Guide to Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts 2019
Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts will enter into it’s third year in 2019. The event will take place from January 18, 2019 – February 25, 2019. The festival celebrates a “trifecta of fabulous” with culinary arts, performing arts, and visual arts. Here is what we know so far.
The food booths have been announced and there will be 14 “food studios” as well as extra kiosks located throughout Epcot.
Food Studios and Kiosks
Food
- Beef Wellington with Mushroom Bordelaise, Fennel Cream, and Roasted Baby Vegetables
- Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp (GF)
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Beverages
- Sipping Chocolate Flight: White, Milk and Dark (non-alcoholic)
- Saugatuck Brewing Co. Neapolitan Milk Stout, Douglas, MI
- Lexington Brewing Company Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale, Lexington, KY
- Lindemans Framboise Lambic, Belgium
- Barrymore Rosé, Monterey County, CA
- Carmel Road Drew’s Blend Pinot Noir, Monterey County, CA
- Symphony in Chocolate Flight: Mozart Cream Liqueurs paired with Sipping Chocolates
- Chocolate and Beer Pairing Flight
Food
- Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with Parsnip Purée, Broccolini, Baby Tomatoes and Aged Balsamic
- Seared Corvina with braised Ratatouille and Lemon-Thyme Beurre Blanc (GF)
- Saint-Honoré Tart: Caramel Cream Tart with Caramel Glaze topped with Cream Puffs
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Beverages
- Angry Orchard Rosé Hard Cider, Walden, NY
- Concrete Beach Brewery Rosé Ale, Miami, FL
- Frosé
- Campo Viejo Rioja Reserva Art Series, Logrono, Spain
- Domaine Savary Chablis, Burgundy
- A Play on Rosé Flight
Food
- White Chocolate and Purple Sweet Potato Mousse, Caramel, Coconut and Maple Meringue
- Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Pretzel Crunch
- Lemon and Blood Orange Tart
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie
Beverages
- 3 Daughters Strawberry Blonde Nitro, St. Petersburg, FL
- Breckenridge Nitro Vanilla Porter, Breckenridge, CO
- Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, England
- Biagio Moscato d’Asti, Piedmont
- Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port, St. Petersburg, FL
- Cold Fashioned Coffee Cocktail
- Neapolitan Beer Flight
Food
- Deconstructed BLT with Crispy Pork Belly, Tomato Jam and Soft Poached Egg
- Deconstructed Reuben with Shredded Corned Beef, Thousand Island Dressing, Pickled Red Cabbage and a Rye Curl
- Deconstructed Strawberry Cheesecake: Whipped, New York Style Cheesecake with Fresh Florida Strawberries and Sugar Cookies with Micro-basil
Beverages
- Pop-Artsicle: Red, White and Blue Frozen Slushy (non-alcoholic)
- Deconstructed Breakfast (non-alcoholic)
- Imagery Sauvignon Blanc, California
- Mad Genius Red Blend, California
- Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake with Cream Bourbon, garnished with a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon
Food
- Charcuterie Palette with Artisan Cured Meats and Cheeses featuring Nueske’s ® Applewood Smoked Beef
- Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction (V)
- Vanilla, Rose Water and Pistachio Panna Cotta
Beverages
- Weihenstephaner Original Lager, Freising, Germany
- Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Brut Champagne
- The Meeker Vineyard Winemakers’ Handprint Merlot, Sonoma County, CA
- Pinord La Dama Reserva Familiar Brut, Spain
- Pinord La Dama Reserva Familiar Brut Rosé, Spain
- Classic Sidecar with a Chocolate Twist
Food
- Smoked Salmon and Cream Gâteau with Egg Yolk Cream, Paddlefish Caviar, and Micro-herbs
- Trio of Savory Croissant Doughnuts
- Whipped Boursin® Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese with Fresh Herbs (V)
- Chicken Salad with Shaved Fennel and Fresh Herbs
- Spicy Tuna with Wasabi and Seaweed Salad
- Gallery Bites: A Trio of Hors d’Oeuvres
- Chilled Shrimp with Cucumber Cream Cheese on a Crostini
- Traditional Deviled Egg with Candied Bacon
- Crispy Truffled Risotto Ball with Truffle Aïoli (V)
- Pop’t Art: Abstract Designed Sugar Cookie with Strawberry Filling (V)
- White Chocolate Figment Puzzle on an Artist Palette
- Mickey and Pluto White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
- Festival of the Arts White Chocolate Painting with Chocolate Easel (GF) (V)
Beverages
- North Coast Brewing Co. Scrimshaw Pilsner Style Beer, Fort Bragg, CA
- M.I.A. Beer Company Jazz IPA, Doral, FL
