Disney has revealed the official dates for the upcoming 3oth Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. The event is set to enchant visitors from March 5 to June 2, 2025, showcasing the vibrant beauty of spring across the Epcot grounds.
What is the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival?
The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is an annual event held at Walt Disney World Resort’s Epcot. This vibrant and colorful festival celebrates spring with a unique blend of beautiful gardens, floral displays, topiaries, live music, and culinary delights.
At the heart of the festival are the stunning floral arrangements and gardens that transform Epcot into a floral paradise. Guests can admire millions of blossoms, including creatively designed topiaries that feature beloved Disney characters. These topiaries, crafted with intricate detail, are a highlight of the festival, showcasing characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and characters from classic Disney films, arranged in artistic garden settings.
The Flower and Garden Festival is also known for its Outdoor Kitchens, offering a variety of flavor-rich cuisine and drinks. These kiosks provide a culinary tour of the world, with each booth featuring dishes and beverages inspired by different countries and regions. The focus on fresh, garden-inspired ingredients makes dining at the festival a unique experience.
Another key element of the festival is the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Held at the America Gardens Theater, this concert series features a range of musical acts, from classic bands to contemporary artists, providing entertainment for guests as they enjoy the festival’s offerings.
Interactive play gardens and educational exhibits offer family-friendly activities and learning opportunities, making the festival a dynamic experience for visitors of all ages. Special merchandise, unique to the festival, is also available, including apparel, accessories, and garden decorations.
Overall, the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is a celebration of nature, creativity, and culinary arts, bringing together the magic of Disney with the beauty of spring in a truly unforgettable setting.
Flower and Garden Festival 2025 Highlights:
The 2025 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival, spanning 90 days, will present a mesmerizing array of experiences:
- New Topiaries for 2025: This year introduces new topiaries featuring Moana and Inside Out 2 and, although not technically new, the Phineas and Ferb topiaries return after a lengthy absense.
- Returning Favorites: Fan-favorite topiaries will make a comeback, including Figment, Snow White, Elsa & Anna, Tiana, and classic Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy.
- Butterfly Landing: An immersive walkthrough butterfly garden featuring dozens of species in a vibrant, tropical setting.
- Themed Gardens Across the Park: Guests can explore specialty gardens like the Global Gardens, featuring international plants, and the Floating Gardens, where colorful flowerbeds float in the ponds near Future World.
Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Kitchens
Embracing the spirit of spring, the Festival will feature various outdoor kitchens offering unique, themed dishes. Notable kitchens include The Citrus Blossom, Epcot Farmers Feast, and The Honey Bee-stro, each featuring gardens of herbs and produce.
As of February 23, the 2025 outdoor kitchens have not been officially announced, but here is a quick list of the 2024 Epcot outdoor kitchens:
- Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market (Germany pavilion)
- The Citrus Blossom (The Odyssey)
- Epcot Farmers Feast (Near Test Track)
- BRUNCHCOT (Near Test Track)
- Fleur de Lys (France pavilion)
- Florida Fresh (Near Disney Traders)
- Hanami (Japan pavilion)
- The Honey Bee-stro (Near Port of Entry)
- Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico pavilion)
- La Isla Fresca (Between Morocco and France pavilions)
- Lotus House (China pavilion)
- Magnolia Terrace (American Adventure)
- Northern Bloom (Canada pavilion)
- Pineapple Promenade (Near Port of Entry)
- Primavera Kitchen (Italy pavilion)
- Tangierine Café (Morocco pavilion)
- Trowel & Trellis (Near Disney Traders)
Flower and Garden Festival Musical Performances
The America Gardens Theatre will host an exciting lineup of performances during the festival. Concerts are scheduled at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM on select dates.
Here is a list of the 2025 Garden Rocks performers:
- March 7-8: Tommy DeCarlo, former lead singer of Boston
- March 9-10: Air Supply
- March 14-15: Blue October
- March 16-17: Rick Springfield
- March 21-22: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
- March 23-24: 38 Special
- March 28-29: Jason Scheff, longtime singer of Chicago
- March 30-31: TBA
- April 4-5: THE ORCHESTRA Starring ELO and ELO Part II Former Members
- April 6-7: Sugar Ray
- April 11-12: Simple Plan
- April 13-14: Jo Dee Messina
- April 18-19: Mike DelGuidice
- April 20-21: A Flock of Seagulls
- April 25-26: Taylor Dayne
- April 27-28: 98 Degrees
- May 2-5: Plain White T’s
- May 9-10: Jon Secada
- May 11-12: Maverick City Music (new for 2025)
- May 16-17: The Spinners
- May 18-19: The Pointer Sisters
- May 23-24: The Outlaws (new for 2025)
- May 25-26: Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles
- May 30-31: The Cat Empire (new for 2025)
- June 1-2: We The Kingdom (new for 2025)
Ticket Details
For more information about the 3oth Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, call 407/W-DISNEY (934-7639). As the festival nears, more details will be available at here. The festival, including all gardens and exhibits, is included in regular Epcot admission.
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