Epcot’s Festival of the Arts 2020
Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts will enter into it’s fourth year in 2020. The event will take place from January 17, 2019 – February 24, 2020. The festival celebrates a “trifecta of fabulous” with culinary arts, performing arts, and visual arts. Here is what we know so far.
Last year, there were 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 (KA)
- Pan-Seared Scallop with Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and a Parmesan Crisp (GF)
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate-Chip Cookie (KA)
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) (KA)
- Saint-Honoré Tart: Caramel Cream Tart with Caramel Glaze topped with Cream Puffs
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate-Chip Cookie (KA)
Beverages
- Angry Orchard Rosé Hard Cider, Walden, NY
- Concrete Beach Brewery Rosé Ale, Miami, FL
- Frozen Rosé
- 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 (KA)
- Lemon and Blood Orange Tart
- Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate-Chip Cookie (KA)
- White Chocolate Figment Puzzle on an Artist Palette (KA)
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 Reuben: Sliced Corned Beef, Rye-crusted Sauerkraut and Jarlsberg Cake with Broken Thousand Island Dressing
- Deconstructed BLT: Crispy Pork Belly, Tomato Jam and Soft Poached Egg
- Deconstructed Strawberry Cheesecake: Whipped New York Style Cheesecake with Fresh Florida Strawberries and Sugar Cookies with Micro-basil (KA)
Beverages
- Rainboba: Sparkling Water layered with Fruit Boba and topped with a Foam Cloud (non-alcoholic) (KA)
- Deconstructed Breakfast: Twinings® Spiced Apple Chai Tea Shake garnished with Maple Syrup, a Waffle Crisp and Candied Bacon (non-alcoholic) (KA)
- 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
- Wild Mushroom Risotto, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Shavings and Zinfandel Reduction (KA)
- Smoked Salmon and Cream Gâteau with Egg Yolk Cream, Paddlefish Caviar and Micro-herbs
- Charcuterie Palette with Artisan Cured Meats and Cheeses featuring Nueske’s ® Applewood Smoked Beef
- 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
- Sous Vide Chicken Roulade with Apples and Sage served with Warm Brie Fondue, Blueberry and Beet Gel and garnished with Beet Chip Crumbles (GF)
- Shrimp Ceviche with Lime Mint Foam (GF)
- Almond Frangipane Cake layered with Raspberry Jam and Belgian Chocolate (KA)
- Pop’t Art: Modern-design Sugar Cookie with Strawberry Filling (KA)
Beverages
- Blue Sky Black Cherry Boba Freeze (non-alcoholic) (KA)
- #RainbowSherbetGlitterDreamAle by Playalinda Brewing Co., Titusville, FL
- Popping Bubbles Cocktail
- Tomato Soup Can Bloody Mary
Food
- Sopes de Barbacoa: Braised Barbacoa Beef served on Fried Guajillo Corn Shell with Black Beans, Cotija Cheese, Mexican Cream and Chives
- Agave Pork Belly: Pork Belly caramelized with Agave atop Pumpkin Seed Pesto Lentil Salad
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
- Spicy Beef Shumai
- Char Siu Pork Bun
Beverages
- “Panda” Bubble Tea: Classic Milk Tea with Black and White Boba Pearls (non-alcoholic) (KA)
- Jasmine Draft Beer
- Fortune Cookie: ByeJoe Spirit, Amaretto, Coconut and Pineapple
- Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, Triple Sec
- Sea Butterfly: Butterfly Pea Flower-infused Cocktail with Lychee Syrup, Vodka, Light Rum and Magic Boba Pearls
Food
- Insalata di Gamberi al Limone di Zagara:Salad of Poached Shrimp in Sicilian Lemons, Arugula, Shaved Fennel, Avocado, and Citrus Dressing
- Pollo ala Pirandello: Golden Chicken Drumstick stuffed with Ricotta Cheese and Pomodoro Sauce (KA)
- Rossini: Prosecco Mousse with Strawberry Sauce (contains alcohol)
Beverages
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro Pilsner
- Prosecco, Villa Sandi
- Moscato Fior d’Arancio, Montegrande
- Corbinello, Montegrande
- Pinot Grigio, Santa Marina
- Merlot, Montegrande
- Amaretto Bellini: Amaretto, White Peach Purée and Prosecco
- Vodka Rossini: Vodka, Strawberry Purée and Prosecco
Beverages
