Special Events

Use of some of the most popular Magic Kingdom® attractions

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

Embark on an epicurean adventure as the 12th Annual Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival showcases the flavors of the world. Explore marketplaces featuring regional foods and wines, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe. Plus, be sure to savor the sizzling sounds of the "Eat to the Beat" concert series that stars a stellar line-up of popular musical acts!

EVENT DATES:
September 28 - November 11, 2007

EVENT TICKETS:
This event is included with regular Theme Park admission. However, some exclusive Wine & Culinary Programs and Festival Dining Experiences require an additional admission fee.

2007 ENTERTAINMENT:

International Marketplaces

Take a culinary tour around the world. Tempt yourself at each marketplace with appetizer-sized portions averaging $2.00-$4.00. Savor the flavor with recommended beverage pairings at each stop on your journey.

2007 International Marketplaces

Africa Latin America

South Africa
Morocco Mexico
Chile
Argentina

Asia North America

China
India
Japan Canada
United States
Hops & Barley Market

Eastern Europe Pacific Rim

Poland
Turkey New Zealand
Australia

Continental Europe Northern Europe

France Ireland

Greece Italy

Spain Germany

Champagne

Scandinavia

Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Set the mood for food with the savory sounds of dazzling, diverse musical acts, live on stage at World Showcase, America Gardens Theatre.

In addition to new performers, some crowd favorites are returning to the stage, like Chubby Checker, the Family Stone, the Beach Boys, Little Richard, and David Sanborn. Get ready to rock!

Show Times: 5:45 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.

Schedule of Performers:*

Al Stewart Sept. 28 - 29

Otis Day and the Knights Sept. 30 - Oct. 1

The Beach Boys Oct. 2 - 3

The Original Family Stone Oct. 4 - 6

Sheena Easton Oct. 7 - 9

Starship starring Mickey Thomas Oct. 10 - 13

David Cassidy Oct. 14 - 16

Little Richard Oct. 17-18

TBD Oct. 19 - 21

The Four Tops Oct. 22 - 25

The Village People Oct. 26 - 27

The Outlaws Oct. 28 - 30

Jon Secada Oct. 31 - Nov. 3

Chubby Checker and the Wildcats Nov. 4 - 6

The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts Nov. 7 - 8

David Sanborn Nov. 9 - 11

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

Special Exhibits

Stroll along the promenade and visit a wide array of countries and regions of the world. Learn from amazing cultural exhibits that showcase native cuisines and offer terrific demonstrations that give insights into the people, as well as the tastes of these remarkable places.

	Festival Welcome Center Visit the hub for all Festival information, featuring wine seminars, Meet the Winemaker sessions, the Wine Shop, marvelous merchandise and more - including Disney Gift Cards, which you can purchase for a handy way to pay for so much fun at the Festival!
	The American Wine Tasting Adventure Explore the regional expressions of well-known United States wine growing areas and purchase a Vineyard Pass to taste wines.
	The History of Beer in America Learn the history of beer in the New World and the awesome art and science of brewing.
	International Beers of the World Discover the distinctive flavors of premium ales and lagers such as Stella Artois, Bass Ale and Beck’s.

Fun for Families

Tantalize younger taste buds with fantastic events and exhibits that bring fun to the table. Kids of all ages will enjoy these interactive showcases that give food fans an appetite to learn.

	Junior Chef Program Children create delicious treats and savor the taste of their creations at the Junior Chef program. Kids take the gourmet center-stage as they make scrumptious chocolate chip cookies!
	Living with the Land Embark on a boat ride through a tropical greenhouse featuring bananas, jackfruits and dragon fruits, then sail by huge pumpkins and melons. Check out the fish farm and spiral-shaped lettuce-growing systems, and see thousands of tomatoes growing on world-record-producing tomato "trees"!
	Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour Bring the entire family for a backstage tour of The Land greenhouses and fish farm. Sample a greenhouse vegetable, release lady bugs, and feed the fish, too! Get close-up views of giant fruits, good bugs, and alligators - and take home ideas for growing your own gardens!

Special Wine & Culinary Programs

Indulge in culinary experiences that suit the interest of beginners and seasoned connoisseurs. Enjoy fare from the finest chefs as they prepare regional favorites paired with exquisite wines selected by winemakers. Take part in flavorful adventures that you will always remember.

