It might only be the beginning of the year, but the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida events calendar has already begun, with the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts kicking things off for 2025! With vibrant artwork around every corner, food studios serving up food that tastes just as good as it looks, and plenty of exclusive merchandise to take home, this vibrant festival shouldn’t be missed.
When is the International Festival of the Arts 2025?
The 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is running from January 17th to February 24th.
The Festival of the Arts is the shortest of the four EPCOT festivals that take place throughout the year - the others are the International Flower & Garden Festival, International Food & Wine Festival, and International Festival of the Holidays - so make sure you check out all the exclusive entertainment and activities if you’re visiting during this time.
What is the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts?
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a celebration of the arts, including visual arts, performance art, and the culinary arts. Whether you want to see other people showcase their art or give it a go yourself, here’s everything that you can experience this year:
Interactive Art
As you make your way through EPCOT and around the World Showcase, there will be plenty of opportunities to show your artistic talents with activities for all ages, including:
- Paint-by-Numbers Mural - a festival favourite every year, this large mural at the Expression Section is painted entirely by guests! Pick up a paintbrush and a pot of paint and paint a few squares… eventually a beautiful scene will be revealed
- Chalk Full of Character - colourful chalk drawings of Disney Characters can be found around the World Showcase pavilions, like Jiminy Cricket, Pascal, and Peter Pan’s Shadow
- ‘Figment’s Brush with the Masters’ Scavenger Hunt - purchase a map and stickers from Creations Shop, Port of Entry, or World Traveler and head to the World Showcase to find a Figment-themed picture frame in each pavilion. Once you’ve completed the map, return it to the shop to receive a keepsake!
- Artful Photo Ops - put yourself into famous paintings like the Mona Lisa and strike a pose for the waiting Disney PhotoPass photographer
- Animation Academy - every day from 12:30pm to 1:30pm a featured artist will be in the American Gardens Theatre ready to teach you how to draw a classic Disney Character
- Kids Chalk Art - your little ones can express themselves with their very own chalk murals on the bridge to World Showcase Plaza
@attractiontickets.com Where else can you paint and walk around the world in the same day? 👀🎨 The Paint-By-Numbers Mural has returned for another year at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts! Here’s how to take part: 🖌️ Head to the Expression Section which is located between World Showcase and the Imagination! Pavilion 🖌️ Pick up your free pot of paint and paintbrush 🖌️ Use the number on your paint pot to match the numbers on the Paint-By-Numbers Mural, and follow the Disney Cast Member directions 🖌️ Don’t forget your commemorative mini mural design to take home! It’s great to use as a bookmark Take part at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida from 11am-5pm daily until February 24th 2025 🖼️ #epcot #internationalfestivalofthearts #epcotfestival #disneyworld #orlandoflorida ♬ lifes incredible again - noelle 🩷✨
Artists and Art Displays
If you’d rather leave things to the professionals, there are plenty of artist appearances during the festival that mean you can buy some incredible pieces of Disney-themed art directly from the artists themselves!
Plus, watch out for giant chalk murals and paintings being created right before your eyes, and daily musical performances too.
Food Studios
These dishes are (almost) too beautiful to eat! Inspired by locations around the world including Mexico, China, and Morocco, the Food Studios around the World Showcase offer a feast for your eyes as well as your stomach. The 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts food options include:
- Croqueta - Chipotle Chicken and Chorizo Croquette in Chipotle Salsa with Chipotle Aioli, Avocado Mousse, and Truffle Oil from El Artista Hambriento
- Sushi Donut - Donut-shaped Sushi featuring Salmon, Tuna, Shrimp, Cucumber, and Sesame Seed over a decorated plate of Wasabi Aïoli, Sriracha Aïoli, and Eel Sauce from Goshiki
- Wild Mushroom Risotto (Ve) - with Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings, and Zinfandel Reduction from Gourmet Landscapes
- Escargot en Chocolat - Chocolate Mousse Flourless Cake, Citrus Coulis, Almond-Chocolate Coating, and Dark Chocolate Decoration from L'Art de la Cuisine Française
- Hazlenut S’more Cannoli - Cannoli Shell dipped in Chocolate and Graham Cracker, Chocolate-Hazelnut Cannoli Cream, and Toasted Marshmallows from L'Arte di Mangiare
DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series
Get a true taste of Broadway in Orlando! Every night at 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8pm, the American Gardens Theatre will come to life with the show-stopping sounds of Disney musicals like The Lions King, Mary Poppins, Newsies, Frozen and more, performed by stars from the actual Broadway shows. The 2025 DISNEY ON BROADWAY schedule is as follows:
- Patti Murin (Frozen) and John Riddle (Frozen) - Jan 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27 and 28
- Caissie Levy (Frozen) and Jelani Remy (The Lion King) - Jan 18, 21, 22, 24, 26, 29 and 30
- Adams Jacobs (Aladdin) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan) - Jan 31, Feb 2, 3, 6, 8, 10 and 11
- Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins) and Alton Fitzgerald White (The Lion King) - Feb 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 12 and 13
- Michael James Scott (Aladdin) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King) - Feb 14, 16, 17, 20, 23 and 24
- Rodney Ingram (Aladdin) and Kara Lindsay (Newsies) - Feb 15, 18, 19, 21, 22 and 24
What’s new at the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts?
This year marks 30 years of Disney on Broadway, and to celebrate CommuniCore Hall has been transformed into an exhibition of costumes, props and stage pieces from Disney stage musicals. Once Upon a Stage features The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen, Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, and Mary Poppins, and is must visit for any Broadway fans.
2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Merchandise
Of course you can’t experience the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts without taking a piece of it home with you! There’s so much exclusive merchandise, from ears, t-shirts, and Loungefly backpacks, to limited edition pins and ornaments. As the face of the festival, Figment the dragon makes an appearance on most of the merchandise, looking both cute and colourful.
Want to experience the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts for yourself? Book your Disney Magic Tickets for visits between January 17th and February 24th!
