We know, we know, you’re focused on the upcoming holidays, but don’t forget that the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is also coming soon!

We already know about the Disney on Broadway performances that will be happening when the festival kicks off on January 13th, and now we’re getting a glimpse at some of the other visual and performance artists who will be visiting Disney World during this festival!
More than 100 artists will be visiting the festival during its 6-week run. They include some major fan favorites like Jerrod Maruyama and Ashley Taylor. Here’s a look at what we know is coming back for 2023!
Visual Art in Performance
You’ll be able to watch artists paint Disney characters in the blink of an eye in the World Showcase Plaza.

Visual Art in Performance happens multiple times a day Thursdays through Sundays during the festival, and may be available on select Mondays, as well. Here’s the artist schedule:
Trevor Carlton
- January 14th to January 17th
- February 3rd to February 6th
- February 10th to February 13th
- February 17th to February 21st
Stephen Fishwick
- January 27th to January 30th
Trevor Carlton & Stephen Fishwick in a Dueling Artist Format
- January 20th to January 23rd
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Music
You can also enjoy special music performances each day of the festival in World Showcase Plaza.

Performers include:
- Nicholas Marks, playing guitar Thursday through Saturday
- Victor Espinola, playing harp Monday through Friday
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Art Defying Gravity
Acrobatic artistry will also be returning to the 2023 EPCOT Festival of the Arts!

You will find these performances in World Showcase Plaza. They take place Wednesday through Saturday during the festival. Check your My Disney Experience App for specific showtimes.
Stay tuned to All Ears for the latest on the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts and all the latest Disney news!
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Have you visited the Festival of the Arts? Tell us about your favorite entertainment in the comments!
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