Why You Shouldn't Miss the 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival
Looking for the perfect reason to plan a spring Orlando vacation? Look no further than the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival this spring.
The popular Walt Disney World theme park is known for its dynamic, over-the-top festivals throughout the year, and the Flower and Garden Festival is no exception.
In 2026, you can expect another festival full of creative cuisine, immersive garden-themed experiences, and exciting entertainment.
Here's why you shouldn't miss the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival this spring.
Key Takeaways
- EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 101
- Lush Gardens and Greenery
- Garden Rocks Concert Series
- Fresh Food and Drinks
- Preparing for your Visit
- Stay Close to the Festival Fun at Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 101
Held every spring, admission to EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival is included with every EPCOT ticket.
This year's extravagant festival will be held from March 4 to June 1, 2026.
The International Flower & Garden Festival delights guests with captivating garden displays brimming with fresh foliage and whimsical sculptures of beloved Disney characters.
This festival is the perfect Disney event for fanatics and foodies alike to come together and explore a world of enticing flavors and alluring garden displays.
The beautiful Orlando springtime weather makes a trip to the International Flower & Garden Festival even more enjoyable.
Lush Gardens and Greenery
Guests from around the world may be drawn to EPCOT for the food and drinks, but they stay for the garden displays and springtime Disney magic.
The International Flower & Garden festival features over 70 intricately cultivated topiaries of animated Disney characters, as well as plenty of global garden exhibits and educational opportunities.
As you travel through each pavilion of the World Showcase, be sure to enjoy the lush likenesses of familiar Disney friends like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Buzz Lightyear, Elsa and Anna, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Winnie the Pooh and friends, and so many more.
In addition to characters, you can also enjoy flourishing flowerbeds and exotic gardens from bold bromeliads to the China Zodiac Garden. Exhibits like the Honey Bee-stro share lessons on the importance of honeybees accompanied by sweet and savory honey treats.
Throughout the Flower & Garden Festival, you’ll find over 30 million beautiful flowers bringing color and beauty to an already gorgeous theme park.
Garden Rocks Concert Series
Get ready to rock at the festival’s Garden Rocks Concert Series.
Extraordinary plant life aside, the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is an opportunity for Disney to host an array of musical artists.
The Garden Rocks Concert Series typically holds concerts daily at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8 p.m., with performances from both internationally recognized artists and local Orlando bands.
While the 2026 lineup has yet to be released, the 2025 festival featured performances from artists like Rick Springfield, The Pointer Sisters, Plain White T’s, and 98 Degrees.
Fresh Food and Drinks
EPCOT has a reputation as the most foodie-friendly Disney theme park in Orlando.
During the International Flower & Garden Festival, you’ll find outdoor kitchens scattered throughout the park. Over 180 exclusive dishes await, featuring fresh and colorful ingredients.
You’ll also find refreshing cocktails and mocktails on the menu, perfect for sipping as you stroll.
Check out the official festival Foodie Guide so you can plan ahead and pick out your must-have treats before you even get to EPCOT.
The 2026 Foodie Guide hasn’t been released just yet, but check out 2025’s Foodie Guide to get an idea of the deliciousness you can expect this year!
Preparing for Your Visit
Whether you’re coming to EPCOT explicitly for the International Flower & Garden Festival or you’re a passholder making your rounds at the Disney parks, you’ll want to know what you’ll need for the ultimate park experience.
Figuring out what to eat is an easy feat with a Garden Rocks Dining Package, which ensures you an appetizer, entree, and dessert or one full buffet/family style meal and a nonalcoholic beverage from one of 14 participating restaurants.
The Garden Rocks Dining Package also guarantees a seat to one Garden Rocks concert on the same day, so you don’t have to worry about missing out on your favorite artist.
Participating restaurants in 2025 included Biergarten Restaurant, Le Cellier Steakhouse, Spice Road Table, and even character dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall.
To make your festival experience even more seamless, you can grab the Festival Passport online in the Disney app. The passport is a small booklet that contains checklists for everything available at the International Flower & Garden Festival, from topiaries and gardens to places to dine.
There’s also a pay-to-play scavenger hunt available that is great for keeping guests of all ages entertained and engaged in the theme park.
Stay Close to the Festival Fun at Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista
A trip to Disney can be pricey, but that doesn't mean your hotel stay has to stretch your budget.
Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista is an affordable hotel conveniently located near all four Disney parks and Disney Springs.
We offer free shuttle services to and from select theme parks, including EPCOT, making transportation one less thing to worry about on your Orlando vacation.
Feed the whole family with our Kids Eat Free program at Boardwalk Buffet, where kids under 5 dine for free with each paying adult.
Plus, with exciting amenities like the kid-friendly Ozzie’s Splash Zone, three refreshing outdoor pools, and a video arcade room, the fun doesn’t have to end at the Disney parks.
Book your budget-friendly stay at Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista today.