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Complete Guide - Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

February 05, 2024

Complete Guide - Epcot Flower and Garden Festival


Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 


February 28 to May 27, 2024!


Garden Graze




Use your Festival Passport as your guide on this fun food stroll featuring several tasty dishes. Once you’ve tried at least 5 Garden Graze items—and collected a stamp for each—you can bring your Festival Passport to Pineapple Promenade, where you’ll receive a specialty treat!

Locations and Menu Items

  • Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market (Germany Pavilion)
  • Potato Pancakes with House-Made Apple Sauce

  • BRUNCHCOT (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet)
  • Avocado Toast with Marinated Tomatoes and Plant-Based Cheese Crumbles on Toasted Ciabatta

  • EPCOT Farmers Feast (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet)
  • Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread and Plant-Based Cheese

  • Florida Fresh (Near Disney Traders) Florida Strawberry Shortcake

  • La Isla Fresca (Between the France and Morocco Pavilions)
  • Coconut Tres Leches: Vanilla Cake soaked with Oat, Almond and Coconut Milks topped with Toasted Coconut

  • Refreshment Outpost  
  • Seasonal Fruit Parfait with Sweet Chili Sauce and Mango DOLE Whip®

  • Refreshment Port (Near Canada Pavilion)
  • Plant-Based Buffalo Chicken Tender Poutine on Crispy Potato Barrels with Plant-Based Ranch and Blue Cheese Crumbles

  • Trowel & Trellis (Near Disney Traders)
  • Impossible™ Farmhouse Meatball with Lentil Bread, Spinach, Marinated Vegetables and Creamy Herb Aioli

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Fun for Kids of all Ages


Explore a whimsical butterfly garden and set out on a lively scavenger hunt.


Butterfly Landing 

Observe many species of butterflies up close in a kaleidoscope of color. Located near Imagination! in World Nature.

Scavenger Hunts 

Stroll around EPCOT on a fun-filled scavenger hunt. Choose from 2 adventures:

  • Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration: Follow Spike the Bee along his pollination trail, where Spike will “bee” busy collecting nectar and pollinating gardens.

  • Egg-Stravaganza Hunt: Embark on a delightful hunt for eye-catching eggs—each resembling a beloved bunny rabbit. This experience is only available for a limited time.

Here’s how to get started:

  1. Purchase your scavenger hunt map and stickers at select merchandise locations for $9.99 plus tax (available while supplies last).
  2. Search high and low for Spike or for colorful eggs (depending on the hunt) around EPCOT, then add a sticker to your map after each discovery.
  3. At the end of your journey, take the map to Disney Traders, Creations Shop or World Traveler and receive a surprise.  

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Garden Rocks Concert Series


Get in the Groove


Move your feet to fresh, hot beats during a Garden Rocks concert! Catch show-stopping performances from globally recognized artists and talented local acts.


  • Location: America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT
  • Dates: February 28 to May 27, 2024
  • Showtimes: 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM

The Vybe


February 28 and 29


Bassist, singer and songwriter Jason Scheff seated on a couch

Richard Marx


March 3 and 4

Singer and songwriter Richard Marx

Evolution Motown


March 5, 6 and 7

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Berlin


March 8 and 9

Terri Nunn and other members of the band Berlin


Rick Springfield


March 10 and 11

Artist Rick Springfield sits with his guitar resting on his lap

Dian Diaz


March 12, 13 and 14

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Modern English – New!


March 15 and 16

Members of the band Modern English

The Commodores


March 17 and 18

Members of the band The Commodores


Foreigners Journey


March 19, 20 and 21

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

The Orchestra


March 22, 23, 24 and 25

Seven members of The Orchestra, starring former members of the group E L O

Funkafied


March 26, 27 and 28

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Mike DelGuidice


March 29 and 30

Musical artist Mike DelGuidice singing into a microphone as he plays a piano


The Pointer Sisters


March 31


Members of the pop group The Pointer Sisters

The Female Collective


April 2, 3 and 4

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Blue October


April 5 and 6

Blue October

Crowder – New!


April 7 and 8

Contemporary Christian music artist David Crowder sits in a chair at a mixing board in a studio


The Hooligans


April 9, 10 and 11

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Jo Dee Messina


April 12 and 13

Country artist Jo Dee Messina holding her guitar

A Flock of Seagulls


April 14 and 15

Mike Score of the group A Flock of Seagulls holds a pair of glasses above his head

The M-80’s


April 16, 17 and 18

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage


Plain White T’s


April 19, 20, 21 and 22

Four members of the rock band Plain White T’s walking on a dirt road

The Champagne Orchestra


April 23, 24 and 25

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas


April 26 and 27

Starship

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone


April 28 and 29

Peter Noone, lead singer for Herman’s Hermits, holding a microphone as he sings


Southbound


April 30

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage



A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Monsieur Periné


May 3

Two members of the musical ensemble Monsieur Perine

Raul Acosta & Oro Solido with Luisito Ayala y la Puerto Rican Power – New!