- Central 28 Beer Company Miss Mary Brown Oatmeal Brown Ale, DeBary, FL
- Popcorn Pairing Flight
Food
- Sous Vide Poulet Rouge Chicken Roulade with Apples and Sage served with Warm Brie Fondue, Blueberry and Beet Gel and garnished with Apple and Beet Chips (GF)
- Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam (GF)
- Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Callebaut Belgian Chocolate (V)
- Pop’t Art: Modern-design Sugar Cookie with Strawberry Filling (V)
Beverages
- Blue Sky Black Cherry Boba Freeze (non-alcoholic)
- #RainbowSherbertGlitterDreamAle by Playalinda Brewing Co., Titusville, FL
- Popping Bubbles Cocktail
Food
- Sopes de Chilorio: Slow-braised Pork marinated in Ancho Chili Paste served on Fried Corn Dough with Black Beans, Queso Oaxaca, Crema Mexicana and Salsa Verde
- Callo de Hacha en Salsa de Jengibre y Habanero: Two Seared Scallops with Ginger-habanero Sauce atop Yucca Purée
- Chocoflan: Creamy Mexican Custard and Chocolate Sponge Cake topped with Cajeta and Hazelnuts
Beverages
- llende Mexican Craft Beer
- Frida Lychee Margarita: El Velo Blanco Tequila, Lychee Purée, Botran Rum, and Fresh Lime Juice
- Diego Dragon Fruit Margarita: Bruxo Mezcal, Dragon Fruit Purée, Ginger Cordial, and Guanábana Liqueur
Food
- Crystal Mooncake with Fruit Filling and garnished with Toasted Coconut
- Dragon and Phoenix: Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Spinach Noodles
- Plum Infused Cherry Tomatoes
Beverages
- “Panda” Bubble Tea: Classic Milk Tea with Black and White Boba Pearls (non-alcoholic)
- Jasmine Draft Beer
- Fortune Cookie: ByeJoe Spirit, Amaretto, Coconut and Pineapple
- Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, Triple Sec
- Tomato Plum Cocktail: Plum Wine with Plum Infused Tomatoes
Food
- Barbabietole Dolci, Caprino Fritto: Roasted Candied Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Fritters
- Costine di Maiale Aceto Balsamico: Sweet & Sour Balsamic-glazed Pork Ribs
- Spuma al Miele d’Arancio: Orange Honey Mousse with Peaches and Mint Marjoram Cream
Beverages
- Moretti Lager
- Moretti La Rossa Double Malt Beer
- Prosecco, Villa Sandi
- Moscato Fior d’Arancio, Montegrande
- Corbinello, Montegrande
- Pinot Grigio, Bosco del Merlo
- Merlot, Montegrande
- Amaretto Bellini: Amaretto, White Peach Purée and Prosecco
- Vodka Rossini: Vodka, Strawberry Purée and Prosecco
Beverages
- Ciderboys Grand Mimosa Apple Orange Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI
- Karbach Brewing Co. Love Street Kölsch-style Blonde, Houston, TX
- Full Sail Brewing Co. Blood Orange Wheat Ale, Hood River, OR
- Dogfish Head Brewery 60 Minute IPA, Milton, DE
- Big Top Brewing Co. Hawaiian Lion Coconut Coffee Porter, Sarasota, FL
Food
- Musical Float: Layered Strawberry, Lemonade and Blue Raspberry Slushy with Vanilla Ice Cream and White Chocolate
Food
- Salted Caramel Funnel Cake
Food
- Taiyaki: Fish-shaped Japanese Sweet Stuffed Pastry with Red Bean Paste and topped with Whipped Cream and Sesame Custard
- Sushi Donut: Donut-shaped Sushi featuring Salmon, Tuna, Shrimp, Avocado and Masago accented with Citrus-soy Gelée and Wasabi on the side
Beverages
- Sapporo Draft Beer
- Masu Sake in a Traditional Personalized Wooden Cup
- Melting Snow Cocktail: Sake, Peach Schnapps, Cranberry Juice, and Japanese Calpico
Food
- Spiced Beef with Pine Nuts and Dried Cherries, Hummus and Pita Chips
- Mediterranean Flatbread with Zaatar, Olive Oil Artichoke, Olives, Mozzarella and Feta Cheese
- Chebbakia: Hand-twisted Strips of Fried Dough coated with Honey, Rosewater and Sesame Seeds
Beverages
- Casa Beer
- Bonassia Red, Meknès, Morocco
- Embrace the Arak: Massaya Arak, Grapefruit Juice and Grenadine
Food
- Crème de Brie en Petit Pain: Warm Creamy Brie in a House-made Bread Bowl
- Dariole de Saumon à la Provencale, Sauce Beurre Blanc, Fleuron: Salmon Terrine with Zucchini and Tomato, Beurre Blanc Sauce, Puff Pastry Fleuron
- Moelleux Aux Chocolats Valrhona: Molten Chocolate Cake with Pure Origin Valrhona Chocolates
Beverages
- Frosé: Frozen Côtes de Provence Rosé Wine with Grey Goose Vodka and Peach Purée
- Crémant de Bourgogne Veuve d’Ambal Expression: French Sparkling Burgundy Wine
- Alsace, Riesling Reserve Willm
- Bordeaux, Château Prignac, Medoc, 2014
Food
- Lobster Bacon Macaroni & Cheese served in a Warm Bread Cone
- Paintbrush Churros: Cinnamon Sugar Churros Dipped in Colorful White Chocolate
Beverages
- Pancake Milkshake (non-alcoholic)
- Banfi Rosa Regale Sparkling Red, Piedmont
Beverages
All Festival specialty drinks served hot or cold.
