EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 28, 1996

On this day in 1996, EPCOT officially launched the International Food & Wine Festival. Conceived by George Kalogridis, it began in 1995 as the Walt Disney World Village Wine Festival to boost attendance during the off-season. Festivities ran for 30 days the first year with 25 marketplace booths selling food and drinks for about $1 to $2 each. Several original items, like Canada’s cheddar cheese soup, Poland’s pierogis, and Germany’s apple strudel, have been staples ever since. Today, the Food & Wine Festival spans four months and includes additions like the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. [30 years ago in 2026] Don't miss Daps Magic's official weekly YouTube show Geeks Corner here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAF91C7183BAB676B Visit Daps Magic: https://DapsMagic.com Daps Magic HQ: https://DapsMagic.com/DapsHQ Daps Magic was created by a very special group of Disney Fans who had a dream for a place on the internet where people, young and old, could share their love of Walt Disney and his legacy in a safe and fun atmosphere.