	Sweet Sundays Indulge your sweet tooth as celebrity pastry chefs create cakes, pastries and all things sugary and scrumptious! Continental breakfast is included.
	The Cook, the Book and the Bottle Observe a celebrity chef prepare a delicious three-course lunch and leave with an autographed book and commemorative bottle of wine. A notable wine principal presents the accompanying wine with lunch. Best of all, you get to eat the exquisite meal!
	Odyssey Kitchen Conversations - Visit with an acclaimed television personality and discover how he or she enjoys life in - and outside - the kitchen! Culinary demonstration, tasting and an autographed copy of the celebrity's book are included in this delightful event.
	Chefs A' Field - Culinary Adventures That Begin on the Farm Discover how well-known chefs bring food from the field into the kitchen, where ingredients are magically transformed into delectable dishes! A featured chef will bring the acclaimed PBS television series alive on stage and prepare a three-course lunch for all to enjoy. All Guests receive a complimentary copy of the "Chefs A' Field" book.
	Epcot Wine Schools Enjoy this fabulous, full-day comprehensive program facilitated by a prestigious wine authority including continental breakfast, lunch and a certificate of completion!
	Cheese Tastings Celebrate cheese from around the world and expand your knowledge of cheese types, textures and presentations.
	Vertical Wine Tastings Experience something wonderful: an educational tasting of 10 vintages from exceptional global vineyards.
	Food & Wine Pairings Discover three exceptional wines with three tasting portions from Epcot® signature restaurants.

Festival Dining Experiences

Experience truly memorable fine dining. The essential ingredients of fabulous cuisine, incredible wines and great company provide the base for an enchanting evening!

	Party for the Senses - Eat, Drink and Celebrate Feast on this tribute to the sensory arts! Begin your evening with a reserved seat at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the America Gardens Theatre. Following the show, World ShowPlace becomes the setting for a sensational evening showcasing the talents of more than 25 eminent chefs and the diversity of over 70 wines and beers. Wander among tempting tasting stations in the midst of imaginative décor and awe-inspiring acts from Cirque du Soleil® La Nouba™.
	Exquisite Evenings at Epcot® Bring a healthy appetite as celebrity and Walt Disney World® chefs team up to prepare a stellar five-course meal, accompanied by wine from multiple regions. A wine principal is available to answer questions and provide recommendations.
	Regional Feasts Explore an array of dining events to dazzle the palette with the richest flavors from the diverse regions of the world.

Around the Walt Disney World® Resort

Signature Dining
All meals are accompanied by great wines hosted by a renowned vintner. Delight in these marvelous meals as Walt Disney World® Signature Restaurant Chefs invite celebrity chefs into their kitchens to prepare multi-course dinners for you.

Please note that some exclusive Wine & Culinary Programs and Festival Dining Experiences require an additional admission fee.

Holidays Around The World

Celebrate the holiday season with the characters, legends and lore from around the globe. Delight in wondrous tales and customs while experiencing the traditions of Walt Disney World® Resort. The signature events include a breathtaking Candlelight Processional and a special holiday-themed finale to the dazzling IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

EVENT DATES:
November 23, 2007 - December 30, 2007

EVENT TICKETS:
Admission to Epcot® required.

2007 ENTERTAINMENT:

Ongoing Holiday celebrations throughout the World Showcase featuring festive food, fun and entertainment from a variety of exciting cultures worldwide include:

Nightly Candlelight Processional at the American Gardens Theatre. Revel in the joy of the season as you listen to an unforgettable retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir.

Shows: 5:00, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m.

Scheduled Celebrity Narrators include:

David Robinson	Nov. 23 - 25
John O'Hurley	Nov. 26 - 28
Neil Patrick Harris	Nov. 29 - Dec. 1
Dennis Franz	Dec. 2 - Dec 4
Phylicia Rashad	Dec. 5 - Dec. 7
Steven Curtis Chapman	Dec. 8 - Dec. 10
Open	Dec. 11 - Dec. 13
Open	Dec. 14 - Dec. 16
Kirk Cameron	Dec. 17 - Dec. 19
Edward James Olmos	Dec. 20 - Dec. 22
Gary Sinise	Dec. 23 - Dec. 25
Open	Dec. 26 - Dec. 28
Marlee Matlin	Dec. 29 - Dec. 30

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth: A spectacular light and sound show every night at 9:30 p.m. at the World Showcase Lagoon featuring a very special holiday finale, which includes the classic song "Let There Be Peace On Earth" and the voice of Walter Cronkite offering a special holiday message.

Mickey Tree Lighting Treat: Join Mickey and friends every night at 6:00 p.m. to celebrate the exciting holiday tradition of lighting the Christmas tree in the unique setting of Epcot®, and enjoy a selection of international holiday music.

Holiday Storytellers: Listen to legendary holiday folklore from around the world as told at the World Showcase by the legends themselves, including France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana and America's Santa Claus.

Lights of Winter: A festive, synchronized light show set to a joyous holiday score, running nightly at the World Showcase Plaza.

Epcot® Holiday Merchandise: Stroll through the World Showcase and discover festive holiday gifts for the entire family! Visit Santa's Village in America Adventure or stop by France for a delicious gourmet treat. You may even catch a glass blower in Germany putting the finishing touches on a seasonal ornament!

