The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will be starting soon. This year, the festival will run for 90 days. It starts on August 28 and continues to November 22, 2025. Ahead of the start of this festival, Disney shared a look at some of the offerings that can be experienced during its run. This includes a sneak peek at some of the foods, some activities, and the performers for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series.
2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Marketplaces
This year, there will be over 35 Global Marketplaces found throughout EPCOT. These will offer delicious bites, including kid-friendly and plant-based options. The full food guide will be released at a later date.
Milled & Mulled: Fall Fruit Cheesecake featuring Boursin® Fig & Balsamic Cheese with Pomegranates and Candied Pecans
Emile’s Fromage Montage
Emile’s Fromage Montage is a fun way to nibble through the festival with some delicious cheeses. Guests can sample a selection of delicious cheese dishes from various Festival Marketplaces throughout EPCOT. Along the way, they will collect the cheesy stamps in their festival passports and then collect a complimentary delicious treat. Disney shared a sneak peek at what this mission will look like this year:
- Milled & Mulled: Fall Fruit Cheesecake featuring Boursin® Fig & Balsamic Cheese with Pomegranates and Candied Pecans
- Brazil: Pão de Queijo: Brazilian Cheese Bread
- Greece: Griddled Cheese with Pistachios and Honey
More details will be released later about this and other delicious dishes.
Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt
Guests can also enjoy going on a quest with Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt. This is inspired by Disney Pixar’s Ratatouille. Remy’s Hide and Squeak hunt gives guests the chance to join Remy as he “hides” throughout World Showcase.
This is a fun scavenger hunt that is perfect for the littles who are learning about different foods. It is also fun for adults who can enjoy the challenge of finding Remy and then earning the hunt prize.
To participate, guests can purchase a map and stickers at the park to keep track of discoveries. Throughout World Showcase, guests will search for Remy in his hiding spots. Once the scavenger hunt is completed, there is a special prize available (while supplies last).
Eat to the Beat Concert Series
The Eat to the Beat Concert Series returns with the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival this year. This includes acts like Joey Fatone & Friends, KT Tunstall, Jordin Sparks, or even The Beach Boys. More information about this year’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series can be found here. Below is the full lineup.
2025 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Lineup
- Aug. 29–30 – Joey Fatone & Friends
- Aug. 31–Sept. 1 – MercyMe
- Sept. 5–6 – KT Tunstall (NEW)
- Sept. 7–8 – TobyMac
- Sept. 12–14 – STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas
- Sept. 15 – Bacilos
- Sept. 19–20 – Shelia E.
- Sept. 21–22 – Ben Rector (NEW)
- Sept. 26–27 – Tiffany
- Sept. 28–29 – Jesse & Joy
- Oct. 3–4 – Baha Men
- Oct. 5–6 – TBD
- Oct. 10–11 – The Wanted 2.0 (NEW)
- Oct. 12–13 – The Fray
- Oct. 17–20 – Hanson
- Oct. 24–25 – Hoobastank
- Oct. 26–27 – Smash Mouth
- Oct. 31–Nov. 1 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
- Nov. 2–3 – Boyz II Men
- Nov. 7–8 – David Archuleta
- Nov. 9–10 – Jordin Sparks (NEW)
- Nov. 14–15 – Bowling For Soup (NEW)
- Nov. 16–17 – The Beach Boys (NEW)
Living with the Land Food & Wine Displays
The Living with the Land boat ride is a great way to get an inside look at innovative agriculture techniques and learn about sustainable food practices.
During the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, there will be seasonal themed displays that showcase ingredients along the journey and offer a deeper understanding of EPCOT’s focus on global cuisine and sustainability.
Visiting Walt Disney World Resort During EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
For those who want to visit Walt Disney World Resort during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, there are some other fun things to enjoy. On the day of check-in at a Disney Resort hotel, admission to a Disney Water Park is included. There are also some deals to be found on tickets, rooms, and even vacation packages. They can be found at: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/.
What do you think of this year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? What are you most looking forward to this year? What will you be experiencing? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
