There is almost always some kind of festival going on in EPCOT, and here’s the thing – WE ARE HERE FOR IT.

Festivals bring all kinds of NEW food to try, as well as fun entertainment and activities. The next festival this year is the 2023 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival. Now that we know the dates for the festival, let’s look at everything confirmed for it!

The 2023 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival will take place from March 1st through July 5th. One thing that will be returning are the pretty gardens and topiaries, but this year, some NEW topiaries will debut. For the first time EVER, characters from Encanto will be turned into beautiful plant-based sculptures. Guests will get to see topiaries of Mirabel, Antonio, Isabel, and Luisa — you’ll find them near the main entrance of EPCOT.

But wait, because even MORE new topiaries will show up this year. You’ll find a Princess Tiana topiary in The American Adventure Pavilion. Don’t worry, though, many of your favorite topiaries are also returning, including Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, Figment, Anna and Elsa, and more.

The Garden Rocks series will also return this year, with popular bands that span the decades taking the stage and performing their biggest hits for guests at the American Gardens Theater in The American Adventure pavilion.

Disney just released the FULL lineup of artists, and you can check them out here!

Click here to learn about the DINING PACKAGES for the Garden Rocks Concert Series.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a festival without all those amazing food booths — this year will feature more than 15 outdoor food kitchens — and yes, before you even ask, Citrus Blossom will be returning this year, but will have a new location at Odyssey.

Now, we have the full menus for all of the food booths at this festival!

Click here to see all the food booths and menus at the 2023 Flower & Garden Festival.

You want merchandise? Well, you’ll be able to get your hands on TONS of new Orange Bird merchandise, including clothes, hats, mugs, and more!

Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration will also return this year. This scavenger hunt leads guests through the gardens of the festival in search of Spike the Bee. You’ll be able to purchase a special map to add stickers to when you find him — when it’s all filled out, you can turn it in for a prize.

The Garden Graze will be returning as well! You can purchase five plant-based dishes from the list of qualifying snacks and get stamps in your Festival Passport along the way. You’ll return your passport for a free PRIZE at the end!

Last year, the prize was DOLE Whip in a souvenir cup, and we can’t wait to find out what the 2023 prize will be.

Click here to learn more about the Garden Graze activity.

The Egg-Stravaganza will also be returning! To take part in this scavenger hunt, you’ll need to pick up your map and stickers at select merchandise locations for $9.99 plus tax. This kicks off on March 13th!

These locations haven’t been released yet, but in the past, we have found them at Gateway Gifts, Creations Shop, and Pin Traders. Once you have your map and stickers, you’ll look for hidden eggs around the park.

Learn More About the Egg-Stravaganza Here

Finally, you’ll be able to enjoy garden scents at the Blossoms of Fragrance Garden presented by Scentsy. This is where you’ll find those gorgeous butterfly topiaries, but you’ll also get to visit six scent stations to take in the aroma of spring.

We’ll let you know what other fun activities and entertainment Disney announces for the festival, so stay tuned to DFB for more!

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Here’s How To Make a Delicious EPCOT Festival Treat at Home!

Will you be attending this year’s EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival? Let us know in the comments!