- Arendelle Aqua Lemonade: Frozen Lemonade with Monin Cotton Candy and Ole Smoky Blackberry Moonshine
Food
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Funnel Cake with Peanut Butter Ice Cream, Marshmallow Cream and Raspberry Glaze (KA)
Food
- Musical Float: Layered Strawberry, Lemonade and Blue Raspberry Slushy with Vanilla Ice Cream and White Chocolate (non-alcoholic) (KA)
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
- 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 (KA)
- Tomate Farcie Faҫon Paul Bocuse: Tomato Stuffed with Braised Ribs Paul Bocuse-style
- Moelleux Aux Chocolats Valrhona: Molten Chocolate Cake with Pure Origin Valrhona Chocolates (KA)
- Trio de Macarons: Assortment of Three House-made Macarons in a Gift Box
Beverages
- Frozen French Martini: Grey Goose, Vodka, Chambord Liqueur, Pineapple, Orange and Grape Juice with Lemon-Lime Foam
- Veuve du Vernay, Brut N°1, Limited Edition: French Sparkling Wine
- Vouvray, Marcel Dubois, 2018
- Bordeaux, Château Malbec, 2015
Beverages
- Assorted Coca-Cola Slushies (non-alcoholic) (KA)
Beverages
- Canada: Impressionism Pairing: Blackberry Iced Latte topped with a delicious Blueberry Donut and Sweet Whipped Cream
- Showcase Plaza: Renaissance Pairing: Iced Mocha Latte served with a timeless Glazed Donut and Sprinkles
- Future World East: Modern Pairing: Coconut Iced Latte garnished with a decadent Chocolate Donut and topped with Whipped Cream and Sprinkles
- The American Adventure: Baroque Pairing: White Mocha Iced Latte layered with a Red Velvet Donut and Sprinkles
Food
- Plant-based Bratwurst with Spicy Turmeric Aïoli, Coffee Barbecue Jackfruit and Slaw
- Paintbrush Churros: Cinnamon-Sugar Churros Dipped in Colorful White Chocolate (KA)
Beverages
- Barrel of Monks Brewery Endless Enigma Golden Pale Ale, Boca Raton, FL
- Collective Arts Brewing Life in the Closus Hazy IPA, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- M.I.A. Beer Company Malt Bach Brown Ale, Doral, FL
- Popcorn Pairing Flight
Food
- Lobster Chips: House-made Chips, Lobster, Lobster Bisque Cheese Sauce, Pickled Jalapeños and Citrus Cream
Beverages
- Ciderboys Zen Berry Apple Boysenberry Hard Cider, Stevens Point, WI
- Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA
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
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: $57 for adults; $32 for kids
- Dinner $57 for adults; $32 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: $69 for adults; $22 for kids
- Dinner $69 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: $52 for adults; $31 for kids
- Lunch: $65 for adults; $39 for kids
- Dinner $65 for adults; $39 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; $22 for kids
- Dinner $57 for adults; $22 for kids
Disney On Broadway Schedule 2020
Here are all of the performers for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series 2020:
- Jan. 17, 20, 21, and 24 – Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White
- Jan. 18, 19, 22, and 23 – Heidi Blickenstaff and Gavin Lee
- Jan. 25 – Special performance featuring Simmons, White, Blickenstaff and Lee
- Jan. 26, 28, 29; Feb. 1, 2, 5, and 6 – Kara Lindsay and Kevin Massey
- Jan. 27, 30, 31; Feb. 3, 4, 7, and 8 – Liana Hunt and Adam Jacobs
- Feb. 9 – Kara Lindsay, Kevin Massey, Liana Hunt, and Adam Jacobs
- Feb. 10, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, and 23 – Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland
- Feb. 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, and 21 – Syndee Winters and Michael James Scott
- Feb. 24 – Ashley Brown, Josh Strickland, Syndee Winters, and Michael James Scott
Workshops
The International Festival of the Arts is offering a variety of interactive workshops this year. Disney artists, Guest-perts, and Case Members share their professional expertise in these hands-on workshops. Workshops take place on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am-11:15am costing $45, per guest, plus tax. To book a workshop call 407-WDW-Fest (407-939-3378). Below is the current list of workshops:
