Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 2025: August 28 through November 22

Epcot hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year, with the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival being one of its most popular events. Starting on August 28 and concluding on November 22, this year’s festival offers a wide range of delectable cuisine and enticing beverages. With an extensive selection of food and beverage booths, it caters to the discerning palates of those seeking unique and delicious dishes. (This festival is a Disney foodie’s dream!) Besides dining, attendees can participate in scavenger hunts, enjoy live music at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, take part in the Wine and Dine Half Marathon, and explore exclusive festival merchandise.

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Planning a Disney World vacation in 2025? Be sure to check out our guide to all that the Walt Disney World Resort has to offer this year! (Our guide for visiting Disney World in 2026 is now available as well!)

*Dates and festivities have yet to be announced for 2026. We will keep you posted as details are shared by Disney!

In This Post

What You Need to Know About All Epcot Festivals

Tips and Tricks

Basic Festival Overview

2025 Food & Wine Festival Menu

Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Eat to the Beat Dining Packages

Additional Food & Wine Festivities

What You Need to Know About All Epcot Festivals

All Epcot Festivals feature food and beverage booths throughout the park. You will find temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent booths throughout Epcot that feature exclusive menu items for each festival. Menus are released shortly before each festival and typically offer unique food and drink options that aren’t available at any other time of the year.

Typically, there is a feature show at America Gardens Theatre for each of the festivals, and each show typically has an associated dining package that guarantees admission. (But due to popularity, arriving early may still be your best bet at getting a good seat!)

Every festival offers unique entertainment, activities, and even merchandise throughout the park. Some activities are free, while others do require an additional fee. One activity to take note of is a paid scavenger hunt. Maps can be purchased (usually for less than $10), and guests then search the park for items. Your completed map can be exchanged for a small treat or item.

Tips and Tricks

Epcot festivals are quite popular with the locals, which means that evenings and weekends will be busy. If you want to avoid the crowds, plan to visit Epcot during the week and make the most of your daytime hours. You may also want to avoid the first and last weekends of the event as these tend to be more crowded.

Also, keep in mind that some guests may engage in a bit more alcohol consumption, especially during the Food & Wine Festival, as many of the booths offer unique drinks and wine tastings. For some, this may not be a big deal, but for families traveling with younger children, it may be something you want to consider.

Basic Festival Overview

Dates for 2025: August 28 – November 22
Menu for 2025

Undoubtedly one of the most popular festivals, this event typically features over 25 food and beverage booths (compared to under 20 for the other festivals). And as we stated earlier, be prepared for local crowds, as many come to “eat and drink their way around the world.”

2025 Food & Wine Festival Menu

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is serving up everything from bold comfort food to global favorites this year. In World Celebration and World Discovery, you’ll find wings in every flavor imaginable at Brew-Wing Lab, crave-worthy dumplings and fry flights, rich short ribs, crab cakes, and even a French onion burger. There’s no shortage of creative sips either—think pickle milkshakes, passion fruit slushes, hard cider flights, and specialty cocktails.

Around World Showcase, the flavors truly travel the globe. Snack on lamb chops in Australia, tacos and margaritas in Mexico, noodles and bao in China and Japan, samosas in India, raclette in the Alps, bratwurst in Germany, pintxos and paella in Spain, pasta in Italy, and filet mignon in Canada. You’ll also find returning favorites like Belgium waffles, Brazilian pão de queijo, Hawaiian sliders, and French crème brûlée—plus plenty of fall-inspired bites, frozen treats, and over-the-top cold brews from Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company to sip along the way.

Eat to the Beat Concert Series

The popular Eat to the Beat Concert Series is returning to the America Gardens Theatre stage. This year’s shows will run from August 29 to November 17, 2025, and showtimes are at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM.

Here’s a look at this year’s lineup:

August 29–30 – Joey Fatone & Friends
August 31–September 1 – MercyMe
September 5–6 – KT Tunstall (NEW)
September 7–8 – TobyMac
September 12–14 – STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas
September 15 – Bacilos
September 19–20 – Shelia E.
September 21–22 – Ben Rector (NEW)
September 26–27 – Tiffany
September 28–29 – Jesse & Joy
October 3–4 – Baha Men
October 5–6 – TBD
October 10–11 – The Wanted 2.0 (NEW)
October 12–13 – The Fray
October 17–20 – Hanson
October 24–25 – Hoobastank
October 26–27 – Smash Mouth
October 31–Nov. 1 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
November 2–3 – Boyz II Men
November 7–8 – David Archuleta
November 9–10 – Jordin Sparks (NEW)
November 14–15 – Bowling For Soup (NEW)
November 16–17 – The Beach Boys (NEW)

