When Disney decides to refresh something, it rarely does so quietly. The company knows how to stir excitement, whether it’s a new attraction or a parade that brings crowds rushing in. This time, however, the update is all about food.
EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival, already one of the park’s biggest fall draws, is about to get even better. Starting September 28, two massive updates are coming, giving fans a reason to circle the date on their calendars and maybe even rebook a visit.
What Makes the Festival So Popular
EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival has built a reputation for being more than just a chance to eat. Guests explore booth after booth, trying everything from savory seafood to decadent desserts, while sipping wines and cocktails from across the globe.
The festival creates an atmosphere that blends music, food, and celebration. With the “Eat to the Beat” concert series and cooking demonstrations sprinkled in, it’s easy to see why this event is considered the highlight of EPCOT’s year.
For many fans, planning a trip to EPCOT in the fall isn’t even a question—it’s tradition. That’s why adding two new booths isn’t just a menu tweak—it’s something that reinvigorates the festival as a whole.
Coastal Eats Makes Its Return
One of the significant updates is the debut of Coastal Eats. Though it was missing when the festival opened, it will finally arrive on September 28 in World Discovery. Its focus is comforting seafood dishes with a creative twist.
The menu features a Lump Crab Cake with Cajun-spiced slaw and rémoulade, a Peruvian Ceviche that blends mahi mahi, shrimp, and sweet potato, and a hearty Seaside Pot Pie filled with shrimp, scallops, and crawfish tails.
Pair those with the Boyd & Blair Pomegranate Codder or the new Rileys Lookout Sauvignon Blanc, and you’ve got a booth that seafood lovers won’t want to miss. It’s the kind of lineup that reminds you Disney never cuts corners regarding detail.
Gyozas of the Galaxy Blasts Off
The second addition, Gyozas of the Galaxy, brings something bold and inventive. Forget standard dumplings—this booth pushes the boundaries with imaginative fillings and flavors. Choices include Buffalo-style Dumplings, French Onion Soup-style Dumplings, and even Street Corn-style Dumplings.
Drinks also get their own spotlight here. The tropical Pineapple Colada and a crisp Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Gris give guests something refreshing to sip while they try these unique creations. The dumplings and beverages make this booth one of the most exciting debuts in years.
EPCOT’s Festival Lineup
The Food & Wine Festival may get the spotlight now, but it’s far from the only event on EPCOT’s calendar. Winter brings the Festival of the Arts, spring welcomes the Flower & Garden Festival, and the holidays showcase festive foods and cultural traditions worldwide.
These festivals ensure EPCOT is never the same from season to season, and each one attracts its own loyal fanbase.
Why Fans Care
Disney could have left the festival as it was, but adding these booths demonstrates its commitment to keeping experiences fresh. Guests who visited earlier now have new reasons to return, and those arriving later in the season get the complete package.
For a park that thrives on innovation, these updates prove that EPCOT is constantly evolving and that Disney listens to guest demand for variety.
Come September 28, the International Food & Wine Festival will not only continue but expand in delicious new ways, ensuring it stays the crown jewel of EPCOT’s seasonal events.
