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  • On Feb 20, 2026
    Helga from CA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    We will be visiting EPCOT on April 9 for the Extra Hours event that begins at 7pm. Will the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival food booths be open during that event or will they close earlier?

    Hi there, Helga!

    Thanks for stopping by planDisney to ask me your question about the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival. Every EPCOT festival is absolutely wonderful, but recently, I have officially declared this one to be the best of the fests. The blooming character topiaries, the bright and colorful flowers, and the fresh eats are 100% worth a daytime visit. 

    The Outdoor Kitchens, the festival booths, are all around EPCOT during that time of year. The Foodie Guide for this year’s festival just dropped this month and the options look so good! Now, for the special-ticketed After Hours event, the booths usually close up shop once the party begins. But you’ll still get complimentary popcorn, ice cream, bottled beverages—and way shorter lines for some of your favorite attractions.

    There is a chance that a handful of the year-round eateries (like Connections) will be open for nighttime Guests. But you’ll want to ask a Cast Member when you get there or check the My Disney Experience app to see what will be available to you and your crew. 

    Helga, I hope that you get a chance to try the festival food and drinks during your vacation. But regardless of how your vacation shakes out, a Disney World adventure in the springtime will be practically perfect. Let us know if you have any other questions; any of the planDisney panelists are more than happy to help!

    Magic always,
    LeAndra
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Meet the Panelist: LeAndra, Florida

Hey, Mouseketeer! I'm LeAndra, a wife, mom of two, and educator from beautiful Central Florida. I've lived near The Most Magical Place on Earth for my entire life; so, I like to say that I'm a Guardian of this galaxy! My love of all-things-Disney has also taken me on multiple cross-country road trips to Disneyland Resort and on a few flights over to Disneyland Paris. I am oh-so-grateful to be a part of your world by helping you plan your magical vacations. 

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