Summary
Get ready for a celebration of creativity as the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts atWalt Disney Worldapproaches. Running from January 17 to February 24, this annualDisney Parksevent showcases a vibrant blend of culinary, performing, and visual arts, creating an atmosphere designed to spark artistic inspiration. As EPCOT’s newest seasonal festival, it will mark its 10th anniversary in 2025, a milestone that highlights a decade of artistic expression and memorable experiences.
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts highlights three core artistic disciplines: Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts. The Culinary Arts take center stage through the presence of Food Studios, standalone marketplace booths scattered throughout the park. These studios feature elevated food offerings, emphasizing innovative presentation and creative flair that align with the festival’s artistic theme. In anticipation of this year’s colorful celebration, Disney is debuting five exciting new experiences at the 2025 Festival of the Arts, including innovative performances, immersive art installations, andDisney-exclusive culinary delights. Among the new experiences is a brand-new walkthrough exhibit calledOnce Upon A Stage: 30 Years of Disney on Broadwayand new artful photo opportunities.
According to the Disney Parks Blog, guests can step into the magic of Disney on Broadway at CommuniCore Hall with the captivating walkthrough exhibit,Once Upon A Stage: 30 Years of Disney on Broadway. This experience celebrates three decades of Disney’s influence on Broadway, showcasing iconic costumes and props from beloved stage musicals. Visitors will also gain a behind-the-scenes look at how classic Disney animated films likeThe Lion KingandAladdinwere reimagined for the Broadway stage. It’s an immersive celebration of Disney’s rich theatrical legacy that’s not to be missed.
Five New Experiences Set To Debut At EPCOT’s Festival Of The Arts
There are a total of five new experiences coming to the 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts:
Right outside at CommuniCore Plaza, food takes center stage at the Opening Bites Food Studio. This culinary experience pays tribute to foods and drinks immortalized onstage, offering dishes inspired by iconic theatrical moments. Plus, the Artful Photo Ops allow guests to become part of famous masterpieces. Returning favorites includeLuncheon of the Boating Partyby Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Edvard Munch’sThe Scream.
New for 2025, a Moana-themed photo op invites guests to join the adventurous voyager in an artful seafaring scene inspired byWalt Disney Animation Studios’Moana. And, of course, no EPCOT festival is complete without exclusive merchandise, and the Festival of the Arts delivers in style. Guests can shop a wide variety of paintings, prints, accessories, apparel, trading items, and more. This year’s lineup also features a brand-new art-themed merchandise collection inspired by everyone’s favorite imaginative dragon, Figment. Whether one’s a casual collector or a serious art enthusiast, there’s something for every gallery at home.
Lastly, the Disney on Broadway Concert Series lineup is returning, but there is an all-new impressive roster of talented performers set to take the stage at America Gardens Theatre. Among the exciting lineup are three newcomers making their festival debut. Jelani Remy is widely recognized for his powerful portrayal of Simba inThe Lion King. Rodney Ingram has captivated audiences in thetitle role ofAladdinon Broadway and also originated the character in the Mexico City production. Meanwhile, John Riddle is celebrated for originating the role of Hans inFrozen.
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