The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is set to return to EPCOT on July 27th, and with it Disney’s epic concert series called Eat to the Beat will be gracing the stage of the America Gardens Theatre.
The lineup for performing artists has been revealed, with some exciting artists like Baha Men, Boyz II Men, 98 °, Sugar Ray, and Hoobastank to name a few! All you 90’s kids should be gearing up to make your Park Pass reservations for EPCOT from late September to early October!
What Is The 2023 Eat to the Beat Concert Series?
The Eat to the Beat Concert Series at EPCOT is an annual event that takes place during the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. The event features a wide variety of musical acts from different genres, performing live concerts at the America Gardens Theatre. Performances are held nightly during the festival and are included with regular admission to EPCOT.
The concert series is known for featuring big names in the music industry from the past and present, including Boyz II Men, Sugar Ray, and Hanson. The event offers an excellent opportunity for guests to enjoy their favorite music while savoring delicious food and drinks from around the world.
2023 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Lineup
We’ve added a table below to show you exactly which artists will be performing, and what dates you can see them perform. This year’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series will feature local acts from the central Florida area each Tuesday to Thursday throughout the series. There will be three showtimes each night at the following times:
| Performing Act | Dates |
|---|---|
| Funkafied | July 27 |
| Orianthi (NEW) | July 28-29 |
| For King & Country (NEW) | July 30-31 |
| Funkafied | Aug. 1-3 |
| Southern Avenue | Aug. 4-5 |
| Tiffany | Aug. 6-7 |
| Ruben Studdard with Haley Reinhart | Aug. 11-12 |
| The Bacon Brothers (NEW) | Aug. 13-14 |
| M-80’s | Aug. 15-17 |
| Joey Fatone & Friends | Aug. 18-21 |
| The Female Collective | Aug. 22-24 |
| Ayron Jones (NEW) | Aug. 25-26 |
| Phillip Phillips (NEW) | Aug. 27-28 |
| Element | Aug. 29-31 |
| Baha Men | Sept. 1-2 |
| MercyMe | Sept. 3-4 |
| Ray Parker Jr. | Sept. 8-9 |
| TobyMac | Sept. 10-11 |
| Hooligans | Sept. 12-14 |
| Monsieur Periné | Sept. 15 |
| Raul Acosta and Oro Solido | Sept. 16-17 |
| Celebrity Latin Talent (TBA) | Sept. 18 |
| Audio Exchange | Sept. 19-21 |
| Los Amigos Invisibles | Sept. 22-23 |
| 98 ° | Sept. 24-25 |
| Latin Ambition | Sept. 27-28 |
| Boyz II Men | Sept. 29 – Oct. 2 |
| Boyz II Men | Sept. 29 – Oct. 2 |
| Wish Radio | Oct. 3-5 |
| Sugar Ray | Oct. 8-9 |
| Icon Party Band | Oct. 10-12 |
| Hoobastank | Oct. 13-14 |
| Air Supply | Oct. 15-16 |
| Evolution Motown | Oct. 20-21 |
| Taylor Dayne | Oct. 20-21 |
| Sound Up | Oct. 24-26 |
| Billy Ocean | Oct. 22-23 |
| Hanson | Oct. 27-30 |
| Rexine | Oct. 29 – Nov. 2 |
| We The Kings (NEW) | Nov. 3-4 |
| Sheila E. | Nov. 5-6 |
| Epic Live | Nov. 7-9 |
| Big Bad Voodoo Daddy | Nov. 10-11 |
| 38 Special | Nov. 12-13 |
Eat To The Beat Dining Packages
Eat To The Beat dining packages will be on sale starting July 6th, 2023. This unique dining package will offer park guests a delicious meal inside participating dining locations within EPCOT, then a guaranteed seat to one of the Eat to the Beat concerts. Definitely worth a look since these concerts are sure to fill up quickly!
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | $64 | $41 |
| Lunch / Dinner | $74 | $48 |
Dining Experience
- Character dining
- Family-style meal
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
Biergarten Restaurant
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch / Dinner | $60 | $34 |
Dining Experience
- Buffet style meal
- Themed dining
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
Coral Reef Restaurant
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch / Dinner | $69 | $27 |
Dining Experience
- Entrée and dessert included
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
Garden Grill Restaurant
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | $53 | $34 |
| Lunch / Dinner | $66 | $43 |
Dining Experience
- Family-style meal
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
Le Cellier Steakhouse
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch / Dinner | $95 | $36 |
Dining Experience
- Entrée and dessert included
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
- Signature dining experience
Spice Road Table
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch / Dinner | $47 | $20 |
Dining Experience
- 2 small plates & a shared dessert platter
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
Same-Day Dining Packages
Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Crafts Drafts & Barbecue
| Dining Time | Adults (10+) | Kids (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch / Dinner | $35 | $35 |
Dining Experience
- No reservations required
- Entrée and dessert included
- Non-alcoholic beverages included
To check availability for same-day dining packages, visit Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue during the Festival. Packages are subject to availability and may not be available on peak dates.
Start Planning Your Disney Vacations Now!
With the International Food and Wine Festival coming up, and the announcement of this star-studded lineup of performing artists, now is a great time to start planning your next Disney World vacation!
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Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
