10 Reasons Why the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is the Best EPCOT Festival for Fashion
10 Ways to Style an Outfit for the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is the unofficial start to Spring at Walt Disney World (the 2025 edition runs from March 5 to June 2). But that’s not all, the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is also a dream event for Disney fashion lovers who want to blend their festival style with the beauty of nature at the event.
Featuring colorful floral displays, aromatic outdoor kitchens and vibrant character topiaries, the Flower and Garden Festival is the perfect backdrop for stylish outfits that embrace springtime aesthetics. There are so many ways that you can style your outfit for this event and we have 10 to share with you for inspiration
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Whether you are a regular Disney Parks visitor who likes to dress for the occasion, a casual park visitor, or a fashion-forward festival fan, here are 10 reasons why the Flower and Garden Festival is the ultimate EPCOT festival for fashion—with some outfit ideas for inspiration.
10 Style Tips for What to Wear to the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival
1. Blooming Florals Everywhere
With EPCOT overflowing in breathtaking flowers everywhere you look during the Flower and Garden Festival, this is the perfect event to embrace floral prints and pastel hues.
Style Tip: Go for a breezy floral sundress or a linen button-up with floral embroidery. Pair with comfortable sneakers or sandals to stay stylish and comfy all day.
2. Instagram-Worthy Photo Spots
From colorful butterfly gardens to vibrant Disney topiaries and fields of flowers by the water, every corner of the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival is a fashion photo-op just waiting to happen.
Style Tip: A twirl-worthy maxi skirt with a fitted tank top and a subtle Disney or garden-themed denim jacket makes for a stylish effortless look that really pops in photos.
3. Warm Spring Weather Calls for Easygoing Layers
Florida spring can often mean quite warm temperatures during the day, with cool breezes at night. This makes layering with lighter clothing layers a festival essential if you plan to cross over from day to night.
Style Tip: A lightweight jacket, cardigan, hoodie or sweatshirt over a graphic tee (subtle Disney-inspired, of course) will keep you comfortable and ready to go from morning to evening.
4. Garden-Inspired Accessories Shine
Don’t forget to accessorize. The EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival offers a ton of ways to accessorize, with so many great themes. Flower crowns, leaf-shaped earrings, busy bees, butterflies and nature-inspired accessories will all blend perfectly with the festival’s theme.
Style Tip: Try a floral headband or Disney festival ears, or even a straw hat paired with a relaxed Disney tee and shorts for a chic, nature-inspired vibe. Pair it all with a flower tote and you’re ready to shop the festival.
5. Butterfly Gardens Make Wings Trendy
The Flower and Garden Festival’s Butterfly Garden is a magical place that makes butterfly-inspired fashion feel right at home.
Style Tip: Try a pastel-colored flowy blouse paired with butterfly-shaped earrings or a buttefly-inspired tee to add a subtle nod to this whimsical theme.
6. Flower and Garden Festival Merch Inspires Outfit Coordination
Each year, the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival releases limited-edition apparel featuring characters like the Florida Orange Bird and more—perfect for styling a full festival outfit. So if you want to wait until you’re onsite to complete your fit, this is the way to go.
Style Tip: Pair an Orange Bird festival tee with a breezy skater skirt and white sneakers for a playful yet stylish look.
7. It’s the Best Festival for Pastel Lovers
Soft, dreamy colors dominate the flower and garden festival, making it the ideal time to wear pastel shades that complement the EPCOT scenery around you.
Style Tip: Lavender, mint, baby pink and sky blue look stunning in photos. A pastel Disney crewneck t-shirt with biker shorts and chunky sneakers is the perfect comfy-chic combo that will look great in photos and videos.
8. Flower & Garden Inspires Cottagecore Vibes
From honey-themed food booths with honey bees, to whimsical gardens, this festival is a dream for cottagecore fashion lovers.
Style Tip: A gingham dress, lace-trimmed socks and a cozy cardigan with subtle Disney bee-inspired tee create the ultimate cottagecore Disney look.
9. Festival Outfits Can Be Playful and Fun
Unlike other EPCOT festivals that lean into rich or dark tones, the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is all about playfulness and lighthearted themes.
Style Tip: Embrace breezy fun prints, detailed graphics and quirky Disney accessories—like a daisy-shaped bag or floral Mickey ears.
10. The Best Disney Fest for Hats
With the Florida sun shining bright, the Flower and Garden Festival is the ideal event to show off stylish headwear—whether it’s a wide-brimmed sunhat, a bucket hat, or a cute pair of floral Minnie ears. Hats not only add personality to your outfit, but also provide essential sun protection while you explore.
Style Tip: Opt for a neutral or pastel-toned hat that complements your outfit rather than overpowers it. Pair it with a breezy button-down shirt or a lightweight Disney-inspired tee for a relaxed, chic vibe.
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