EPCOT Comes Alive with Artful Magic for the 2025 International Festival of the Arts
The 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has kicked off in spectacular style, and the park is brimming with creativity, color, and charm. Running from January 17 through February 24, the festival celebrates art in every form, offering vibrant photo ops, dazzling entertainment, and culinary masterpieces..
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Festival Banners and World Showcase Magic
Four distinct festival banner designs adorn the lampposts around World Showcase. Featuring iconic imagery like hot air balloons, paint tubes with rainbow spills, and Figment wielding a paintbrush, these banners highlight the festival’s creative spirit with vibrant colors and the word “Arts” in bold rainbow lettering.
Returning Favorites and New Photo Opportunities
Two beloved step-in photo ops are back on the bridge to World Showcase. Guests can immerse themselves in the enchanting scene from Sleeping Beauty, dancing alongside Briar Rose’s animal friends dressed as Prince Phillip against a lush forest backdrop. Nearby, the whimsical Mary Poppins photo op returns, complete with bowtie-wearing penguins and a delightful tea party setting under a tree.
Over at the Italy Pavilion, art enthusiasts can step into iconic works like Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and Edvard Munch’s The Scream. Meanwhile, outside The American Adventure, Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze takes a playful twist, allowing guests to become part of Washington’s courageous crew.
Additional step-in masterpieces include:
- International Gateway: Luncheon of the Boating Party by Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
- Near Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana: A brand-new Moana photo op celebrates the titular heroine amidst an oceanic backdrop.
Chalk Art, Live Entertainment, and CommuniCore Plaza Highlights
The bridge to World Showcase has once again come to life, as professional artists have installed vibrant chalk creations. Just beyond the bridge, the Kids Chalk Art station invites young artists to unleash their imaginations, with plenty of space to draw on blackboards and pavement.
CommuniCore Plaza takes center stage for live entertainment, featuring a creatively adorned stage with giant paint tubes and a striking purple EPCOT International Festival of the Arts sign. Mickey-shaped paint blobs add a whimsical touch to the painter’s palette-inspired sign. Giant paintbrushes, rainbow-wrapped light columns, and colorful props further enhance the artistic vibe. Nearby, the Disney Fine Art tent by Collectors Editions showcases stunning works for art lovers to admire or purchase.
Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey Pavilion
The beloved Figment makes his mark once again with Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey Pavilion. The exterior features rainbow-themed decals and Figment artwork, creating a cheerful and inviting atmosphere. Inside, guests will find a haven for food and creativity at the festival’s Food Studio.
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Celebrate the Arts at EPCOT
With its dazzling array of art, entertainment, and immersive experiences, the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a celebration of imagination and creativity like no other. Whether you’re stepping into famous paintings, marveling at live performances, or savoring artistic cuisine, there’s something to delight every guest. Be sure to visit EPCOT before the festival ends on February 24, 2025, to soak up all the artistic magic!
