EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Celebrates 30 Years with New Dishes and Interactive Experiences
The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World is set to begin on August 27, 2026, and run through November 21, 2026. This year's event marks the 30th anniversary of the festival and features a range of new and returning food booths.
The Global Marketplace menus have been released, showcasing dishes from around the world, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Returning favorites include the Pumpkin-Mascarpone Ravioli at Forest & Field and the Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer from Australia.
New additions include the Basil Pesto Chicken Dumplings at Gyozas of the Galaxy and Smoked Brisket and Cheddar Melt from Hops & Barley. Cheese lovers will also enjoy Emile's Fromage Montage, where they can sample a variety of cheeses served in inventive ways.
The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has been criticized for lacking substance compared to previous years. The event has traditionally featured seminars, special dinners, celebrity chef panels, and other enhancements, but it appears these will not be returning this year. However, third-party restaurants like Wine Bar George are offering their own events, including wine pairing seminars.