Everything to Eat, See, and Plan the Most Magical Spring Day

Spring at EPCOT is truly something special, and if you’ve never experienced the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, this is your sign to add it to your Disney bucket list. Imagine fresh blooms lining every pathway, larger-than-life Disney topiaries waiting around every corner, and seasonal food booths filled with light, fresh flavors that feel perfectly made for spring. Add in that effortless blend of relaxed energy and Disney magic, and you get an experience that feels both elevated and unforgettable. It’s everything you love about EPCOT, just in its prettiest, most photogenic form.

🌸 What is the Flower & Garden Festival?

The Flower & Garden Festival is EPCOT’s annual spring celebration that transforms the park into a living garden.

During the festival, you’ll find:

•  Stunning floral displays and themed gardens

• Iconic Disney character topiaries

• Outdoor Kitchens (festival food booths)

• Live entertainment and seasonal experiences

🗓️ 2026 Festival Dates

• March 4 – June 1, 2026

• 20+ Outdoor Kitchens

• 180+ food & drink items

The History of the Festival

The Flower & Garden Festival began in 1994 as a simple celebration of Disney’s horticulture, and has grown into one of the most beloved seasonal events at EPCOT.

The Early Years

Originally, the festival focused on:

• Garden displays

• Landscaping showcases

• Educational exhibits

There were no food booths, no festival menus, just a beautiful way to highlight Disney’s incredible design and plant work.

The Rise of Topiaries

As the festival evolved, Disney introduced character topiaries, and everything changed.

These living sculptures:

• Became the heart of the festival

• Turned EPCOT into a storybook you can walk through

• Created the iconic photo moments we all love today

The Food Era

In the early 2010s, Disney added Outdoor Kitchens, bringing food into the experience.

This shift made the festival feel closer to the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, while still keeping its lighter, spring-inspired identity.

Today’s Festival

Now, the festival is a full experience combining:

• Nature

• Food

• Entertainment

• Instagram-worthy moments

Full Menu Breakdown (By Booth)

Florida Fresh

• Conch Fritters with key lime aioli

• Blackened Fish Slider (NEW)

• Florida Strawberry Shortcake

• Potato Pancakes (plant-based)

EPCOT Farmers Feast (rotating menu example)

• Heirloom Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella

• Grilled Beef Strip Loin with tomato risotto

• Peach Cobbler with cinnamon gelato

Nectar (NEW)

• Tuna poke bowl

• Panna cotta

• Specialty smoothie

Beach Grub

• Grilled street corn

• Seafood bake

• Coastal-inspired bites

Yacht Grub

• Dips & charcuterie

• Chips and spreads

• Sparkling cocktails

BRUNCHCOT

• Avocado toast

• French toast

• Shrimp & grits-style brunch dishes

The Citrus Blossom

• Citrus-braised dishes

• Citrus desserts (like orange/lemon sweets)

• Cinna Poppers

Pineapple Promenade

• DOLE Whip variations

• Spicy hot dog

• Frozen Violet Lemonade (fan favorite)

Honey Bee-stro

• Honey chicken

• Honey cheesecake

• Honey wines & meads

Trowel & Trellis (Plant-Based)

• Grilled veggies

• Impossible-based dishes

• Seasonal plant-forward plates

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Jardin de Fiestas

• Taco options (like squid taco)

• Mexican street food

Lan Yuan

• Sha Cha Beef Bao Bun (NEW)

• Chinese-inspired bites

Bauernmarkt (Germany)

• Potato pancakes

• Sausage dishes

• Apple strudel

Primavera Kitchen

• Pasta dishes

• Italian small plates

Magnolia Terrace

• Blackened Shrimp Po’ Boy (NEW)

• Grilled Gulf oysters

• Spicy chicken gumbo

• Bananas Foster bread pudding

Funnel Cake

• Specialty funnel cake (festival flavors like Bananas Foster)

Hanami

• Frushi (fruit sushi – fan favorite)

• Japanese street bites

Tangierine Café

• Grilled kebabs

• Moroccan wraps

• Mediterranean plates

La Isla Fresca

• Ceviche

• Caribbean-style dishes

Fleur de Lys

• Croissant au fromage

• Duck confit

• French pastries

Northern Bloom

• Beef tenderloin tips

• Mushroom sauce dishes

• Canadian-inspired comfort food

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Topiaries You Can’t Miss

A topiary is a living sculpture made from carefully trimmed plants, shrubs, and greenery shaped into detailed designs, like your favorite Disney characters

At EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival, these aren’t just decorations, they’re works of art created by Disney horticulturists using thousands of plants to bring each character to life.

Save This: Topiary Checklist Printable

Festival Fun Facts (You’ll Want to Know)

• Disney horticulture teams maintain millions of plants during the festival

• Some topiaries take months to design and grow

• The festival now rivals Food & Wine in booth count

• There is often a butterfly garden experience inside EPCOT

• Flowers are swapped and refreshed throughout the festival to keep everything looking perfect

• Early mornings = best lighting + lowest crowds for photos

• The Violet Lemonade is one of the most Instagrammed drinks in EPCOT