EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival Returns Next Month

It’s the annual event that music & flower fans look forward to every year — and this year, it’s back and better than ever!

The annual Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV is designed with something for everyone in the family: hands-on activities for all ages; how-to seminars from expert gardeners and Disney’s own team of master horticulturists; HGTV celebrity designers and an exciting lineup of pop hit makers from the 1960s and ’70s appear every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Event Dates: Select days March 5 – May 18, 2014
Event Tickets: Admission to Epcot® required.

Outdoor Kitchens at the 2014 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

Take your pick from garden–grown treats, savory meats and spring-inspired flavors—including tempting TRYit! selections, featuring fun foods made with fresh ingredients—this year at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival!

Florida Fresh – Experience a taste of several fresh Florida ingredients, each grown and produced locally. It’s a perfect opportunity to treat your senses to some of the most delightful fruit and drink the Sunshine State has to offer! Florida Fresh can be found next to the Germany Pavilion.

Hanami – Journey near the Japan Pavilion where the annual ritual of admiring springtime flowers is in full bloom. From delectable bites to refreshing beverages, uncover how Hanami’s flavors reflect the season.

Jardin de Fiestas – Make your way near the Mexico Pavilion where the tapas are spring light and cooked just right. Don’t miss your chance to take part in this festival of flavors, complete with savory tacos and mouthwatering cocktails.

Fleur de Lys – Indulge your senses in extravagance at this tasty milieu influenced by the “flower of the lily.” Once a royal emblem used by the French monarchy, the symbol now serves as inspiration for this decadent stop where you can refine your palate with some of the France Pavilion’s most magnificent culinary masterpieces!

Lotus House – Hit the pavement near the China Pavilion for a garden-fresh take on spring–influenced flavors. Appease your cravings with a wide variety of Chinese cuisine, including popular street foods and bubble tea!

Pineapple Promenade – Enjoy the Great White North with a tropical twist at the Canada side of World Showcase promenade. Then, get ready to hear your sweet tooth say, “thank you!” as you bite into all kinds of treats featuring this popular golden fruit.

Primavera Kitchen – Say, “Ciao!” to spring as you set sail for a land of garden–fresh foods near the Italy Pavilion. On your stop, be sure to explore the countryside’s many flavors—caprese, manicotti, torte di ricotta and fine Italian wines.

Taste of Marrakesh – Embark on a trek near the Morocco Pavilion and educate your tastes on North African spices. Each unique flavor has been paired with fresh ingredients and can be sampled with Moroccan beer and wine at this garden oasis.

New! Urban Farm Eats – Honor the earth and all it grows with a refreshing selection from this location’s all–natural menu. Choose from a hearty array of foods and beverages, many of which have been cultivated entirely from the soil!

The Smokehouse: Barbecue and Brews – Celebrate the truly American tradition of slow–cooked flavors near The American Adventure Pavilion. Sink your teeth into savory barbecue meats and then pair each one off with craft brews from across the country.

The Buttercup Cottage – Delight in elegant afternoon–tea offerings and fresh garden flavors near the United Kingdom Pavilion. Drop by this charming locale to sample scrumptious treats, British teas and beverages inspired by lovely English fruits and fragrances.

Intermissions Café – Dig into your day or turn over the evening at this charming stop found right within the Festival. Pop inside to find all kinds of fine food and beverages—wine, cheese, wraps, salads and more!

2014 Flower Power Concert Series

Plant yourself for some peace, love and rockin’ tunes at an outdoor concert series starring a lineup of classic musical acts—this year at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival!

Show times for the Flower Power Concert Series take place Friday through Sunday at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

The America Gardens Theatre

The Guess Who – American Woman – Mar. 7-9
New! Gary Lewis and The Playboys – This Diamond Ring – Mar. 14-16
The Orchestra Starring Former Members of ELO – Evil Woman – Mar. 21-23
The Lovin’ Spoonful – Summer in the City – Mar. 28-30
Paul Revere & The Raiders – Good Thing – Apr. 4-6
Village People – YMCA – Apr. 11-13
The Grass Roots – Midnight Confessions – Apr. 18-20
Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone – I’m Henry the VIII, I Am – Apr. 25-27
Starship Starring Mickey Thomas – We Built This City – May 2-4
Chubby Checker & The Wildcats – The Twist – May 9-11
New! Alan Parsons Live Project – Eye in the Sky – May 16-19

Please note: All songs listed are for artist recognition only and may not be included in a performance play list. All entertainment and appearances are subject to change without notice.

2014 Designers’ Stage Presented by HGTV

Vern Yip – Mar. 7-9
Chris Lambton – Mar 14-16
New! Matt Blashaw – Mar. 21-23
New! Matt Muenster – Mar. 28-30
Taniya Nayak – Apr. 4-6
New! Amy Matthews – Apr. 11-13
John Gidding – Apr. 18-20
David Bromstad – Apr. 25-27
New! Chip Wade – May 2-4
TBD – May 9-11
New! Alison Victoria – May 16-19

Entertainment is subject to change without notice.

Gardens

• Garden Retreat – Presented by HGTV, Test Track Walkway
• Water Wise Herbs & Vegetables – Presented by Rain Bird Corporation, Imagination Walkway
• Festival Blooms, Future World East and West Lake
• Florida Fresh Garden, Adjacent to the Germany Pavilion
• TBD Garden – Presented by Nature Conservancy, Imagination Walkway
• Italy Container Garden, Italy Pavilion

Exhibits

• Gardener’s Palette – Presented by Transitions® Adaptive Lenses™, Future World East, near Universe of Energy
• Hummingbirds at Home, Adjacent to the Disney·Pixar Cars Topiary
• Tinker Bell’s Butterfly House – Presented by HGTV, Imagination Walkway
• Backyard Habitat – Presented by National Wildlife Federation, Imagination Walkway
• Bonsai Collection, Japan Pavilion
• Orchids, Mexico Pavilion
• Bears Sand Sculpture – Presented by Disneynature Bears™, Near Test Track Walkway

Special Happenings

• Art in the Garden Weekend – Mar. 28 to Mar. 30, 2014 – From 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., visualize nature through the eyes of “plein Air” artists and one-of-a-kind works around World Showcase.
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Specialists – Apr. 4 to Apr. 5, 2014
• Uncover incredible indigenous creatures from the team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
• Florida Fresh Weekend – Apr. 25 to Apr. 27, 2014
• Behold the bounty of the Sunshine State, from Apalachicola to Zellwood!
• Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. – May 9 to May 11, 2014
• Unearth amazing flora designs, each of which defies description.

 

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