EPCOT: events, getting there and where to stay
EPCOT is a resort venue in Orlando, about 25 km from the centre. It hosts 3 of the events we cover, including EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. Below: dates, how to get there, where to stay nearby and what to do around it.
EPCOT in short
- Type
- Resort venue
- Where
- Orlando, United States, about 25 km from the centre
- Events we cover
- 3
- Next up
- EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, 27 August to 30 November 2026 (expected)
- Getting there
- Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Events at EPCOT
Orlando, United StatesSeasonal7 Jan 2027*Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Orlando, United StatesMarathon25 Feb 2027*Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
Orlando, United StatesMarathon
Getting to EPCOT
Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Races run through all four Disney parks before opening.
Orlando International (MCO) is 20 to 30 minutes from the parks; Brightline trains run to Miami.
Public transport directions to EPCOT
Where to stay near EPCOT
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Kissimmee | Cheaper hotels and vacation homes. |
| Mid-range | International Drive | Restaurants and shuttles to the parks. |
| Splurge | Disney and Universal resort hotels | Early park entry. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hampton Inn Orlando near Universal
- Mid-range: Universal's Endless Summer Resort
- Splurge: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Things to do near EPCOT
Free hours before or after an event: the best-rated tours and activities in Orlando.
Evenings
Weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 9°C | 60 mm | 10 h 31 min |
| February | 23°C | 11°C | 56 mm | 11 h 09 min |
| March | 26°C | 13°C | 69 mm | 11 h 55 min |
| April | 29°C | 17°C | 59 mm | 12 h 49 min |
| May | 31°C | 20°C | 100 mm | 13 h 33 min |
| June | 31°C | 23°C | 208 mm | 13 h 57 min |
| July | 31°C | 24°C | 184 mm | 13 h 47 min |
| August | 31°C | 24°C | 194 mm | 13 h 09 min |
| September | 30°C | 23°C | 174 mm | 12 h 17 min |
| October | 28°C | 19°C | 90 mm | 11 h 26 min |
| November | 25°C | 14°C | 48 mm | 10 h 41 min |
| December | 22°C | 12°C | 59 mm | 10 h 20 min |
Questions people ask
What events are held at EPCOT?
EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend.
How do I get to EPCOT?
Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
When is the next big event at EPCOT?
EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, 27 August to 30 November 2026 (expected).
Where should I stay near EPCOT?
International Drive: Restaurants and shuttles to the parks.