Every spring, EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival brings with it a specific kind of excitement that has nothing to do with topiaries or live music. This year, the object of that excitement is the 2026 Souvenir Orange Bird Sipper for $15.49, and it is living up to every bit of the hype. Nothing like a good Orange-Lemon Smoothie to check out all the topiaries, gardens, and go on an Eggstravaganza or Spike the Bee scavenger hunt.
What Makes This Sipper Different
The design this year is a standout. The sipper is shaped like Orange Bird himself, standing on top of a wooden crate stamped with the vintage Sunshine Tree Terrace logo from Magic Kingdom. It is a fully sculpted figure, and Orange Bird’s head lifts open so you can pour your drink inside. The whole thing reads like a little piece of Florida citrus history you can carry around the park.
Paired with it is an Orange-Lemon Smoothie, a non-alcoholic drink that fits the booth’s whole citrus-forward identity. The combination costs $15.49, which puts it in line with what guests have come to expect for a festival souvenir drink at Disney.
The sipper is only available at The Citrus Blossom, one of the festival’s outdoor kitchens set up inside the Odyssey Pavilion. The location sits between Test Track and the World Showcase entrance near the Mexico Pavilion, making it one of the first stops many guests hit after entering the park from the front.
The Citrus Blossom first appeared at the 2019 festival, built around dishes and drinks that put Florida citrus front and center. This is its eighth year back, and it continues to draw one of the longest lines at the festival every single time.
Tips for Getting One Without the Wait
Demand for the Orange Bird Sipper goes up fast. By mid-morning on opening days, lines at the Citrus Blossom can stretch well past what most guests plan for. If this is on your list, the move is to head straight there when the doors open before doing anything else. Citrus Blossom opens at 11:00 AM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. New this year, Citrus Blossom opens at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. It closes at 9:00 PM daily.
If you are visiting with a group and the line is already long, take turns. One person holds a spot while others grab food from nearby booths or hit a ride. The Odyssey Pavilion location actually helps here because there is seating inside, which makes the wait a little easier to manage.
It is also worth knowing that this is a festival-exclusive item. You cannot pick one up at Sunshine Tree Terrace in Magic Kingdom or anywhere else in the parks. Once the festival wraps on June 1, 2026, it is gone.
The Broader Orange Bird Moment at EPCOT Right Now
Orange Bird has become one of the most beloved mascots tied to this festival, and 2026 has leaned into that in a big way, like they do every Flower & Garden Festival. The Citrus Blossom entrance features a large Orange Bird graphic at its center panel, with a background showing water, palm trees, and a rainbow. The windows are decorated with citrus fruit decals. Walking up to the booth, you already know exactly what you are getting into.
Beyond the sipper, the full Orange Bird merchandise collection this year includes apparel, accessories, garden decor, and a range of keepsakes. There are Spirit Jerseys, a Loungefly backpack shaped like a wooden orange crate, hats, ornaments, and even a mug inspired by the Citrus Swirl. For guests who love the character, there is no shortage of ways to take a piece of him home.
What Else Is on the Menu at Citrus Blossom
If you are already standing in line for the sipper, the rest of the Citrus Blossom menu is worth a look. The booth is known for its citrus-focused dishes, and the 2026 lineup includes some crowd favorites alongside a few new additions. Chicken and Waffles made with a honey-bacon cornbread waffle, whipped honey butter, and orange blossom honey is one of the more talked-about plates. There is also a Honeycomb Bowl with herb quinoa and honey-whipped goat cheese, which is new this year.
The Orange Bird Sipper at EPCOT 2026 Is Already Turning Heads at the Citrus Blossom
The Festival Runs Through June 1
The 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival is open now and runs through June 1. Admission to the festival is included with regular EPCOT park admission, so the only thing standing between you and the Orange Bird Sipper is the line.
If you are planning a spring trip to Walt Disney World, this is one of those items that rewards getting there early and being intentional about it. The sipper sells out. The smoothie is cold and citrusy. And walking around EPCOT with an Orange Bird in your hand is, by most accounts, one of the better ways to spend a spring afternoon in Orlando.