May 4

Raul Acosta

Raul Acosta & Oro Solido with Magic Juan – New!


May 5

Raul Acosta


Fonseca – New!


May 6

Fonseca, a Colombian singer and songwriter

Gilly & The Girl Band


May 7, 8 and 9

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Simple Plan


May 10, 11, 12 and 13

The members of the Canadian rock bank, Simple Plan

Element


May 14, 15 and 16

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage


The Spinners


May 17 and 18

Members of the rhythm and blues group The Spinners

Sister Hazel


May 19 and 20

The 5 members of Sister Hazel, an American alternative rock band, in front of the University of Florida’s Century Tower

Epic Live!


May 21, 22 and 23

A crowd cheers for musicians performing on a stage

Lit – New!


May 24 and 25

Four members of the Southern California rock band Lit sit by a pool


Casting Crowns


May 26 and 27



Dining Packages and Prices

Fabulous food and great music go hand in hand! Festivalgoers can enjoy the best of both worlds by booking a Garden Rocks Dining Package, which includes:

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Outdoor Kitchens


https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/flower-garden-outdoor-kitchens/




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Topiary Magic Awaits


Discover spectacular topiaries of beloved animals and Disney characters, cultivated with care by Disney horticulturists.

Here are this year’s displays and where you can find them:

  • Disney Film, Wish (Asha, Valentino and Star) – NEW!
  • Main Entrance
  • Figment, Flower Topiaries and Flower Towers
  • World Celebration – World Celebration Plaza
  • Huey, Dewey and Louie
  • World Celebration – World Celebration Plaza
  • Donald Duck 
  • World Celebration – Community Garden Near Connections Café in World Celebration
  • Bambi and Friends
  • World Discovery – Near Imagination! and Refreshment Port
  • Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy – NEW! 
  • World Discovery – Near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
  • Buzz Lightyear 
  • World Discovery – Near Mission: SPACE 
  • Woody, Bo Peep and Her Sheep 
  • World Nature – Between Imagination! and The Land Pavilion
  • Simba and Friends (Rafiki, Simba, Mufasa and Sarabi)
  • World Nature – Near The Land Pavilion
  • Pumbaa and Timon
  • World Nature – Near The Land Pavilion
  • Goofy
  • Rosewalk
  • Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Chip, Dale and Pluto
  • Bridge to World Showcase
  • Encanto (Mirabel, Antonio, Isabela and Luisa) 
  • World Showcase
  • Coco (Miguel and Dante) – NEW!
  • World Showcase – Mexico Pavilion
  • Anna and Elsa
  • World Showcase – Norway Pavilion
  • Troll
  • World Showcase – Norway Pavilion
  • Pandas
  • World Showcase – China Pavilion
  • Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
  • World Showcase – Germany Pavilion
  • Lady and the Tramp
  • World Showcase – Italy Pavilion
  • Tiana
  • World Showcase – The American Adventure Pavilion
  • Dragon
  • World Showcase – Japan Pavilion Near Torii Gate
  • Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy
  • World Showcase – Between France and Morocco Pavilions
  • Beauty and the Beast
  • World Showcase – France Pavilion
  • Lumiere and Cogsworth
  • World Showcase – France Pavilion
  • Butterfly and Flower Towers
  • World Showcase – International Gateway
  • Winnie the Pooh and Friends (Rabbit, Eeyore, Piglet and Tigger)
  • World Showcase – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Tinker Bell’s Fairy House Garden
  • World Showcase – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Peter Pan, Captain Hook and Tick Tock Croc
  • World Showcase – Between United Kingdom and Canada Pavilions
  • Geese
  • World Showcase – Canada Pavilion




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Global Gardens

Weave through dazzling flowerbeds, stumble upon exotic gardens, learn more about sustainable foods and celebrate the ways we can live in harmony with the natural world.



  • The Community Garden – World Celebration
  • Connect with the earth and each other at this celebration of a diverse and thriving communal garden plot.

  • Festival Blooms – World Celebration
  • Admire thousands of flowers that form colorful, living panoramas.

  • Connections Conservatory Garden – World Celebration Near Connections Eatery
  • Settle into this thoughtful garden full of floral inspirations for your indoor spaces.