- Canada: Starry Night Latte: A delicious shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with Creamy Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream
- Disney Traders: Surreal Cinnamon Latte;
A shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with RumChata and Cinnamon Whisky, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream. - Future World East: Espresso-nist Latte: A shot of Joffrey’s Italian Espresso mixed with rich Baileys Espresso Crème Liqueur, topped with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream.
- The American Adventure: Bourbon Brushstroke Latte: A shot of Italian Espresso mixed with Bourbon Whiskey Cream liqueur, blended with Steamed Milk and Whipped Cream.
Food
- Chilled Shrimp, Quinoa, Layered Vegetables, Spiced Yogurt and Red Pepper Coulis
Food
- Lobster Chips: House-made Chips, Lobster, Lobster Bisque Cheese Sauce, Pickled Jalapeños and Citrus Cream
Beverages
- Glazed Pork Belly Bloody Mary: Classic Bloody Mary with Absolut Vodka garnished with Maple IPA Glazed Pork Belly, Pickled Carrots, Celery, Stuffed Olives and Cherry Tomato
Disney on Broadway
Similar to other Epcot Festivals like Food and Wine or Flower and Garden, International Festival of the Arts has a concert series that runs throughout the festival. This year it will take place daily at the American Gardens Theatre.
If you are interested in combining your love of food with theater, consider reserving a dining package. This will guarantee concert seating for an evening showtime on the same day. You can choose breakfast, lunch, or dinner and the type of meal (three courses or full buffet) vary depending on location.
If you are interested in making a reservation visit Disney’s website or call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-7463.
Concert Dining Package Restaurants
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is located in the Norway Pavilion. It is a classic American breakfast buffet with a few Norwegian inspired foods as well. Lunch and dinner feature Scandinavian seafood, imported cheeses, cured meats, and more. You will also have your choice of a hot entree from its rotating menu and finish with The Royal Chef’s Dessert Plate that contains 3 desserts served family-style. It is a popular restaurant because you can meet Snow White, Cinderella, Belle, Princess Aurora, or even Ariel!
- Breakfast: $63 for adults; $38 for kids
- Lunch: $73 for adults; $44 for kids
- Dinner $73 for adults; $44 for kids
Biergarten is located in the Germany pavilion and serves traditional German food. The atmosphere in this restaurant is one of the hidden gems in Epcot’s World Showcase. You will be seated at a communal table, like a true biergarten, so if you don’t have a big party you will be seated with strangers. Depending on your personality this is either a positive or a negative, so be aware of that when you book your table. It is a rotating buffet with selections like bratwurst, rotisserie chicken, pork schnitzel, Bavarian cheesecake, and more!
- Lunch: $55 for adults; $31 for kids
- Dinner $55 for adults; $31 for kids
Coral Reef is located in Future World, in the Living Seas pavilion. It is one of my personal favorites as well. They offer delicious seafood options as well as classic favorites. The real draw here is the setting. Panoramic windows in the restaurant give you a chance to view the underwater world that is home to 85 species of tropical fish. This option will provide you with a three course meal to be enjoyed in a serene and beautiful setting.
- Lunch: $67 for adults; $22 for kids
- Dinner $67 for adults; $22 for kids
The Garden Grill is a buffet character meal located in Future World’s Land pavilion. Enjoy all-you-care-to-eat while rotating through Living with the Land. This unique experience combined with the character interactions make it a favorite for every Disney fan no matter the age.
- Breakfast: $49 for adults; $30 for kids
- Lunch: $63 for adults; $38 for kids
- Dinner $63 for adults; $38 for kids
Rose and Crown is located in the United Kingdom pavilion and offers traditional British cuisine. Enjoy a three course meal with selections such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, vegetable cottage pie, and more!
