One of the most delicious festivals at Walt Disney World is the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. Today, Disney shared the dates and details for the 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. This celebration of cuisines from around the world will begin this year on August 27th and continue through November 21st. This continues a tradition that began in 1996 and continues to be a fan favorite.

While there are still a few months between now and the start of the 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, some details are being released to help build anticipation. Take a look below at the details that were shared by Disney for this festival.

2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Global Marketplaces

EPCOT is already known for its diverse array of food and drink selections, and the festival only adds to the number of delectable offerings you can discover around the park.

While our chefs are still cooking up the final menus and list of marketplaces for 2026, we have a scrumptious sneak peek for you today. Here are three items that will be returning this year!

• Street Corn-style Dumplings: Chicken Dumplings with Tomatillo Salsa Verde, Street Corn Salad, Cotija, Lime Crema, and Cilantro (Gyozas of the Galaxy)
• Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer with Sweet-and-Sour Vegetables and Coconut-Chilie Sauce (Australia)
• Kirschwasser Torte with Cherry-Brandy Buttercream, Fondant, Sugared Almonds, and Cherry Compote (The Alps)

Throughout the festival, some Global Marketplaces will have a phased opening. Keep your eyes peeled for the Foodie Guide for the full menus and opening dates for each marketplace. We can’t wait to see what tantalizing treats are in store this year!

Embark on Emile’s Fromage Montage

Calling fans of all things cheesy: we are happy to confirm that Emile’s Fromage Montage is once again returning to the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.

This popular food stroll highlights cheese inspired dishes available at select Global Marketplaces throughout EPCOT, where you can collect stamps in your festival passport for each eligible dish you try and earn a festival treat when you complete the mission.

To get you even more excited, check out the journey my teammates Rain and Laura went on last year as they snacked their way through sweet and savory cheese options.

Join Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt

Remy is back and ready to explore EPCOT once again during the Food & Wine Festival. Inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak scavenger hunt encourages guests of all ages to follow along with the culinary‑loving character as he hides throughout World Showcase.

This interactive hunt is ideal for families and offers a fun way to discover different pavilions while keeping an eye out for Remy and the ingredients he is collecting. Purchase a themed map and stickers to track your progress, and if you’re able to spot Remy in every location, a special keepsake awaits.

Tune In to the Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Live music takes center stage each year at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, with the return of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure Pavilion.

This popular performance series brings together flavorful fun and tasty tunes, with a dynamic lineup highlighting a curated mix of music for all to appreciate. Multiple shows are usually scheduled each day, so you can find a way to feel the beat no matter how jam-packed your park day itinerary is.

Concerts are included with EPCOT theme park admission, and seating is available on a first‑come, first‑served basis. We’ll also be sharing information about concert series dining packages closer to the festival, which provide a great way to indulge in a meal before the show and have a guaranteed seat when the music begins.

The full lineup of artists will be announced at a later date, so keep an ear out!

Enjoy Endless Fun at EPCOT

In between the snacking and sipping (and snapping some photos of it all for social media, of course), there’s lots more to do at EPCOT!

Savor the possibilities and go on a galactic journey with the Guardians, greet characters from your favorite Disney stories, shop for merchandise or souvenirs to commemorate your day, and join in on a spirited sing-along with ¡Celebración Encanto! at CommuniCore Plaza.

Join us For EPCOT Food & Wine 2026

Hungry for more? With the fall festival season at Walt Disney World Resort just around the corner, there’s plenty to look forward to at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Dates are on the calendar, and we’ll have more details to reveal as we get closer, so keep checking back here on Disney Parks Blog for the latest festival updates and Disney Eats news.

And as we are officially halfway to Halloween, we can certainly say that spooky season will bring a spellbinding selection of tricks and treats.

Daps Magic will be monitoring and sharing all the future news regarding the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. Be sure to follow along to not miss any of the fun! What are you most looking forward to with this year’s Food & Wine Festival? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!