The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival returns from 10 March to 31 May 2027, an 83-day celebration of spring at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It's included with standard EPCOT admission, so there's no separate festival ticket to book.
Expect the return of Disney's character topiaries, themed gardens, Outdoor Kitchens and the Garden Rocks Concert Series, with fuller details due from Disney closer to the festival.
When is the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2027?
The 2027 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival runs from Wednesday 10 March to Monday 31 May 2027, starting slightly later than the 2026 festival (which opened 4 March) and finishing at almost the same point as last year.
It's the longest-running of EPCOT's four annual festivals, giving you plenty of flexibility if you're planning a spring visit around it. It also follows straight on from the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, which closes on 1 March 2027, so guests visiting in early March may catch the changeover between the two.
Gardens and Topiaries
What sets Flower & Garden apart from EPCOT's other festivals is the floral artistry created by Disney's horticulture team. As you explore World Showcase, you can expect to spot beloved Disney characters recreated entirely from plants, alongside themed gardens exploring pollination, sustainability and gardening traditions from around the world.
Disney has confirmed that character topiaries and themed garden exhibits return for 2027, though the full 2027 line-up hasn't been announced yet.
Recent festivals have featured favourites including Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and Friends, and characters from Coco and Encanto, along with dedicated spaces such as Butterfly Landing and the English Tea Garden - a good indication of the variety to expect, even though the confirmed 2027 list is still to come!
Outdoor Kitchens
It wouldn't be an EPCOT festival without a menu to match, and Flower & Garden's Outdoor Kitchens are confirmed to return for 2027 with both returning favourites and new dishes. The emphasis tends to be on fresh, fragrant, spring-inspired dishes drawn from destinations around World Showcase.
The full 2027 Outdoor Kitchen menu and locations haven't been released yet. We will update this guide with the complete Foodie Guide as soon as Disney confirms it.
Garden Rocks Concert Series
Once the sun starts to set, the America Gardens Theatre comes alive with the Garden Rocks Concert Series, mixing well-known touring artists with local Orlando talent.
Here's what's confirmed so far:
| What's confirmed | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue | America Gardens Theatre, American Adventure pavilion |
| Format | A changing mix of headline performers and Orlando-area local acts |
| Admission | Included with standard EPCOT admission; seating is first-come, first-served |
| Dining packages | Available for guaranteed seating, on sale at a later date |
| 2027 performer line-up | Not yet announced |
What's Not Yet Confirmed for 2027
Disney's initial announcement covers the festival dates and format, but plenty is still to come. As of this update, these remain unconfirmed:
- Full topiary and garden line-up
- Outdoor Kitchen menus, locations and pricing
- Garden Rocks performer line-up and schedule
- Dining package pricing and booking dates
- 2027 festival merchandise
- Any food-trail or scavenger-hunt style activities (such as past years' Garden Graze or Spike's Pollen-Nation Exploration) — not yet confirmed to return for 2027
We will keep this guide updated as Disney releases each piece!
FAQs
When does the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival run in 2027?
From 10 March to 31 May 2027, an 83-day festival celebrating spring at EPCOT.
Do I need a separate ticket for Flower & Garden?
No. The festival is included with valid EPCOT admission. You don't need to buy anything extra to enjoy the gardens, topiaries and concerts, though Outdoor Kitchen dishes, merchandise and dining packages are paid separately.
Is Flower & Garden included with a Walt Disney World ticket?
Yes. Disney's own guidance confirms that the festival is included with valid EPCOT admission, and that a park reservation may be required depending on your ticket type.
Our Walt Disney World tickets are designed to make this easy: simply choose your ticket start date and no further park reservations are needed. The 7-Day Magic Ticket is valid across a 15-day window, and the 14-Day Magic Ticket gives an 18-day window to use your 14 days of entry.
If you're heading to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida next spring, a day exploring the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is well worth building into your trip. The festival is included with every Walt Disney World ticket, along with admission to the rest of Walt Disney World Resort's four theme parks.
Browse the full range on our Walt Disney World Resort tickets page and start planning your 2027 visit!
