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Limited Time Fun Coming To Walt Disney World In 2019

Disney just announced a whole slew of limited time offerings for 2019 that will keep guests in the party mood from January to September! We'll have more information coming for you about the exciting new events as Disney expands the details, but here's a peek at how Walt Disney World will be celebrating all year long in 2019.

Disney Announces New Epcot Arts Festival and the Magic Kingdom Adds Cabanas to the Park

A new festival is coming to Epcot in January 2017 featuring art, performance, and food. And, if you're looking for a respite from the crowds at the Magic Kingdom you might want to check out the new cabanas they're adding. It's all in today's' news report.

Latin Baseball Festival Coming to Walt Disney World Resort November 20-22

The Walt Disney World Resort is hosting the inaugural Latin Baseball Festival on November 20-22 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The festival is being called a cultural affair that combines food, entertainment, and a three-game professional Puerto Rican baseball series.

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy Topiaries to Debut at the 21st Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

It isn't easy being green, but Kermit is going to give it a try at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival next year when he debuts as a topiary alongside his long-time love Miss Piggy. The dynamic duo will appear in the World Showcase topiary display.

The 21st annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival takes place from March 5 until May 18, and will feature nearly 100 topiaries.

Marketplaces at This Year’s Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Are Bigger and Better

When visiting the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival this year, you might notice something different about the locations when you're buying those tasty treats.

Gone are the generic booths from years past. The new locations - called marketplaces, not kiosks - are mini kitchen outlets where chefs can create culinary magic every day. David Buckley, the art director for the festival, is behind much of the redesign.

Take A Peak At The 2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus

The menus are out for the 18th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in Walt Disney World. With 30 fantastic Marketplace Booths scattered around World Showcase Promenade there's sure to be something to tempt the taste of even the pickiest eater. New additions this year include Scotland, the return of Brazil, and a new Coffee Cart in the American Pavilion.

2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menu Updates from Disney Food Blog

Head on over to the Disney Food Blog today for the latest coverage on the 2013 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! Not only are there new menu selections up, but some beautiful pictures of the newest culinary delights to be shared by the Festival Chefs. DFB has 15 new items listed that will tempt you to plan your Food and Wine Festival trip today!

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival - Plus Food!

The 20th Annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival has started down at the Walt Disney World Resort! As we've mentioned before this year the festival has several exciting additions and the one we're dying to hear all about is the food!

2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Dates Announced

Wait no more our foodie fans! Walt Disney World has announced the dates for the 2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. This ultimate annual taste and sip event will be held from September 27 to November 10, 2013.

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5 Reasons We Can’t Wait for the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

Go see Epcot in full bloom from March 1 to May 29, 2017, at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. This annual special event is full of color and fragrance like no other. Guests can become immersed in a manicured paradise of lush plants and flowers representing a broad range of styles and ideas. It's a breath of fresh air where exploration and discovery beckon you to come delight in the growing beauty.

Guest Review: Culinary Arts At The Epcot International Festival Of The Arts

I had the chance to check out the new Epcot International Festival of the Arts its first weekend. This is a new festival that is running Fridays-Mondays, January 13 until February 20, 2017. Events take place around the World Showcase from park open until park close. Valid admission to Epcot is required to attend.

The Best Things I Ate At The 2016 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Epcot's Annual Food & Wine Festival is a bastion of culinary delights, and I'm not alone in thinking that it's one of Disney's best events of the year. Fans flock to taste and sip their way around the world, touring tiny creative outdoor kitchens, called Marketplace Booths, set around World Showcase. Guests of the festival can indulge in unique flavors and culinary innovations.

Greenhouse Guru Marketplace Booth at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

New this year at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is the Greenhouse Guru Marketplace Booth. This refreshing booth is sponsored by Florida local greenhouse, Village Farms, and offers one of the most anticipated Festival dishes in it's Duck Confit.

Food & Wine Festival Photo Hunt from Walt Disney World for Grown-ups

Did you know that Walt Disney World is one of the most photographed places on earth? Not only do people love taking pictures of there trips to the magic, but there are Flickr and Instagram accounts dedicated to noting but pictures of the Vacation Kingdom of the World. I love getting viewing perspectives and seeing the Disney Parks through the eyes of others, so I thought it was time for another Walt Disney World for Grown-up Photo Hunt, Food & Wine Festival version.

What’s New To Eat At The 2016 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The countdown continues with just 6 more days until the opening of the 21st Annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Guests will be able to find plenty of the most popular dishes from past Festivals at 30 Global Marketplace Booths. Being served up along side the tried and true will be 32 new marketplace dishes and 49 new cocktails, beers, wines, and ciders!

The Chase Cardholder VIP Lounge Returns to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

What's the fan favorite event that packs in the crowds as Disney & Celebrity Chefs show off culinary delights from around the world? It's the 21st Epcot International Food and Wine Festival kicking off September 14 at the Walt Disney World Resort. We're happy to say that once again that JPMorgan Chase & Co. will be treating their cardholders to a little luxury in the Chase Cardholder VIP Lounge.

Dining Plan Snack Credit Tips For Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has become one of the most anticipated fan events of the year at Walt Disney World. With dozens of International Marketplace Booths to sample from it's easy to eat your way around the world one small plate at a time. For guests using the Disney Dining Plan this can sometimes adds another level of planning to their vacations, we've got a few great tips for making the most of your Disney Dining Plan during Festival.

The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews Outdoor Kitchen

When I think of the most quintessential of American foods, my mind goes straight to down home Pit Barbecue. There's nothing my family loves more than gathering around a feast of smoked meats with pulled pork, ribs, and brisket - and during the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival we find it at The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews Outdoor Kitchen. Located in the American Pavilion Courtyard. It's easy to find, just follow fantastic smells coming from the on site smoker.

Get A Taste Of The Cider House Hard Cider and Beer Flight

Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival is finally in fully bloom, and the Outdoor Kitchens are serving up some enticing intoxicants for guest to imbibe in. The Cider House is new this year and offers modern spins on culinary tastes from the United Kingdom and Hard Ciders from across the U.S. For a fun introduction to the some fabulous tastes - order up a Hard Cider and Beer Flight.