Explore fan-favorite fall food festivals in Orlando.
Ready to feast your way through Orlando? You’ll be hard pressed to find a better time to visit than in the fall, where you can enjoy multiple mouthwatering food festivals and the return of one of my favorite culinary traditions, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® presented by Orlando Health. Whether you’re filling up on culture, food and fun at FusionFest or eating your way through our theme parks and attractions, your table awaits at these delicious fall food festivals.
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Fall Food Festivals in Orlando Neighborhoods
FusionFest
Nov. 28 – 29, 2026
Savor global cuisine from over 110 countries at FusionFest, a multicultural celebration of music, art and tradition hosted every Thanksgiving weekend in downtown Orlando. Highlights of the free, two-day event include global kitchens, art activations, mesmerizing live arts, an international marketplace, family-friendly crafts and so much more. It’s a vibrant reflection of Orlando’s rich, multicultural heritage that foodies won’t want to miss.
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Feast on the 50
Date: Fall 2026
Join a one-of-a-kind tailgate with all-inclusive food and drink during Feast on the 50, traditionally hosted on the field at downtown Orlando’s Camping World Stadium. Taste your way around the stadium, then bid on sports memorabilia, explore family fun at the Kids Zone, and tour the Official Alumni Village for more spirited fun featuring alumni schools in the Big Ten, SEC, ACC and Big 12.
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Fall Fiesta in the Park
Nov. 7 – 8, 2026
Drink in the sights, sounds and flavors of Orlando during the 55th Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park, a massive celebration hosted in Lake Eola Park. Explore global cuisine, specialty drinks, live music and family-friendly crafts, then cruise along the lake’s surface on an iconic swan boat ride.
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Fall Food Festivals in Orlando Entertainment Districts
Red, White & BBQ at SeaWorld® Orlando
Select Dates, July 4 – Aug. 23, 2026
Take a culinary road trip from coast-to-coast — no vehicle required — during Red, White & BBQ at SeaWorld® Orlando. This all-new experience features classic American flavors from our country’s most iconic barbecue regions, from burnt end sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls to grilled barbecue skewers paired with golden cornbread — plus mouthwatering sides, icy beer and cool drinks for the ultimate feast. Treat your tastebuds to a delicious taste of the U.S.A. with specialty items available through early fall.
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EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival
Aug. 27 – Nov. 21, 2026
Take a culinary spin around the world at the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival, included with daytime admission at EPCOT®. The fan-favorite event features traditional food and drink inspired by countries and cultures around the world, often served in immersive, globally themed settings.
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Snack your way through dozens of global marketplaces, join a themed food stroll, or let the music move you with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, featuring live entertainment every single night. Concert dining packages are also available featuring a full sit-down meal and guaranteed same-day concert seating. It’s all waiting for you at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Subject to change, the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series lineup includes:
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Aug. 27: Evolution: Motown |
Sept. 25 – 27: Element |
Oct. 21 – 22: Allen Stone |
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Aug. 28 – Sept 3: Hanson |
Sept. 28 – 29: New Found Glory |
Oct. 23 – 25: SoundUp |
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Sept. 4 – 5: The War and Treaty |
Sept. 30 – Oct. 1: Smash Mouth |
Oct. 26 – 27: Lauren Alaina |
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Sept. 6 – 7: Yellowcard |
Oct. 2 – 4: Champagne Orchestra |
Oct. 28 – 29: Bowling for Soup |
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Sept. 8 – 10: Fly Guys |
Oct. 5 – 6: Rey Ruiz |
Oct. 30 – Nov. 1: Southbound |
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Sept. 11 – 12: Couch |
Oct. 7 – 8: Tiffany |
Nov. 2 – 3: Boyz II Men |
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Sept. 13 – 14: Fitz and the Tantrums |
Oct. 9 – 11: Viva Latina |
Nov. 4 – 5: Big Head Todd and The Monsters |
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Sept. 15 – 17: Latin Ambition |
Oct. 12 – 13: The Fray |
Nov. 6 – 8: M-80’s |
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Sept. 18 – 19: MercyMe |
Oct. 14 – 15: STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas |
Nov. 9 – 10: Grace Potter |
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Sept. 20 – 21: Grupo Manía |
Oct. 16 – 18: Jaclyn Hayden |
Nov. 11 – 12: The Beach Boys |
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Sept. 22 – 24: Metro Latino Band |
Oct. 19 – 20: Ben Rector |
Nov. 13 – 16: The Hooligans |
Taste of Space: Fall Bites at Kennedy Space Center
Sept. 28 – Nov. 8, 2026
Blast off with out-of-this-world flavors during Taste of Space: Fall Bites, a delicious foodie tradition included with admission at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Savor spectacular themed items available for purchase throughout the day and keep an eye out for additional one-night foodie events throughout the season. Past years have included an after-hours Marstini shakeoff featuring local bars and restaurants and a celebrity chef night with tastings and culinary demonstrations.
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Harbor Nights at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
Oct. 16 & Nov. 27, 2026
Hosted on select nights throughout the year, Harbor Nights allows you to spend a lively evening on the Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando while enjoying flavorful, Italian-inspired food, great wine, captivating live music and more. You can sip, stroll and dine on two dates this fall, including Harbor Nights La Dolce Vita on October 16 and Holiday Harbor Nights on November 27.
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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic
Nov. 20 – 21, 2026
Hosted at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, this gourmet getaway features sophisticated cuisine, wine, beer and beverages, plus a celebrity chef appearance and a variety of rich culinary seminars. The main attraction is a two-day, all-inclusive food festival featuring dishes from 10 resort restaurants, including star-studded options like Todd English’s bluezoo and Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak. Mingle with chefs and foodies and meet Chef Todd English himself at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic.
Map of Orlando Fall Food Festivals
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