International Festival of the Holidays Coming to Epcot in 2017

More food and beverage options are coming to Epcot this year with the arrival of the International Festival of the Holidays!

The festival is essentially a re-branding of ‘Holidays Around the World’ and  begins on November 19th and runs until December 30th 2017 and is set to include live music, costumed performers and of course, seasonal food and beverage options.

Holiday Kitchens

Different marketplaces will be available to sample some delicious treats and learn more about the holiday traditions of each culture:

• American Holiday Table – From the tender roast turkey to the tasty pork tenderloin, memories of grandma’s kitchen will come flooding back when you visit this salute to the great flavors of America
• Feast of the Three Kings – Dine like royalty as you enjoy scrumptious foods and delicious drinks from the Caribbean at this holiday kiosk inspired by the story of the Magi. While you nibble, learn about the celebration of Three Kings’ Day, El Día De Los Reyes Magos!
• Holiday Sweets and Treats – From decadent desserts to savory snacks and merry libations, you’ll be in full swing of the season at this festively-appointed holiday kiosk. Enjoy the view here at Showcase Plaza, meet up with friends or just take a moment to unwind
• Mexico – Watch mariachi dancers celebrating a Feliz Navidad, while imbibing on the zippy spices of Mexican cuisine. The carnitas tacos and horchata margaritas will have you singing, “olé!”

Chip & Dale’s Christmas Tree Spree

Chip and Dale need help collecting ornaments for their Christmas Tree. Dotted around World Showcase are several ornaments for guests to spot, simply add a sticker to a map ($6.99 plus tax) and take your completed map to Disney Traders in exchange for a festive prize.

The Candlelight Processional will proceed as normal this year (more details on this once we see the full celebrity host lineup) and there will be a seasonal twist to IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

Current hosts for this years Candlelight Processional include Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg and Warwick Davis.