Ink & Paint Animation (Presented by Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist)
Learn the history of 2D Cel Animation and paint your very own Ink & Paint Cel with a Disney Ink & Paint artist! Taking place on Saturdays at 10:00am, each week you will paint a different character –
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- Saturday, January 18, 2020 – Mickey Mouse
- Saturday, January 25, 2020 – Minnie Mouse
- Saturday, February 1, 2020 – Donald Duck
- Saturday, February 8, 2020 – Pluto
- Saturday, February 15, 2020 – Goofy
- Saturday, February 22, 2020 – Mickey Mouse
Disney 3D Paper Crafting (Presented by Dave Avanzino, Dave Avanzino Designs, Inc.)
Create your own 3D paper artwork. Learn techniques to cut, fold, and add spacers to make dimensional shadowbox art.
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- Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Getting Drawing Basics: “Story Telling Drawings” (Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation)
Learn the art of quick sketching from a former Disney animator. You will create your own sketch to take home!
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- Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 10:00 AM
- Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM
Animation 101: Flip Book Fundamentals (Presented by Todd Bright, Bright Animation)
Make your own moving magic during this animated workshop. You will learn the fundamental principles of animation from a former Disney animator.
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- Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 10:00 AM
- Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Doodling with Viz (Presented by Gregg “Viz” Visintainer, Owner of Viz Art Ink and WonderGround Artist)
Experience doodling to the next level. Learn, watch and draw your own doodle with hidden pictures and words to create a Viz Art Ink masterpiece.
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- Sunday, Feburary 9, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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 Future World 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
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Art of Disney – Future World WestShop at this year-round dedicated art gallery featuring Festival merchandise, original artwork and more!
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Mexico Folk Art Gallery – Mexico PavilionGallery Show: ‘Remember Me!’ La Celebración del Día de MuertosCelebrate the artistry and traditions of Día de Muertos.
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Stave Church Gallery – NorwayGallery Show: Gods of the VikingsVisit the Norway Pavilion and discover the legendary gods and myths of the real Vikings.
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House of the Whispering Willows – ChinaGallery Show: Inside Shanghai Disney ResortDiscover the wonders of the new Shanghai Disney Resort.
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American Heritage Gallery – The American AdventureGallery Show: Creating Tradition: Innovation and Change in American Indian ArtDiscover an all-new exhibition celebrating American Indian art at this museum inside the American Adventure Pavilion.Japan’s cute culture.
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Bijutsu-kan Gallery – JapanGallery Show: Kawaii Japan’s Cute CultureDelve into the origin and evolution of kawaii,
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
- Mexico Pavilion
An homage to Frida Kahlo - Italy Pavilion
Mona Lisa – Leonardo da Vinci and The Scream – Edvard Munch - American Adventure Pavilion
Washington Crossing the Delaware – Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze - France Pavilion
Luncheon of the Boating Party – Pierre-Auguste Renoir - United Kingdom Pavilion
Peter Pan Storybook
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:
- Renting Disney Vacation Club Points
- How to Use Swagbucks to Save for a Disney Vacation
- What Is Always In My Disney Bag