Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt is returning to EPCOT for the 2026 holiday season. Disney has announced the dates and price, and the activity will once again be part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.
Dates
The scavenger hunt runs from November 27 through December 30, 2026. The Festival of the Holidays begins November 27, the day after Thanksgiving, as the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival wraps up.
Price
Maps and stickers cost $11.99 plus tax, the same as last year. EPCOT festival scavenger hunts rose from $9.99 to $11.99 during the 2025 Food & Wine Festival, and the price has stayed there since. This fall’s Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit was also $11.99.
About the Hunt
Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition first appeared at EPCOT in 2020 and has returned every year since. Guests search World Showcase for Olaf figures, with each one tied to a holiday tradition from that pavilion’s country.
In 2024, there were 13 Olaf figures to find, including a stop at CommuniCore Hall. Disney hasn’t revealed the 2026 locations.
How to Play
Start by buying a map and stickers at select EPCOT shops, including Creations Shop and Disney Traders. As you explore World Showcase, look for Olaf in each pavilion and place a sticker on your map to mark the tradition he’s discovered.
You don’t need to find every Olaf to finish. When you’re done, take your map to Disney Traders, Creations Shop, or World Traveler to redeem it for a keepsake Disney calls “worth melting for!”
This Year’s Prize
Disney hasn’t shown the 2026 keepsake yet. In 2024, guests received Frozen character stencils for decorating a seasonal drink.
Rules to Know
Each guest can buy up to five maps, and each map can be redeemed for one keepsake. Redemption is available through December 30, 2026, or while supplies last, so finishing earlier in the festival is a safer bet.
Valid EPCOT admission is required, and a theme park reservation may be needed depending on your ticket.
Why It’s Great for Families
The scavenger hunt gives families a reason to explore every corner of World Showcase together. Kids stay engaged looking for Olaf, and everyone gets a chance to learn about holiday traditions from around the world. It also pairs well with the festival’s Holiday Kitchens, letting guests snack their way around the lagoon while they search.
Planning Tips
Go early in the festival to make sure keepsakes are still available. Plan a route around World Showcase so you don’t double back. Take photos with the Olaf figures along the way, and don’t worry if you miss one or two, since you’ll still receive a prize.
Final Thoughts
Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition is an easy, affordable way to add some extra holiday fun to an EPCOT visit. With the same price as last year and a new keepsake on the way, it’s a great activity for families this season.
Will you be joining Olaf’s holiday adventure at EPCOT?
