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EPCOT Festival of the Arts Draws Fire Over 2026 Price Jumps Ahead of Friday Opening

Published menus show small plates up about 12–15% with prominent drinks climbing far higher.

Overview

  • Beer and hard cider flights at Figment’s Inspiration Station rose from $10.25 to $12.75 year over year, an increase of about 24%, with other flights reported up roughly 16–22%.
  • Mexico Pavilion specialty margaritas now list as high as $22 after late‑2025 price corrections, becoming a focal point of guest complaints about value.
  • Broader trip costs are weighing on visitors, with recent reporting citing single‑day tickets peaking at $209 on select dates, higher parking and Lightning Lane fees, and art shipping charges up to 150%.
  • Disney has posted full 2026 booth menus and prices and completed visible build‑out across EPCOT, with the festival running January 16 through February 23.
  • Forecasts call for one of the coldest festival kickoffs on record with lows near 35°F and highs near the mid‑50s on Friday, which could prompt adjustments to outdoor entertainment.