2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts: Dates and Offerings Revealed

Get ready to paint the new year with color and imagination at the 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts presented by Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game.

This fan-favorite festival will transform EPCOT into a living gallery where visual, culinary, and performing arts take center stage. As we put the finishing touches on this year’s celebration, mark your calendars and take a look at some beloved experiences returning in 2027.

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts made its debut in 2017, making it one of EPCOT’s newest seasonal celebrations. Known for the blending of visual, performing, and culinary arts, it has quickly become a must-visit festival filled with interactive photo ops, unique food creations, iconic paint-by-numbers murals, and artwork by Disney artist displayed throughout the park.

You’ll also be able to experience the one-of-a-kind DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series. This year, you can once again let your creativity run wild from January 15 until March 1.

Calling all Illumineers! Disney Lorcana TCG returns to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts in 2027 with exclusive festival offerings, including promo items and gifts with purchase available only at the event. You can also enjoy the return of fan-favorite experiences like the Ink & Find Scavenger Hunt, the Collection Quest, and the Illumineer’s Lounge, making this year’s festival a must-visit for Disney Lorcana fans.

During the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series, the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure pavilion comes alive with unforgettable performances. Throughout the festival, musical stars come to EPCOT to perform the iconic songs they helped bring to life on Broadway stages. Every two weeks, a new pair of performers takes the spotlight to perform showstopping favorites, making each visit to the festival a fresh experience.

This year, the series kicks off on January 15 with Broadway’s longest-running Genie, Michael James Scott, joined by Festival newcomer Marisha Wallace.

Other performance pairings include Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland, Adam Pascal & Sherie Rene Scott, Sierra Boggess & Norm Lewis, Kara Lindsay & Mason Reeves, and Caissie Levy & Ryan McCartan. Get the complete schedule of Disney on Broadway Concert Series performers to start planning your visit.

You will have three opportunities to enjoy your favorite performers each night (5:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 7:45 p.m.). Admission is included with EPCOT park entry, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. For guaranteed seating, dining packages will be on sale December 3, so you can enjoy a meal at select EPCOT restaurants before the show. You can find more information on dining packages here.

Each year, the Food Studios at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts showcase culinary creativity at its finest, blending the artistry of flavor with picture-perfect presentation.

For the 2027 edition, look forward to savoring 19 Food Studios located throughout the park.

Every year at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, you can experience artistry in action. See magic being created at the Chalk Art Galleries, watch in awe as artists paint Disney Characters in mere minutes and hear harmonious sounds around the park from talented musicians.

There are so many talented artists making their way to the festival in 2027, so make sure to check out DisneyWorld.com for visiting artists’ names, dates, locations, and more.

For art lovers, foodies, Broadway fans, or families looking for hands-on fun, the EPCOT Festival of the Arts has something to spark everyone’s imagination.

Get ready for creative favorites like Animation Academy, the Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural, Artful Photo Ops, exclusive festival merchandise, and so much more.

And while you’re planning your visit to Walt Disney World for the festival, don’t forget to check out DisneyWorld.com/Spring for more on all the magic happening this spring.