- Lunch: $57 for adults; $21 for kids
- Dinner $57 for adults; $21 for kids
Disney On Broadway Schedule 2019
- January 18 to January 19, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey
- January 20 to January 21, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard
- January 22 to January 23, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey
- January 24 to January 25, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard
- January 26, 2019 – Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey
- January 27, 2019 – Meredith Inglesby & Steve Blanchard
- January 28 to January 29, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs
- January 30 to January 31, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee
- February 1 to February 2, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs
- February 3 to February 4, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee
- February 5 to February 6, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs
- February 7 to February 8, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee
- February 9, 2019 – Arielle Jacobs & Adam Jacobs
- February 10, 2019 – Heidi Blickenstaff & Gavin Lee
- February 11 to February 12, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland
- February 13 to February 14, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White
- February 15 to February 16, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland
- February 17 to February 18, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White
- February 19 to February 20, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland
- February 21 to February 22, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White
- February 23, 2019 – Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland
- February 24, 2019 – Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White
- February 25, 2019 – Ashley Brown, Josh Strickland, Kissy Simmons, Alton Fitzgerald White
Interactive Workshops and Complimentary Seminars
International Festival of the Arts offers complimentary seminars as well as paid for workshops. Complimentary seminars are offered daily at the Odyssey Festival Showplace from 11:30am-12:00pm, unless otherwise noted. These seminars vary daily and range from learning about taking the best fireworks photos, to the art of pixelating, and how to design your own Disney topiary! Visit here for the full list.
If you are looking to do a little more than listen and want a hands-on workshop, those are offered as well. Friday through Monday from 1:30pm-2:45pm at the Odyssey Festival Showplace for $39 plus tax, you have the option to become the artist yourself. Topics range from character sketching, 3D paper crafting, and even ink & paint animation! Visit here for the full list of workshop options.
Are you looking to create your own masterpiece? On select Fridays and Sundays from 8:00am-12:45pm you can learn from a Disney artist. Classes will be outdoors or indoors depending on the weather and a continental breakfast is included. This opportunity is for anyone ages 12 and up and costs $259 plus tax. Visit here to learn more about the artists and what you will be learning.
Must-See Galleries
Throughout Epcot you will be able to view a wide variety of art by artists throughout the world. The featured gallery is located in the Odyssey Festival Showplace from 11am-9pm daily. Currently, they have not announced the details for the featured exhibits this year.
The Pavilion Galleries are located throughout Epcot World Showcase from 11am-9pm as well.
Pavilion Galleries
- American Heritage Gallery – American Adventure
Explore the artistry of American Indian communities from 7 geographic regions across the United States. - Bijutsu-kan Gallery – Japan
Delve into the origin and evolution of “kawaii,” Japan’s cute culture. - Gallery of Arts and History – Morocco
Check out the unique designs of time-honored crafts. - House of the Whispering Willows – China
Discover the wonders of the new Shanghai Disney Resort. - Mexico Folk Art Gallery – Mexico
Celebrate the artistry and traditions of Día de Muertos. - Stave Church Gallery – Norway
Observe art representational of the culture that influenced Disney’s Frozen. - Chalk Gallery
See forced perspective chalk art with a three-dimensional look and watch imaginative artists recreate works by famous masters.
Imaginative Activities
Activities made for kids and adults alike! While they tend to be targeted more towards children, I definitely will be picking up a scavenger hunt again.
Animation Academy
Experience the magic of Disney animation at this fun and informative drawing class taught by actual Disney artists.
Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt
Similar to the Remy scavenger hunt during the Food and Wine Festival, you can search for Figment throughout the World Showcase! Head to either the Odyssey Festival Showplace, Pin Central, Disney Traders, or World Traveler to purchase your map and stickers. Once you complete the map, return to Disney Traders for a surprise.
Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural
Guests can grab a paintbrush and add their own personal touch to a huge mural located in the World Showcase.
Kidcot Fun Spots
What Epcot festival would be complete without the fun stops? Kids can enjoy art-filled fun around the world! Use the art supplies at each pavilion and draw, color, and collect activity cards at every country in the World Showcase.
Photo Ops
Why just look at art when you can become part of it? With your annual pass, Memory Maker, or individual PhotoPass purchase, you can become part of some of the most famous artwork in history.
Locations and Paintings
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France Pavilion: Luncheon of the Boating Party by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
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The American Adventure Pavilion: Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze
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Italy Pavilion: The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli, Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci and The Scream by Edvard Munch
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Mexico Pavilion: An homage to Frida Kahlo
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And more!
Ready to go?
One of the reasons I am excited to be an annual passholder this year is because I intend to use it to visit every festival and party this year. I cannot wait to see all of the exciting activities Disney has in store!
If you are thinking about heading to Disney World for the festival, check out these other posts to help with your planning and decision process:
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