EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2026 | Stay 10 Min from Disney

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EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2026 | Stay 10 Min from Disney

Fall 2026 (Dates TBA)
EPCOT, Walt Disney World
10 minutes from Parkside Retreat
Official Event Website

Sip and savor your way around the world at EPCOT's signature culinary event. Sample global cuisines at over 30 marketplace booths, enjoy the Eat to the Beat concert series featuring popular artists, and explore exclusive merchandise and culinary demonstrations. The Food & Wine Festival is one of Walt Disney World's most popular annual events, running for several months each fall.

Parkside Retreat puts you just 10 minutes from EPCOT's front gate — close enough to visit the festival multiple days without the cost of on-site Disney accommodations. Our full kitchen lets you prep breakfast before heading to the park, and the private pool is the perfect spot to relax after an evening of tasting your way around World Showcase. With 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 14, there's room for the whole family or friend group.

Event Questions

Frequently asked

Parkside Retreat is a 6-bedroom vacation rental just 10 minutes from EPCOT. With a full kitchen, private pool, and room for 14 guests, it's a great alternative to Disney resort hotels — especially for groups who want to visit the festival multiple days.
Yes — the Food & Wine Festival is included with regular EPCOT admission. You only pay separately for food and beverage items at the festival marketplace booths. This makes it one of the best-value Disney events of the year.
Exact dates for the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival have not been announced yet. Based on previous years, it typically runs from mid-July through late November, making it one of the longest-running EPCOT festivals.
For groups and families, yes. A 6-bedroom vacation rental like Parkside Retreat often costs less per night than two Disney moderate resort rooms, while providing a private pool, full kitchen, game room, and free parking — saving you Disney's $25+/day parking fee.
Most visitors recommend at least 2 days to fully experience the festival's 30+ global marketplace booths, concerts, and special tastings. Staying at a nearby rental like Parkside Retreat makes multi-day visits easy and affordable.

Your Home Base

Stay at Parkside Retreat

  • 6-bedroom villa, sleeps up to 14 guests
  • Private heated pool & spa
  • Game room with arcade machines
  • Full kitchen & laundry facilities
  • 10 min to Disney, 12 min to ESPN Complex

The Real Cost of a Hotel vs. One Comfortable Home

Hotels look cheaper at first - until you factor in multiple rooms, fees (parking, resort fee, etc), and limited space. Our home offers room to relax, amenities you'll actually use, and a better overall value.

March 2026

Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Parkside Retreat
$633
Embassy Suites
$1,065
Disney Swan
$768
Stella Nova
$2,586
Helios Grand
$1,662
JW Marriott
$1,299
Hilton Orlando
$377
Parkside Retreat

The Real Comparison

Hotels charge per room. You'd need 2-5 rooms to match our guest capacity.

Your Savings

$959+

per night vs. 3 hotel rooms

Private Pool
Game Room
Kitchen
Free Parking
No Resort Fees

Guest Experiences

Beautiful home 😍 I enjoyed this stay so much. I would most definitely stay here again and or recommend it to friends and family. Worth every penny and the host was sooo proactive and both friendly and helpful. Thank you so much this trip was seamless thanks to my host.

Ashley · July 2025

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