired Mickey ears, churro-themed tote bags, and a commemorative wine glass designed to fit inside the festival tray. PhotoPass photographers will offer exclusive Magic Shots including Waiter Mickey alongside returning favorites like Giant Empanada and Leaning Tower of Cheeza. The event continues to operate as a marketplace-focused experience without culinary demonstrations or beverage seminars that previously defined earlier years.
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EPCOT Food Festival Returns with New Cheese Exhibit and Music Lineup
