Why the Cookie Stroll Needs to be an Epcot Must Do!

The Epcot Holiday Cookie Stroll: A Delicious Scavenger Hunt

The holidays at Walt Disney World are pure magic, but for many, the true star of the season is the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. And nestled within this festival is an activity that turns mere treat-tasting into a quintessential festive adventure: The Holiday Cookie Stroll!

Running from November 28 to December 30, 2025, the Cookie Stroll is far more than just buying sweets; it’s a delightful, delicious scavenger hunt that is a “must-do” for guests of all ages.

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How to Embark on Your Sweet Journey

The concept is simple, yet brilliantly fun. Think of it as a sweet passport to the world!

1. Grab Your Guide: Pick up your complimentary Festival Passport—this is your map and your stamping sheet.
2. Find the Kitchens: Use your passport to locate the select Holiday Kitchens and EPCOT eateries offering the official Cookie Stroll menu items.
3. Collect and Stamp: Purchase any 5 of the qualifying Holiday Cookie Stroll cookies and be sure to get your Festival Passport stamped for each one!

1. Claim Your Prize: Once you’ve collected all five stamps, head to Holiday Sweets & Treats (near Port of Entry) to receive your special complimentary treat: a delightful dessert featuring M&M’S® Minis Milk Chocolate Candies Holiday Blend.

The best part? You can complete this sugary expedition at your own leisure, taking a few days if needed, but only during the festival dates!

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What Makes It a Must-Do?

1. The Fun of the Hunt

The Stroll is a perfectly crafted, self-paced activity that adds an interactive layer to the festival. It encourages you to explore booths and locations you might otherwise skip, transforming your day into a festive mission. It’s an easy, low-commitment activity that offers a high reward of fun for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.

2. The Excitement of New Flavors

This year’s lineup features an incredible array of new and returning favorites, ensuring every stop is an exciting discovery. The diversity of flavors truly showcases the culinary creativity of Epcot’s Holiday Kitchens.

• Experimental Bites: The Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow booth introduces two exciting new cookies: the Prototype Cookie and the rich Ginger-Molasses Cookie, alongside the returning Salted Caramel Spaceship Earth Cookie.

• World Showcase Delights: Travel the World Showcase for unique cultural takes, including the Maple Leaf Shortbread Cookie (NEW!) from the Yukon Holiday Kitchen, and the returning favorites like the Rugelach and the Mickey-Shaped Almond Black and White Cookie (NEW!) from L’Chaim! Holiday Kitchen. Don’t miss the Cinnamon-Spiced Chocolate Crinkle Cookie from Nochebuena Cocina or the traditional Hazelnut Linzer Cookie from Bavaria Holiday Kitchen.

• Park Favorites: Round out your collection with the Chocolate Cookie (NEW!) from American Holiday Table, the Coffee-Mocha Cookie from Mele Kalikimaka Holiday Kitchen, the Cranberry-Oatmeal Cookie (NEW!) from Holiday Hearth Desserts, the Holiday Sugar Cookie from Connections Café, and the comforting Peanut Butter Cookie from Sunshine Seasons.

This list of cookies makes for a fun, delicious way to try new treats and experience the full scope of the festival’s sweet offerings.

It’s a Delicious Deal

The value is exceptional. By completing the Stroll, you get to sample five distinct, high-quality holiday cookies from around the park, and then you are rewarded with a sixth special treat. It truly is a fun, delicious, and memorable way to celebrate the holidays at Epcot!

Don’t just walk the park—Stroll the park and make the Epcot Holiday Cookie Stroll your newest tradition.