One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from guests visiting the Walt Disney World Resort is that EPCOT isn’t very kid-friendly–and some families even consider skipping it during their trip. I’m here to lovingly say...don’t do it! EPCOT is full of hands-on fun, character moments, and interactive adventures that kids absolutely love (I know my kids love it)--especially during the colorful and creative EPCOT International Festival of the Arts!

The first EPCOT Festival of 2026 begins this Friday with Festival of the Arts, and we’re here to sketch out all the details of this special event that celebrates food, art, and entertainment in the most magical place on earth.