Eat to the Beat Dining Packages

Secure a guaranteed seat to an Eat to the Beat concert by simply purchasing a dining package at select participating dining locations throughout Epcot. A meal at participating restaurants includes the following: entrée and dessert OR one full buffet/family-style meal (where applicable) as well as a non-alcoholic beverage. The exception to this is Spice Road Table, which includes 2 small plates, a shared dessert platter, and a nonalcoholic beverage.

Biergarten Restaurant (Germany Pavilion) – Adult: $66 | Child: $35
Chefs de France (France Pavilion) – Adult: $81 | Child: $33
Coral Reef Restaurant (The Living Seas) – Adult: $73 | Child: $29
Garden Grill Restaurant (The Land Pavilion) – Adult: $66 (B) $79 (L/D) | Child: $40 (B) $49 (L/D)
La Crêperie de Paris (France Pavilion) – Adult: $56 | Child: $30
La Hacienda de San Angel (Mexico Pavilion) – Adult: $82 | Child: $37
Le Cellier Steakhouse (Canada Pavilion) – Adult: $99 | Child: $39
Nine Dragons Restaurant (China Pavilion) – Adult: $60 | Child: $23
Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (American Adventure Pavilion) – Adults: $36 | Child: $21 (same-day packages only)
Rose & Crown Dining Room (United Kingdom Pavilion) – Adult: $61 | Child: $26
Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya (Japan Pavilion) – Adult: $80 | Child: $40
Spice Road Table (Morocco Pavilion) – Adult: $56 | Child: $21
Teppan Edo (Japan Pavilion) – Adult: $80 | Child: $40
Tutto Italia Ristorante (Italy Pavilion) – Adult: $77 | Child: $29
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria (Italy Pavilion) – Adult: $65 | Child: $28

*Prices listed above do not include tax or gratuity. Child prices are for those ages 3-9. B = Breakfast, L/D = Lunch and Dinner

**Regal Eagle Smokehouse does offer same-day dining packages, but they are subject to availability. It’s also important to note that Dining Packages are only offered Friday through Monday. Guests who participate will be able to enter America Gardens Theatre via a separate queue and will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Seating is guaranteed for those who purchased a dining package.

***If using the dining plan, all meals require one table-service credit with the exception of Le Cellier Steakhouse, which uses two table-service credits, and Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, which uses one quick-service meal credit.

Additional Food & Wine Festivities

Here’s a look at some of this year’s festivities:

Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt

Take part in a Ratatouille-inspired adventure at the festival. Kids of all ages can join a scavenger hunt to find Remy. Simply purchase a map and stickers from designated merchandise locations, including Disney Traders, Port of Entry, Creations Shop, World Traveler at International Gateway, and Festival Merchandise Kiosks. Explore World Showcase to find hidden Remy statuettes and match the corresponding stickers on your map. Once you’ve completed the scavenger hunt, go to Creations Shop, Disney Traders, or World Traveler at International Gateway to receive a special surprise from Chef Remy!

Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit

To participate in the pursuit, simply visit select merchandise locations such as Disney Traders, Creations Shop, Port of Entry, World Traveler at International Gateway, and Festival Merchandise Kiosks. Purchase a game board and stickers, then embark on a fun adventure to find hidden decorative pumpkins themed to Disney characters. Once discovered, place the corresponding stickers on your board. If you choose not to hunt for pumpkins, you can still return your game board to Disney Traders or World Traveler for a “spooky” surprise.

Emile’s Fromage Montage

Indulge in a delectable food journey showcasing a wide range of cheesy delights at the Global Marketplaces. Obtain a Festival Passport, buy five of these scrumptious items to earn stamps, and receive an exclusive redemption prize at Shimmering Sips.

Exclusive Festival Merchandise

This year’s merchandise includes the Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Picnic Collection, the Disney Encanto Collection, the Figment Annual Passholder Collection, and the Festival Event Logo Collection (apparel, accessories, kitchen essentials, and more!)

Wine & Dine Half Marathon

Also taking place in November as part of this festival is the Wine & Dine Half Marathon. This year’s event will take place October 23-26 and will feature a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and the Disney Two Course Challenge (10K and Half Marathon). Virtual options are available as well!