The 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is back this spring from March 5 to June 2, 2025.
Marking its 30th year, this annual event transforms the park with stunning floral displays, Disney character topiaries, themed gardens, and a variety of fresh, seasonal culinary offerings.
My favorite bites this year included the Chocolate Mousse Terrarium with matcha crumble and chocolate soil at Trowel & Trellis and the Honey-glazed Cauliflower with honey-roasted carrot purée, wild rice pilaf, spring vegetables, honey-blistered grapes, and sunflower brittle at Honey Bee-stro. The Brunchcot was super busy and popular as always – the avocado toast was art!!
I enjoyed checking out the new CommuniCore as well – loved the blueberry crumble cake at the EPCOT Farmers Feast there.
New Things Happening in 2025 for Epcot Flower and Garden Festival
This year’s festival introduces several fresh attractions and experiences:
- New Entrance Topiary: A standout feature is the new topiary display at EPCOT’s main entrance, featuring characters from Moana 2—Moana, Maui, Heihei, and Pua.
- Returning Topiaries: The Phineas and Ferb topiaries are making a grand return, adding a nostalgic touch for fans. Other notable topiaries include Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy (near Cosmic Rewind), Miguel and Dante from Coco in the Mexico pavilion, and a new display of Asha, Valentino, and Star from Wish at the main entrance.
- Playalong Bay Play Garden: A new nautically inspired play area, presented by Smucker’s Uncrustables, pays homage to the Stormalong Bay pool at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. It’s designed for family fun with a high-seas adventure vibe.
- New Gardens: Look out for themed gardens like the “Inside Out 2” garden, which ties into Disney’s storytelling, and a new activation in CommuniCore Hall showcasing Disney Horticulture’s work on topiaries and flower towers.
- Garden Rocks Concert Series: The popular concert series at the America Gardens Theatre features new acts for 2025, including Maverick City Music (May 11-12), The Outlaws (May 23-24), The Cat Empire (May 30-31), and We The Kingdom (June 1-2), alongside returning favorites like Air Supply (March 9-10) and Rick Springfield. Performances occur nightly at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM.
New Dishes for 2025 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival
With 180 tasty bites available to try, every foodie will be able to find something delicious to enjoy, including the new Seafood Bake and S’mores Bar at Beach Grub.
The festival’s Outdoor Kitchens offer a range of fresh, garden-inspired dishes, with several new items confirmed for 2025.
- EPCOT Farmers Feast: Now located inside CommuniCore Hall, this booth will offer farm-fresh fare, that will change every few months during the festival season, with new dishes like:
- Scallop with spring pea risotto
- Blueberry Crumble Cake
Check out Disney Parks Blog for the full menu!
Additional Notes
- General Info: The festival is included with regular EPCOT admission, though food, merchandise, and some activities (like dining packages for Garden Rocks) cost extra. Festival Passports, available at the park entrance, guide you through the booths and activities.
- Crowd Tips: Weekdays, especially early in the festival, tend to have lower crowds compared to weekends or spring break periods. For the latest updates on menus, topiary locations, and concert schedules, keep an eye on the official Disney Parks Blog or the Walt Disney World website linked below.
This year’s festival blends tradition with fresh surprises, making it a must-visit for foodies, garden enthusiasts, and Disney fans alike!
For the most official and up-to-date information, visit the Walt Disney World website: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-flower-and-garden-festival/.
