Hey Disney Vacationers! We may have just started the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts, but Disney is already giving us something new to plan for. Once the cooler weather fades, everything starts blooming, and spring arrives, EPCOT will shift into one of its most relaxing seasons of the year. That means colorful gardens, fresh food, and live music at the American Gardens Theatre.
Disney has now announced the 2026 Garden Rocks lineup and dining packages for the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. If you love classic hits, throwback bands, and a few fresh names mixed in, this year’s list has a little bit of everything.
Here’s the full breakdown.
2026 Garden Rocks Line Up
- March 5–7 — The Music of ABBA (NEW)
- March 8–9 — Simple Plan
- March 13–14 — Blue October
- March 15–16 — Billy Ocean
- March 20–23 — THE ORCHESTRA starring former members of ELO & ELO Part II
- March 27–28 — Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
- March 29–30 — 38 Special
- April 3–4 — Chubby Checker
- April 5–6 — Sugar Ray
- April 10–11 — Information Society (NEW)
- April 12–13 — Rick Springfield
- April 17–18 — Berlin
- April 19–20 — The Commodores
- April 24–25 — FireHouse (NEW)
- April 26–27 — Air Supply
- May 1–2 — A Flock of Seagulls
- May 3–4 — Plain White T’s
- May 8–9 — Katrina, formerly of Katrina & The Waves (NEW)
- May 10–11 — 98 Degrees
- May 15–16 — The Spinners
- May 17–18 — Josiah Queen (NEW)
- May 22–23 — Iam Tongi (NEW)
- May 24–25 — A.J. Croce: Croce Plays Croce
- May 29–30 — Queensrÿche
- May 31–June 1 — Maverick City Music
With a mix of chart-topping legends, powerhouse vocalists, and Orlando’s rising local talent, this year’s lineup brings something fresh to the American Gardens Theatre.
Settle in for an evening of live music, familiar songs, and a relaxed EPCOT vibe. This year’s musical garden is packed with star power across multiple decades and genres.
New Artists in the 2026 Garden Rocks Line Up
Disney added several first-time acts to this year’s schedule. These are the performers marked as NEW in the 2026 Garden Rocks lineup.
- The Music of ABBA — A tribute show focused on ABBA’s biggest hits and fan favorites.
- Information Society — A synth-pop band best known for late 80s and early 90s hits.
- FireHouse — A rock band known for power ballads and classic radio hits.
- Katrina, formerly of Katrina & The Waves — The voice behind “Walking on Sunshine.”
- Josiah Queen — A rising Christian music artist with a strong following.
- Iam Tongi — American Idol winner with a growing fan base and soulful style.
These additions bring newer energy into a lineup that already leans heavy on nostalgia.
Garden Rocks Concert Times
Disney has not posted the official showtimes yet for 2026. In past years, Garden Rocks concerts usually ran three times per night at the American Gardens Theatre.
Typical showtimes have been:
- 5:30 PM
- 6:45 PM
- 8:00 PM
These times could shift slightly by date and crowd levels. Disney will confirm the exact 2026 schedule closer to the festival start.
Where Garden Rocks Takes Place
All Garden Rocks concerts happen at the American Gardens Theatre in EPCOT’s World Showcase United States Pavilion.
You will find the theater between the Japan Pavilion and the Italy Pavilion. It is an outdoor venue with stadium-style seating and open sightlines to the stage.
This location makes it easy to:
- Grab festival food before the show
- Walk in from multiple World Showcase entrances
- Catch a sunset performance
- Exit toward the front of the park after the final set
The American Gardens Theatre is one of EPCOT’s best live-music venues because it feels open, relaxed, and close to the action.
2026 Garden Rocks Dining Package Details
Treat your senses to good food and live music when you book a Garden Rocks Dining Package during the 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival.
Each dining package includes a meal at a participating EPCOT restaurant plus one (1) guaranteed seat per person to a Garden Rocks concert held on the same day.
What’s Included
At most participating restaurants, your dining package includes:
- One entrée and one dessert, or one full buffet (where applicable)
- One nonalcoholic beverage
- Alcoholic beverages are included for Guests 21 and older
At Spice Road Table, the dining package includes:
- Two (2) small plates
- One shared tagine
- One shared dessert platter
- One nonalcoholic beverage
- Alcoholic beverages are included for Guests 21 and older
Dining Package Reservations
Reservations for the 2026 Garden Rocks Dining Packages open on February 5.
Participating Restaurants and Prices
| Participating Restaurant | Pavilion | Adult (10+) | Child (3–9) | Dining Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biergarten Restaurant | Germany | $66 | $35 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Chefs de France | France | $81 | $33 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Coral Reef Restaurant | The Living Seas | $73 | $29 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Garden Grill Restaurant (Breakfast) | The Land | $66 | $40 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Garden Grill Restaurant (Lunch/Dinner) | The Land | $79 | $49 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| La Crêperie de Paris | France | $56 | $30 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| La Hacienda de San Angel | Mexico | $82 | $37 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Le Cellier Steakhouse | Canada | $99 | $39 | 2 Table-Service Meals |
| Nine Dragons Restaurant | China | $60 | $23 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue* | American Adventure | $36 | $21 | Not Eligible |
| Rose & Crown Dining Room | United Kingdom | $61 | $26 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya | Japan | $89 | $45 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Spice Road Table | Morocco | $56 | $21 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Teppan Edo | Japan | $89 | $45 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Tutto Italia Ristorante | Italy | $79 | $30 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
| Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria | Italy | $67 | $29 | 1 Table-Service Meal |
*Regal Eagle Smokehouse dining packages are available for same-day purchase only.
Same-Day Garden Rocks Dining Packages
Guests visiting EPCOT without advance reservations may still have an option.
Same-day dining packages allow guests to:
- Dine without reservations at Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue
- Receive guaranteed seating for a Garden Rocks concert later that same day
To check availability, visit Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue in EPCOT.
Same-day dining packages are subject to availability and may not be offered on peak dates.
Dining packages are bookable through the Walt Disney World website and My Disney Experience app starting on February 5, 2026.
2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Dates
Walt Disney World confirmed the festival’s return with a spring preview:
“During springtime in Florida, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the flowers are blooming… especially at the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, returning from March 4 to June 1.
Get ready to stroll past whimsical topiaries and lush gardens, savor mouthwatering bites at Outdoor Kitchens, and jam to live tunes during the Garden Rocks Concert Series.”
The 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival will run from March 4 through June 1, 2026.
Expect:
- New and returning topiaries
- Outdoor Kitchens with seasonal food
- Fresh garden displays
- Live music at Garden Rocks
- Festival merchandise
Final Take
The 2026 Garden Rocks lineup continues Disney’s trend of blending classic acts with newer artists. There is something here for almost every age group and music taste.
Between nostalgic favorites like Air Supply, Rick Springfield, and The Commodores, and newer names like Iam Tongi and Josiah Queen, this year’s schedule feels balanced and well paced.
If you plan a spring trip to EPCOT, Garden Rocks adds a solid evening option that costs nothing extra with park admission.
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