ORLANDO, Fla. — Festive sounds, sights, and experiences are taking over EPCOT for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.

This annual event features holiday kitchens with seasonal recipes from around the globe. Most of these items differ from EPCOT’s other festivals.

In addition, EPCOT has rolled out new merch, décor, and interactive displays and entertainment.

One young man visiting the festival from Austin, Texas, said the magic of Disney is what keeps him coming back.

“It’s the everlasting magic of Disney that keeps me around,” Ian James said. “I want to feel like I’m 5 all the time that I’m here — running around like I’m a kid with my little ears on and my lollipop. It’s the best time.”

Storytellers are sprinkled throughout World Showcase, from the Italy Pavilion to France and Japan, introducing guests to holiday traditions celebrated around the world.

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays runs through Dec. 30.