By Juliana Octavini
The gastronomic festivals that happen in Orlando on this second half of 2025 Orlando is already known worldwide for its theme parks, but it also surprises the diverse culinary scene, with award-winning restaurants, charming coffee shops, thematic experiences and menus that please all tastes. And in the second half of the year, this wealth is even more prominent with events that celebrate gastronomy in style.
As a taurine, I'm a suspect to speak!
From refined menus to creative vegan dishes, to tastings in luxury resorts and even experiences within a space center, the city brings together options for all tastes.
If you're a real one Foodie — or you just want to take the trip to see this other side of Orlando — it is worth checking out each of the festivals that I have separated in this complete guide.
Gastronomic Festivals in Orlando 2025: main events and experiences
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2025: High cuisine with affordable price
O Magical Dining® It has become a tradition in Orlando, and it is not difficult to understand why. For a few weeks, residents and tourists have the chance to enjoy full menus in some of the best restaurants in the city for a much more affordable fixed price. It is three dishes — entrance, main dish and dessert — prepared especially for the occasion, in places ranging from modern options to restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide, with values from US$ 40.
In 2025, the event reaches its 20th edition, bringing together more than 160 restaurants and including new names on the list of participants. It is the perfect opportunity for those who want to experience Orlando's high gastronomy without weighing so much in their pockets and, of breaking, still contribute with social causes, since part of the amount collected goes to local charities.
But be careful: this is the last week of the event, since it started on August 15 and happens until September 30!
When: Until 30 September 2025
Check out the ratio of participating restaurants
Taste of Space: Gastronomic Festival at Kennedy Space Center
Another gastronomic festival that takes place in the second half of 2025 is not exactly in Orlando, but is a few minutes away from the city and is an excellent opportunity to unite science, space and good food in a single experience.
I'm talking about Taste of Space: Fall Bites! Kennedy Space Center is a mandatory stop.
During the event, the complex receives menus inspired in autumn with creative dishes and even special drinks. It is the chance to taste novelties while exploring the areas dedicated to the space conquests of humanity.
One of the high points is the Marstini Shake-Off, a special night only for adults in which bartenders compete with creations of theme cocktails. Visitors can try drinks, vote on the favorite and, in addition, have the chance to interact with invited astronauts. It is an experience that perfectly combines the futuristic climate of the space center with the relaxation of gastronomy. All information about this event you confer on the Official site of Taste of Space: Fall Bites!
When: 3 October to 9 November 2025
Where: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Tickets: Event included in regular admission; Marstini Shake-Off with additional admission.
Central Florida Veg Fest 2025: Outdoor vegan Festival in Orlando
Those seeking a healthier, more sustainable and accessible option will love the Central Florida Veg Fest.
This is the largest vegan event in the region and brings together thousands of people interested in vegetable-based cuisine, quality of life and above all, conscious lifestyle. Programming is varied: more than 200 exhibitors offer vegan products, food and novelties, as well as workshops, lectures, live music as well as cultural activities.
It is an outdoor festival, ideal for spending the day with family or friends, discovering different flavors. Even if you do not follow veganism you find at Veg Fest a great opportunity to try creative dishes and undoubtedly rethink the relationship with food.
No official website of the event, you find all the information as the complete programming as well as the stands that will be present in the festival food court.
When: 25 October 2025
Where: Orlando Festival Park, Downtown Orlando
Tickets: Free admission.
Disney gastronomic experiences in Orlando in 2025
EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival: World Tastes in One Place
Those who visit EPCOT during the second semester find an even more special park. This is because it happens the International Food & Wine Festival, one of the largest and most anticipated gastronomic events in the city.
In fact, I've already done a full post on this year's edition, check out below:
👉 Disney announces dates of the Epcot Food Festival & Wine 2025
👉 Disney announces EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2025 shows
In fact, throughout the year, Disney has been hosting some festivals, as I have already said on the blog, but gastronomics are undoubtedly Orlando's most popular and popular and I would say that the 2025 edition is a killer!
Imagine walking through the World Showcase and, in each pavilion, finding typical flavors from different parts of the world — from Asia to Latin America, passing through Europe and Africa. Ah, and Brazil has guaranteed participation in the event, you saw!
In addition to food and drinks, the festival offers musical shows with famous artists, workshops, exclusive experiences and, above all, an infectious atmosphere.
It is undoubtedly a real invitation to explore new flavors, try different dishes in smaller portions (which makes it easy to taste several options) and still enjoy a festival that unites culture, music and gastronomy. No wonder, the event is considered one of the favourites between tourists and residents. Oh, and it is worth noting that the event is already included in the park ticket!
When: Until 22 November 2025
Where: EPCOT, Walt Disney World
Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic: Luxury and Sophistication in International Cooking
Luxury, sophistication and high gastronomy are found in the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, event that takes place within Walt Disney World.
For two days, visitors can not only circulate through theme areas set up in the resort but also taste as many times as you want dishes prepared by the hotel's award-winning chefs, accompanied by wines, beers and distillates from around the world.
The climate is elegant but relaxed, with live music, workshops and even fireworks show. It is undoubtedly one of the best experiences for couples who want to enjoy a special evening or for those who try to enjoy the best of international cuisine in an exclusive environment.
All information as well as the full menu of what will be offered can be found in the official website of the event.
When: November 14th and 15th, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort
Tickets: from US$ 195 per person (plus taxes)
So whatever your style, the second half of 2025 in Orlando reserves unique gastronomic festivals for you. Enjoy the trip to delight in incredible flavors and discover another side of the city that delights millions of visitors every year!