Candlelight Dinner Packages: Savor an extra special treat when you ring in the holiday season with a Candlelight Dinner Package. Each package includes dinner at a select Epcot® restaurant and reserved general seating at the American Gardens Theater during the Candlelight Processional. For more information or to make dinner reservations, please call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).*

*Candlelight Dinner Packages do not include Park admission.
Entertainment is subject to change without notice.

ABC Super Soap Weekend

Check out celebrities from your favorite ABC Daytime dramas (All My Children, One Life to Live and General Hospital) as they step off of your TV screen and into Disney-MGM Studios® for a star-studded weekend. Experience Celebrity Motorcades and Star Conversations! Then, take advantage of "On Location" Autographs and check out all the hot hunks and daytime divas of ABC. Be sure to attend the ABC Super Soap Weekend. It's a truly soap-a-licious weekend!

2007 EVENT DATES:
November 10 - 11, 2007

2006 ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

	THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF LUKE & LAURA Catch a glimpse of General Hospital's power couple, as Colgate® Total® presents Luke and Laura on the anniversary of their historic wedding! On the Friday before Super Soap Weekend (Nov 10th), this beloved duo will participate in a Grand Motorcade up Hollywood Boulevard to the hat stage for a presentation with fan interaction! Please note that this event on November 10, 2006 is the only opportunity to catch Luke and Laura as they will not attend the rest of Super Soap Weekend.
	SUPER SOAP TALK SHOW Get the "Total" scoop at the ABC TV Theater for the Wide World of Soaps Live! talk show featuring the ABC Daytime soap stars LIVE on stage throughout the day! Enjoy an exclusive look at show clips and sneak previews of upcoming episodes and find out more about your favorite actors. Ask the stars what you've always wanted to know!
	STREET JAM NIGHTIME ENTERTAINMENT Party each evening following the Grand Motorcade at the Colgate® Total® Street Jam - an incredible star-filled concert!
	"ON LOCATION" AUTOGRAPHS Get "up close and personal" with your favorite ABC soap stars at special locations throughout the park.
	CELEBRITY MOTORCADES AND STAR CONVERSATIONS See all the Daytime glamour of the ABC soap stars in "Hollywood style" celebrity motorcades all day long. Each motorcade travels up Hollywood Boulevard to the Sorcerer's Hat stage and is followed by a fascinating conversation with the stars on stage.
	“I WANNA BE A SOAP STAR” Join in the fun of SOAPnet’s “I Wanna Be A Soap Star”, where selected contestants will compete for their showbiz break to perform in an on-stage scene with one of ABC's hottest hunks.
	SOAP CENTRAL Don't miss your chance to purchase show costumes, props, and other "one of a kind" items direct from the sets of your favorite ABC soaps.
	ATTENDING CELEBRITIES (subject to change)

Special Appearance by The View's newest co-host, Rosie O'Donnell
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All My Children	One Life to Live	General Hospital
Justin Bruening “Jamie”	Kristen Alderson “Starr”	Julie Berman “Lulu”
Colin Egglesfield “Joshua”	Kathy Brier “Marcie”	Scott Clifton “Dillon”
Alexa Havins “Babe”	Kamar de los Reyes “Antonio”	Rebecca Herbst “Elizabeth”
Thorsten Kaye “Zach”	Kassie DePaiva “Blair”	Kimberly McCullough “Robin”
Michael E. Knight “Tad”	Michael Easton “John”	Kelly Monaco “Sam”
Susan Lucci “Erica”	David Fumero “Cristian”	Jason Thompson “Patrick”
Cameron Mathison “Ryan”	Melissa Gallo “Adriana”	Greg Vaughan “Lucky”
Cady McClain “Dixie”	Renee Goldsberry “Evangeline”	Laura Wright “Carly”
Alicia Minshew “Kendall”	John-Paul Lavoisier “Rex”	-
Eden Riegel “Bianca”	Forbes March “Nash”	-
Aiden Turner “Aidan”	Erika Slezak “Viki”	-
Jacob Young “JR”	Trevor St. John “Todd”	-
-	Bree Williamson “Jessica”	-

Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Be dazzled by the twirling carousels of lights, the sparkling snowflakes, the heavenly angels, the majestic trees, the tinkling bells, the brave toy soldiers and the fantastic wreaths, as well Santa and his reindeer. All the magic of the original display from Little Rock, Arkansas comes to you with the splendor of millions of lights and lots of new surprises from the Osborne Family as their popular holiday tradition heads to the Big City. Come see the trees, spinning carousels, 3-D and motion-based displays. Delight in the flying angels, toy soldiers and giant Santa Claus light creations all strung along the high-rise backlot cityscape of Streets of America.

This festive display was designed by Arkansas businessman and philanthropist, Jennings Osborne as a Christmas gift to his daughter, Breezy. What began with over 1,000 red lights on their 22,000 square-foot home evolved into millions of shimmering beacons. By 1995, the display found a new home at Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World® Resort.

2007 EVENT DATES:
November 12, 2007 - January 6, 2008