EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Once a year Walt Disney World allows guests to take a taste tour around the world. This year it officially starts July 14 and ends November 19, 2022. The goal is to visit all 6 continents or “Global Marketplaces” to try their menu items. Each marketplace sets up a special booth for the event, to offer selected food items, along with their corresponding beer/wine pairing. There is no obligation to buy the suggested pairing, so feel free to indulge in whatever catches your eye. Global marketplaces are open 11:00 AM to park close, unless otherwise noted.

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More Event Details:

• A theme park reservation and valid EPCOT admission is required.
• Admission to the festival is included with park admission, but guests must purchase the food and drink separately
• Availability may be limited for some food and beverage offerings.
• Guests must be 21 and older for all alcoholic beverages.
• Global marketplaces and all menu items are subject to closure or change without notice.
• Peak times are October and November, with longer lines on weekends.

Fun for the Kids:

EPCOT isn’t just a fun affair for the adults, the park has activities for kids of all ages.