Spring officially takes root at EPCOT when the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival returns March 4 through June 1, 2026. This fan favorite celebration brings together lush gardens, playful character topiaries, fresh seasonal flavors, live music, and interactive experiences that make EPCOT one of the best places to welcome spring at Walt Disney World Resort.
From colorful floral displays to outdoor kitchens and concerts included with park admission, the festival offers something for every kind of Disney fan.
Topiaries, Gardens, and Immersive Displays
More than 60 Disney character topiaries will bloom across EPCOT, greeting guests throughout World Celebration, World Discovery, World Nature, and World Showcase. Expect to see favorites like Buzz, Woody, Bo Peep, Lotso, Stitch, Mike and Sulley, Lightning McQueen, and Mater, alongside over 31 gardens and floral exhibits designed to inspire and delight.
Returning interactive favorites include Butterfly Landing presented by AdventHealth, the playful Camp Get Out ’N’ Play Garden presented by OFF! Repellents, Blossoms of Fragrance presented by Scentsy, the English Tea Garden presented by Twinings, and the Honey Bee-stro Garden hosted by the National Honey Board. New for 2026 are Pluto’s Pet Friendly Garden, the Wildlife Crossing Garden, and the Trendy Tropicals Garden.
CommuniCore Hall adds a nighttime twist with Spike’s Garden, transforming from sunlit blooms by day to glowing fireflies and moonlit flowers after dark.
Garden Rocks Concert Series
Live music returns to the America Gardens Theatre with the 2026 Garden Rocks Concert Series, featuring performances every weekend and select weekdays. The lineup spans decades and genres, from pop and rock to soul and contemporary Christian music.
Highlights include Simple Plan, Billy Ocean, The Commodores, Sugar Ray, Air Supply, 98 Degrees, Plain White T’s, Queensrÿche, Maverick City Music, and several new additions making their Garden Rocks debut. Concerts are included with EPCOT admission, with seating available on a first come, first served basis.
Guests looking for guaranteed seating can book a Garden Rocks Dining Package, pairing a meal at select EPCOT restaurants with reserved concert seating.
Outdoor Kitchens and Festival Flavors
Outdoor Kitchens return with fresh, garden inspired dishes and drinks from around the world. Fan favorites and new menu items will be available throughout the festival, with an official Foodie Guide arriving closer to opening day. Guests can also take part in the Garden Graze food stroll by collecting stamps in the Festival Passport as they snack their way around EPCOT.
Family Friendly Fun
The festival is packed with experiences for younger guests, including Spike’s Pollen Nation Exploration scavenger hunt, the returning Eggstravaganza during spring, and hands on garden spaces designed for play and discovery.
With vibrant topiaries, seasonal flavors, and a packed concert lineup, the 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival once again turns springtime at EPCOT into a celebration of color, creativity, and fresh fun. More details, including Outdoor Kitchen menus and merchandise, will be shared on the Disney Parks Blog as opening day approaches.
Janine is a theme park and pop culture nerd from an early age. Since 1994, she’s been traversing the theme park world and has enjoyed all things from Halloween events to new ride releases and beyond. When she’s not at a theme park, she’s probably at a concert or doing something fun with her kiddo.