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Dates, Details Announced for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2024

Hi everyone!

The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will return on August 29th and run through November 23rd, 2024. And Disney has shared a first look at the food, the merchandise and more!

Read below for more information from the Disney Parks Blog announcement.

The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE returns Aug. 29-Nov. 23, 2024 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can indulge in delectable cuisine, festival merchandise and enjoy the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Mark your calendars: The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE takes place at Walt Disney World Aug. 29 through Nov. 23! 

As many of you know, there’s always something to celebrate in the neighborhoods of EPCOT, from nature and discovery to culture and cuisine. And while the park has so much to offer every day, here are a few things you won’t want to miss at this year’s festival. 

Global Marketplaces 

Of course, it wouldn’t be the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival without the FOOD! Foodie fans can look forward to so many mouthwatering returning favorites. 

Once again you can indulge in Belgian Waffles with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream or Warm Chocolate Ganache at the Belgium Global Marketplace.  

(Matt Stroshane, Photographer)
Belgian Waffles with Warm Chocolate Ganache at EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
 (Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

In Germany, say “guten tag” to Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce, while just over the mountain, The Alps will feature Dark Chocolate Fondue with Berries, Pound Cake, and Meringues. 

Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2024
(Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

Looking for tropical flavors that will whisk you away to paradise? Passionfruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts will breeze back in the Hawai’i Marketplace!

Passion Fruit Cheesecake at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 2024
(Matt Stroshane, Photographer)

Say Roquefort! (Or Gruyere or Gouda if you prefer.) That’s right – Emile’s Fromage Montage also returns in 2024. This fun food stroll encourages guests to sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways. Purchase any five cheese dishes from the official Global Marketplaces list in your Festival Passport and make sure to collect a stamp for each dish purchased. Once you’ve collected all five stamps, bring the passport to the specified location for a specialty unique item to enjoy! 

That’s just an amuse bouche to excite you for all the delectable flavors that are to come. Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog and the Foodie Guide for all the details as we share them!

The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE returns Aug. 29-Nov. 23, 2024 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can indulge in delectable cuisine, festival merchandise and enjoy the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)
Crave-able Merch 

You might notice in the photo above that we’re giving you a sneak peek at some of what you can look forward to during this year’s festival. 

Take home a taste of the fun with magnificent merchandise that keeps the magic alive between visits, featuring beloved friends, like Remy from “Ratatouille” and Mickey Mouse.

EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2024 Figment Merchandise
The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE returns Aug. 29-Nov. 23, 2024 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can indulge in delectable cuisine, festival merchandise and enjoy the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)
 (Olga Thompson, Photographer)
CommuniCore Hall  

As we told you in a recent story, CommuniCore Hall will open on June 10 in the heart of World Celebration.  

And, once the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins, the new space will add exciting fresh elements to the festival. Stay tuned for more! 

CommuniCore Hall Concept Art
As the historic transformation of EPCOT nears completion, a plethora of new attractions and experiences bring the next generation of immersive storytelling to life for guests. Opening as a part of the new World Celebration neighborhood in EPCOT June 10, CommuniCore Hall will be home to our newest character meet and greet location, Mickey & Friends, where guests will have the opportunity to meet with Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals. (DISNEY)
Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Scavenger Hunts and More 

As evening falls, chart-topping musical acts and Orlando’s top talent will take to the stage as part of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue. Performances will take place nightly in the America Gardens Theatre. Eat to the Beat Dining Packages will also return, ensuring you get a seat for your favorite acts. We’ll have more details soon.  

On the scavenger hunt front, guests can purchase a map (while supplies last) for Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak and search to find their favorite little chef hidden throughout World Showcase.  

What are you looking forward to most at the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? 

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