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Art Returns! Disney on Broadway Exhibit, Paint-by-Number Mural, and More Confirmed for 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts
Get ready to ignite your creativity! Disney has announced the return of several fan-favorite offerings for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, which will celebrate the visual, culinary, and performing arts from January 16 until February 23, 2026.
Leading the lineup of returning hits is a fascinating exhibit celebrating the magic of Disney’s theatrical history.
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Broadway Spotlight: ‘Once Upon a Stage’ Exhibit Returns
Theater fans rejoice! Once Upon a Stage: The Magic of DISNEY ON BROADWAY will return for the 2026 festival. This stunning exhibit, which debuted last year in CommuniCore Hall, gives guests an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the dazzling artistry that goes into Disney’s stage productions.
Guests can explore real costumes, props, and artifacts from classic and contemporary Disney Broadway shows, including Aladdin, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, and Frozen. It’s a spectacular tribute to the performing arts that you won’t want to miss.
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Interactive Favorites and Culinary Creativity
The festival is packed with opportunities for guests to become part of the art, with many beloved interactive experiences confirmed for 2026:
- Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural: Leave your mark on a massive, collaborative mural that changes color and imagery daily.
- Animation Academy: Learn to sketch a favorite Disney character from a professional animator.
- Artful Photo Ops: Step right into life-sized recreations of famous artworks for unique photos.
- Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt: Help Figment find his way through classic masterpieces hidden around World Showcase.
- Visual Art in Performance: Watch in awe as artists create masterpieces right before your eyes in minutes.
In addition to the hands-on fun, guests can look forward to the return of the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine food stroll, Chalk Full of Character drawings, chalk art galleries, and a variety of live music performances throughout the park.
And of course, no EPCOT festival is complete without delicious eats! The critically-acclaimed Food Studios will return, blending beautiful presentation with incredible flavor, alongside numerous galleries for purchasing original artwork for sale.
New for 2026: Disney Lorcana Activities
Adding a new layer of artistic fun to the festival, guests can check out brand-new activities centered around the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game. These events will showcase the beautiful artwork featured on the collectible cards and offer fun for the whole family.
Make sure to mark your calendars! The celebration of the arts runs for over a month, giving you plenty of time to explore every creative corner of the park.
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