2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts dates just dropped – here's what sensory-friendly families need to know

Hey parents!

If you've got a little artist or Broadway fan in your family, EPCOT's Festival of the Arts is worth checking out. The 2026 dates are January 17 – February 23.

Here's what makes it different from other EPCOT festivals:

The good stuff:

• Disney on Broadway concerts (included with park admission)
• Interactive art activities kids can actually do
• Food booths with smaller portions (easier for picky eaters to try new things)
• Art displays all around World Showcase
• Paint-by-number murals, chalk art, and hands-on stations

Sensory stuff to know:

• The concerts get loud and crowded (but they're only 15-20 minutes)
• Figment's Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt is a calmer activity
• Mornings are quieter if your kid needs less stimulation
• Food booths are outdoors, so less overwhelming than sit-down restaurants

My take: This festival feels more interactive than Food & Wine. If your kid loves art class or music, they'll probably enjoy it. If crowds are hard, go early or skip the concert times.

I wrote up all the details, food options, and planning tips here: https://sensoryfriendlyvacations.com/2026-epcot-festival-of-the-arts-dates-food-disney-on-broadway-more/

Anyone been to this festival before? What did your kids think?