The Disney World map of Epcot will feature a few extra attractions this spring… all in honor of the 15th annual Flower and Garden Festival. And I'm very excited this year because it's the longest festival ever!
Epcot is one of my favorite parks without any special embellishments. So the Flower and Garden Festival is like icing on the cake -- although that metaphor is probably best reserved for the International Food and Wine Festival scheduled for the fall. Okay… the Flower and Garden Festival is like discovering an extra row of roses blooming in your garden.
If you've ever been to Epcot, you know that part of its magic is the beautiful landscaping. During the Flower and Garden Festival, the Disney crew goes all out. Giant topiaries of your favorite characters, special gardens and exhibits, and even a butterfly house are added to the park. Horticulture experts give special talks… the list goes on and on.
Live musical performances are another Epcot trademark, and the festival takes a special spin on the music angle. Every evening (well, almost every evening), you can enjoy a special "Flower Power" show featuring music from the 60s. Most are tribute bands, but a few are performances by the 60s stars themselves. Each show is about 30-40 minutes, presented three times each evening in the American Showcase Theater. That's the outdoor amphitheater in front of the USA Pavilion.
If you are traveling to Disney World from March 19 to June 1, be sure to include extra time for Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival in your touring plans. As you enter the park, pick up the current Times Guide and special Flower and Garden Festival brochure. They are must-have additions to your Disney World map!
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