At the start of 2026, EPCOT will kick off one of the most beautiful and creative festivals, but some fans are already annoyed by it!
EPCOT Festival of the Arts!
If you’ve spent any time in the Disney fan community, there can be acronyms for a lot of things. For example, RnR is for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and LWTL is for Living with the Land. Which brings us to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, affectionately (and accidentally) dubbed “FArts” by fans for short. Yes, it stands for Festival of the Arts, but that hasn’t stopped the internet from having a field day with the acronym!
What Is the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts?
The Festival of the Arts is one of EPCOT’s most visually stunning events with a mashup of art, music, and food that celebrates imagination in every form. In 2026, the festival will run from January 16 through February 23, bringing six colorful weeks of creative fun to Disney World. This fan-favorite festival first debuted in 2017 and has grown into one of the most photogenic and interactive experiences EPCOT offers all year.
2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts
Guests can expect to sample gorgeous, art-inspired dishes at food booths, where the chefs turn every plate into a masterpiece. Think desserts that look like paint palettes and beautifully plated bites that are almost too pretty to eat (almost). Our team is there on opening day to try everything so you, our readers, can know what’s worth your time and money.
Rainbow Cake
The “FArts” Phenomenon
Now, let’s talk about that nickname. Disney fans love their abbreviations — we’ve got MNSSHP (Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party), MVMCP (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party), and of course, FArts (Festival of the Arts). The acronym has been around for years, but it never fails to make newcomers stop mid-scroll and laugh.
Festival of the Arts
One reader, Elysha Savarese, commented on DFB’s page, “I love FARTS!!!!” Others in the community have chimed in with jokes like “Best name ever” and “I can’t take it seriously, but I’ll still book my trip!” However, some fans are not as pleased. One reader wrote, “I’ll Never Get Over That Lady Calling It Farts”. To be fair, something about beautiful art and food does not mix with the nickname.
2025 Festival of the Arts
What’s Been Confirmed for 2026
Disney has already shared some exciting details for the 2026 festival lineup! The beloved Disney on Broadway Concert Series will return to the America Gardens Theatre, featuring Broadway stars performing Disney classics live. Dining packages will also be available later, which guarantee you reserved seating for a concert night (a must-do if you want to skip the standby lines).
Aladdin on Broadway
Returning favorites include Figment’s Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt, where you’ll search World Showcase for Figment as he sneaks into famous works of art, and the always-popular Animation Academy, paint-by-number murals, and interactive photo ops. Of course, there will also be plenty of exclusive festival merchandise!
Stickers on Scavenger Hunt Map 2025
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns January 16–February 23, 2026, and we’ll be covering every colorful, creative detail right here at Disney Food Blog. Be sure to follow us for the latest festival news, food booth reviews, and tips to help you make the most of your trip — we’ll bring you every FARTS update as soon as it drops!
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DFB's guide to the Festival of the Arts details everything you need to know to maximize your time, budget, and stomach space! Know what's worth it and what to skip with our full-photo menus of each booth, complete with DFB's Best of the Fest.
It includes all the must-have information for navigating this colorful festival at Disney World, including:
- 🍭 Booth & food photos, maps, and crawls with DFB's exclusive recommendations!
- 🖌 The COMPLETE schedule of events (so you don't have to go hunting for all the dates!)
- 🎨 All the details on special events, artist meet-n-greets, festival-exclusive merchandise, and more!
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I like Festival of the Arts. Less crowds than the Christmas Festival and spring break during the garden festival. I like working on the mural with other fellow artists. We like looking for the characters painted on walls in the countries. Food is great, then there’s the Broadway entertainment.
They need a festival for the summer. It’s not hard. Summer decorations, left over flowers from the spring, summer food. C’mon Disney!