March 19 - June 1, 2008

The Fifteenth Annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Blossoms to 75 Days!
Celebrating “Fun in the Sun,” the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is packed with new experiences for the entire family. See millions of blooms and the largest collection of Disney Topiary anywhere! Interact with top horticulturists inside the Wonders of Life Pavilion at Garden Town, a new festival addition, where you can get gardening tips, participate in demonstrations, plan your day, and more! Have a fun evening “under the stars” at the America Gardens Theatre and enjoy the music that inspired generations during the Flower Power Concert Series. Try our new “Easter Brunch” on March 23rd. And mom will love our scrumptious "Mother’s Day Brunch” on May 11th so make your reservations early! Space is limited. Call 407-WDW-DINE for reservations.

EVENT TICKETS:
Admission to Epcot required.

2008 ENTERTAINMENT: (All entertainment is subject to change without notice)

Festival Highlights

• Fun in the Sun – Main Entrance
  Goofy catches the perfect wave as we celebrate all the fun you can have in the sun!
• Green Garden - Future World East
  Discover how you can create an environmentally friendly, low-input garden of your own as you explore this unique garden.
• Minnie’s Magnificent Butterfly Garden – Test Track Walkway – Presented by Claritin
  Experience hundreds of free-flying butterflies as you venture through lush foliage in this distinctive garden and butterfly house.
• Peter Pan’s Neverland Garden - Imagination Walkway – Presented by ValleyCrest Landscaping Solutions, Inc. & Cherry Lake Tree Farm
  See some of your favorite characters from Peter Pan in topiary! Most appreciated by children 2-5.
• Dynamite Vegetable Garden - Future World West – Presented by Dynamite Plant Food
  Discover the fun and great taste of growing fabulous vegetables.
• Florida’s Wildflowers – Imagination Walkway – Presented by the Florida Department of Agriculture
  See how Florida’s wildflower growers are helping to make our state a more beautiful place. Children may participate in a fun wildflower activity.
• Tricks of the Trade – Future World West
  Get a “behind the scenes” look at how Disney’s Horticulture makes some of its most popular elements.
• Sculpture Garden – Future World West
  Wander among works of art on loan from some of Florida’s most prestigious collections in a beautiful garden setting.
• Water Garden Wonders - Presented by Aquascape, Inc.
  Gather cool concepts for water gardens that add a “splash” of creativity to your landscape.
• Fragrance Garden – France Pavilion – Presented by Guerlain, Inc.
  Let your senses take over as you experience the pleasure of this captivating garden, featuring the radiant and sensual fragrances of Guerlain. Explore the “love story” between plants, fragrance and perfume. Experience a complimentary twenty-minute tour with a Guerlain Representative at 2, 4 & 6:00 pm daily. Sign up at the Guerlain Shop in La Signature.
• Spices of Life – Morocco Pavilion
  Explore the savory world of spices that add pizzazz to food from around the world.
• Bonsai Collection – Japan Pavilion
  Discover the ancient art of bonsai showcased throughout the serene Japanese garden.
• Amore nel Giardino (Love in the Garden) – Italy Pavilion
  Feast your eyes on bouquets of blooms as they tumble down the side of classic Italian containers. Collect planting ideas on how to combine colorful flowers, textured foliage and beautiful pots for dramatic results. Find Lady and the Tramp among towering Italian Cypress.
• Growing Future Gardeners - Germany Pavilion - Presented by FNGLA
  Visit a collection of gardens where families can garden and grow together. Be inspired to create your own special garden at home where together parents, and children, can share and explore the magic that lives outdoors. Enjoy a play area for kids too! Ladybug releases daily 1:00 & 3:00 pm
• Penjing (Chinese Bonsai) – China Pavilion
  This unique art form of dwarf trees is an ancient technique that predates its Japanese counterpart by hundreds of years.
• Topiary Chinese Zodiac – China Pavilion
  It’s the year of the Pig! What’s your sign? Discover the Chinese Zodiac and see it presented in topiary.
• Norway Troll Trek – Norway Pavilion
  Forest and rock trolls are around every corner. Test your skill at finding them all as you explore the gardens of Norway.
• The Tea Garden - United Kingdom - Presented by Twinings
• Perennial Garden - The American Adventure
• Epcot Gardens of the World Tour (Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday)
  Guided tours designed especially for garden enthusiasts! A Disney Horticulturist will be your host on a three-hour tour of special displays and the award-winning international gardens of Epcot. Register at Guest Relations or for advance registration information, call 407-WDW-TOUR. Price: $59 USD including tax (Guest ages 16 and up only). Theme Park admission required.
• Garden Town – Inside the Wonders of Life Pavilion
  Open Daily 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
  Start your day here! Festival information, new displays, demonstrations, shopping and more! Discover all this year’s Festival has to offer and get tips on how to get the most out of your visit!

