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EPCOT Festival of the Arts Opens Friday After Map Release, Passholder Merch Preview, Chalk Art Arrival

New previews plus on-site art confirm the event is ready to launch.

Overview

  • The 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts runs January 16 through February 23 at Walt Disney World.
  • Disney previewed Annual Passholder‑exclusive items—a T‑shirt, zip pouch, and pin—set for sale at Creations Shop on a first‑come basis.
  • Purchasing Passholder exclusives requires valid admission, a park reservation or entry after 2:00 PM/on a good‑to‑go day, a Pass ID in the app, and a government photo ID.
  • Walt Disney World published the event map and updated the My Disney Experience digital guide, with outlets posting high‑resolution versions for planning.
  • Chalk art installations are underway along the World Showcase Promenade, and Disney also revealed a Figment Artist Bucket available via Mobile Order with a two‑per‑guest limit and pickup at the Odyssey.