  • Songbird Meadow Presented by Wild Birds Unlimited – World Discovery  
  • Songbirds are an important part of many ecosystems—including the one in your own backyard! Discover simple steps you can take at home to help these feathered friends thrive.

  • Camp Get Out ‘N’ Play Garden Presented by OFF! – World Discovery
  • Bring the entire family to explore this camp-themed garden where little ones are invited to jump, play and climb.

  • Prehistoric Garden – World Discovery Near Mission: SPACE
  • Imagine life on Earth 65 million years ago with astounding plant life that’s thrived since the age of the dinosaurs.

  • Floating Gardens – World Nature
  • Peer upon more than 170 petite plots drifting on the ponds that border the bridge to World Showcase.

  • Bold Bromeliads – World Nature in The Land Pavilion
  • Observe a variety of unique and colorful plants that can adapt to a wide range of climates and conditions.

  • Butterfly Landing Presented by AdventHealth – World Nature Near Imagination!
  • View a kaleidoscope of butterflies up close, in all their extraordinary color. Learn about butterfly lifecycles and maybe even see one emerge from its chrysalis. Closes at dusk.

  • The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board® – Rosewalk Near Imagination!
  • Learn about honeybees’ critical role in the environment, and delight in sweet and savory treats made possible by their hard work.

  • Blossoms of Fragrance Presented by Scentsy – World Showcase Bridge 
  • Follow your nose and form lasting memories with the help of fresh, unforgettable fragrances.

  • PB&J Garden presented by Smucker’s Uncrustables® – World Showcase Bridge – NEW!
  • Follow your nose and form lasting memories with the help of fresh, unforgettable fragrances.

  • Extraordinary Orchids – World Showcase – Mexico Pavilion
  • Set eyes on spectacular plants blooming in radiant color.

  • Desert Garden – World Showcase – Mexico Pavilion
  • Discover the special adaptations that allow plants in arid climates to adjust to the harshest of growing conditions.

  • Bamboo Garden – World Showcase – China Pavilion
  • Visit this garden to see bamboo in a variety of colors, patterns and sizes.

  • China Penjing Garden – World Showcase – China Pavilion – NEW!
  • Discover ancient Chinese art that recreates miniature landscapes.

  • Gnome Garden – World Showcase – Germany Pavilion – NEW!
  • Discover topiary versions of magical garden gnomes, originating from German folk tales.

  • Miniature Garden – World Showcase – Germany Pavilion
  • Appreciate the little things in this showcase of diminutive dwellings nestled in a forest of fine shrubs.

  • Garden Italiano – World Showcase – Italy Pavilion
  • From fresh spaghetti sauce to pizza toppings, this Tuscan kitchen garden features all the produce and herbs needed to create a classic Italian feast.

  • Bonsai Collection – World Showcase – Japan Pavilion
  • Learn about the art of bonsai, some of the finest living sculptures. Bonsai masters carefully shape and tend these miniature works of art, creating peace and balance with the earth.

  • Kokedema Garden – World Showcase – Japan Pavilion
  • Admire fresh expressions of an ancient Japanese art at this tranquil garden.

  • Shishi Odoshi – World Showcase – Japan Pavilion
  • Contemplate the methodical movement and soothing rhythm of this traditional Japanese bamboo water fountain.

  • Spice Garden – World Showcase – Morocco Pavilion
  • Discover how Eastern cultures flourished, trading signature spices and herb blends once considered more valuable than gold.

  • Bouquet Garden – World Showcase – France Pavilion 
  • See bountiful blooms perfect for a bouquet of cut flowers.

  • English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings® – World Showcase – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Unearth the history and art of tea-blending at this elegant English tea garden—featuring plants used in some of Twinings’ finest blends.

  • Shakespeare Garden – World Showcase – United Kingdom Pavilion
  • Explore the works of Shakespeare in this idyllic garden featuring excerpts from some of the bard’s most famous sonnets—and the dazzling flowers that influenced them.




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This years Merch


  • Orange Bird Collection: Spread the sunshine with adorable Orange Bird keepsakes in this collection featuring apparel, accessories, garden décor and more.

  • Coco Collection: Keep the inspiring words “Seize Your Moment” top of mind with this Coco-themed collection that includes apparel, headwear and home décor.

  • Butterfly Collection: Flutter through the butterfly garden alongside Minnie Mouse with items from this flowery collection.

  • Annual Passholder Collection: Enjoy Festival treasures featuring Spike the Bee on apparel, accessories and trading pins exclusive to our Annual Passholder family. 

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