Today is the day! Epcot has been preparing for the 2018 Food and Wine Festival, which officially opens today, August 30. There were some signage and menu boards out in advance of the opening, so we thought we’d share some first photos of the decor around the park.

Entering Epcot:

Moving toward the Festival Center:

Display area past the Fountain of Nations:

Now in its 23rd year, the festival will feature more than 30 global marketplaces that offer small dishes and beverages from around the world, as well as special dining experiences, both paid and free events, and a series of nightly Eat to the Beat concerts.

We’ll have prices for the global marketplace menu items later today, along with food and other photos, so check back again soon!

And don’t forget the rest of our Food and Wine Festival coverage:

• Official Press Release
• General Info
• Global Marketplaces
• Gluten/Wheat-Friendly Marketplace Items
• Cheese Seminars
• Beverage Seminars
• Culinary Demonstrations
• Eat to the Beat Concerts
• Food and Beverage Pairings
• Festival Merchandise
• Mix It Make It Celebrate It!
• Party for the Senses
• Signature Dining Events
• Sunday Brunch with a Chef
• What Else is New at the Festival?