Flower Power Concert Series
The America Gardens Theatre – performances daily at 5:45, 7:00 & 8:15 pm

Relax under the stars and groove to your favorite music from the '60s and '70s.

Concert is included in regular Epcot admission.
*Entertainment subject to change without notice.

Especially for Kids

• Garden Town Kid Fun Fair – Inside the Wonders of Life Pavilion
  Daily 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
  Test your skills in this interactive area. Fun for the young and the young at heart too!
• Peter Pan’s Neverland Garden - Imagination Walkway – Presented by ValleyCrest Landscaping Solutions, Inc. & Cherry Lake Tree Farm
  See some of your favorite characters from Peter Pan in topiary! Most appreciated by children 2-5.
• Pluto’s Play Zone featuring EVOS Playsystem – Test Track Walkway – Presented by Landscape Structures, Inc.
  Let your imagination grow crazy with this fun climbing structure. Most appreciated by children 6 and up.
• Minnie’s Magnificent Butterfly Garden – Test Track Walkway – Presented by D&D Construction Services
  Experience hundreds of free-flying butterflies as you venture through lush foliage in this distinctive garden and butterfly house.
• Ladybug Release - Growing Future Gardeners
  Daily 1:00 & 3:00 pm
• Growing Future Gardeners – Germany Pavilion – Presented by Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA)
  Visit a collection of gardens where families can garden and grow together. Be inspired to create your own special garden at home where together, parents and children, can share and explore the magic that lives outdoors. Enjoy a play area for kids too! Ladybug releases daily 1:00 & 3:00 pm

Special Events

• Premiere:  March 21 - 23
  Join us Wednesday, March 19th for the opening of the 15th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival!
  • Easter Brunch at World ShowPlace: Sunday, March 23
    Call 407-WDW-DINE to make your reservation. Guests 3 - 9 $19.99 USD; 10 & up $46.99 USD plus tax, gratuity included.
• Characters in Bloom:  March 28 - 30
   More Disney Characters than ever will be springing up all over the park!
• Art in the Garden:  April 4 - 6
  Get a unique look at nature through the eyes of “Plein Air: artists and see one-of-a-kind works of art. Be sure not to miss the “Kid’s Paint Out.”
• Wellness:  April 11 - 13
   Get outside and play! Participate in outdoor activities and find ways to enhance your own well being!
• Green:  April 18 – 20
  Find ways to help reduce waste at home and in your community as we spotlight solutions to help keep our planet green.
• I Dig Bugs:  April 25 – 27
  Bugs are cool! Get a close-up look at unusual critters and join in a “good bug” release.
• Florida Farmers Market:  May 2 – 4
  Visit the ultimate Florida Farmer’s Market. See all the bounty that our state has to offer from Apalachicola to Zellwood!
• Coming Up Roses:  May 9 -11
  With thousands of varieties, come see and smell why the Greeks and Romans identified this flower with their goddesses of Love. While you’re here, treat your mom like a goddess and bring her to the Mother’s Day Brunch on May 11th!
  • Mother’s Day Brunch at World ShowPlace
    Mother’s Day Brunch, held on May 11th is an Epcot tradition. Space is limited! Call 407-WDW-DINE to make your reservation. Guests 3 - 9 $19.99 USD; 10 & up $46.99 USD plus tax, gratuity included.
• Garden Party:  May 16 - 18
  Visit fun-filled areas where you’ll be able to attend a party hosted by some of your favorite Disney Characters.
  • Teddy Bear and Doll Weekend
    Meet over 40 artisans as they showcase their beautifully created teddy bears and dolls.
• The Key to Outdoor Living – Presented by DuPont:  May 23 – 25
  Discover ways to create your own amazing backyard sanctuary and find special tasty treats and relaxing beverages to help you celebrate the great outdoors!
• Festival Farewell:  May 31 – June 1
  Don’t miss the last chance to enjoy this year’s Festival!

Special Guests

• Great American Gardeners – Inside the Wonders of Life Pavilion
  Friday, Saturday & Sunday at 12:30 & 3:30pm
  See informative and entertaining presentations from nationally recognized garden personalities.
• Disney Gardening At Home – Inside the Wonders of Life Pavilion
  Meet Disney gardening experts as they share tips and secrets you can plant in your own garden. To spread the excitement each demonstration will include hands-on discoveries you’ll get to take home.