Hello Marie,
Epcot's World Showcase is on of my favorite places to visit at Walt Disney World and no matter if I am visiting with my family or friends, every time I go is a worldly adventure. With eleven countries to explore and and a variety of architecture, entertainment, shops, foods and drinks to see and try I would plan on spending the entire time World Showcase is open to conquer this magical family adventure.
The best way to explore World Showcase, is to know what day you are visiting Epcot and to make a plan or a schedule of the entertainers and dining options around the world. You can assemble your schedule by using My Disney Experience. Typically World Showcase opens at 11:00 a.m. to Guests and I recommend beginning either in Mexico or Canada and traveling around World Showcase to the other side. If you visit
Epcot's Entertainment page, you will find a list of the entertainers in each country and their schedule for the day you are visiting. By using My Disney Experience you can select the times that will suit your family best and will help keep you moving around Epcot's World Showcase in a timely manner.
Epcot's Dining page will, also, give you an idea of what food options you have in each country. My advice is remember to have fun and if you miss something no worries, the memories you will have and make are worth more than staying on a schedule.
Enjoy planning your stay at Walt Disney World and if I can help you with any further pixie dusted assistance feel free to ask.
Amy M*o*