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November 19, 2024

Guests who are fans of Disney music and love a good live show (who doesn’t?!) absolutely must check out the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert series at EPCOT! It’s one of our absolute favorite parts of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, where Disney magic and Broadway brilliance come together for a truly unforgettable experience.

This year, we have a special lineup of amazing live performances featuring Broadway talent singing iconic Disney hits from the musicals we know and love. 

Imagine hearing songs from Tony Award-winning shows like “The Lion King” and “Newsies,” as well as fan favorites such as “Aladdin” and “Frozen.” These performances will be given by stars who have graced the Broadway stage in these productions, including some who originated their roles!

2025 Disney on Broadway Concert Series Schedule

• Patti Murin (“Frozen”) and John Riddle (“Frozen”) – NEW!
  • January 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27, 28
• Caissie Levy (“Frozen”) and Jelani Remy (“The Lion King”) – NEW!
  • January 18, 21, 22, 24, 26, 29, 30
• Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”)
  • January 31
  • February 2, 3, 6, 8, 10, 11
• Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) and Alton Fitzgerald White (“The Lion King”)
  • February 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 12, 13
• Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”) and Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”)
  • February 14, 16, 17, 20, 23
• Rodney Ingram (“Aladdin”) – NEW! and Kara Lindsay (“Newsies”)
  • February 15, 18, 19, 21, 22
• Special Final Performance: Rodney Ingram, Kara Lindsay, Michael James Scott & Kissy Simmons
  • February 24

DISNEY ON BROADWAY Dining Packages

And, if the idea of dinner and a show makes guests want to sing, they should check out the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Dining Packages.

On top of a delicious meal from one of 15 EPCOT restaurants, guests can enjoy an incredible pièce de résistance—guaranteed priority seating at one of the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series shows. Booking begins Dec. 19; for more information, visit Disneyworld.com

Special Savings During the Broadway Performances

As guests are planning their trips to enjoy the thrill of the Broadway stage in Florida, here’s another tip: guests can save up to 20% on Disney Resort hotel stays most Sunday to Thursday nights from Jan. 1 to Feb. 20, 2025.

This is just in time for an exclusive new perk for Disney Resorts Collection Hotel guests: complimentary admission to a Disney water park on check-in day, starting Jan. 1, 2025!

Guests should make sure to mark their calendars, bring their friends and family, and get ready for a truly magical time featuring Disney and Broadway at EPCOT, during the festival famous for celebrating all things artsy – from the performance stage to beautiful visual arts and the tastiest culinary creations. The DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series really is the ultimate mix of nostalgia, talent, and pure Disney magic!

November 14, 2024

We’re making our foodie list and checking it twice! What holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort would be complete without the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth? This cherished celebration brings holiday traditions, festivities, and flavors from around the world to guests from Nov. 29 to Dec. 30, 2024.

With over 15 Holiday Kitchens, there’s plenty of season’s eatings to be had. Guests will want to unwrap the delicious new Coffee Mocha Cookie and check out the new Holiday Kitchen, Favorites of Festivals Past. Back this year are a sleighs-worth of cherished bites, including the Slow-roasted Turkey and Salted Caramel Spaceship Earth Cookie.

This year, EPCOT will also be home to a brand-new gingerbread display that brings Spaceship Earth to life – in gingerbread form! Guests should be sure to stop by CommuniCore Hall to see this new creation and learn more about what’s new at this year’s festival.

For those with a bit of a sweet tooth, the Holiday Cookie Stroll is back and filled with a decadent and delicious lineup of cookies from the Holiday Kitchens. Guests can collect stamps in their Festival Passport by purchasing five of these items to redeem a special treat from Holiday Sweets & Treats. Guests should start making their cookie list with the menu items highlighted below.

In between sampling seasonal bites and sips, guests can enjoy Holiday Storytellers, grab the whole family for some more holiday fun with Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt, or experience the beloved Candlelight Processional – a moving retelling of the story of Christmas featuring a celebrity narrator and stirring songs performed by an orchestra and choir.

All this merrymaking will work up an appetite, so let’s dive into all the wonderful things to eat at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth!

2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Menus

World Celebration

NEW! Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow Menu

Location: CommuniCore Hall

Food Items:

• Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle (New)

Beverages:

• Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-alcoholic beverage)
• Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-alcoholic beverage)
• Gingerbread Milk Shake with whipped cream vodka
• Seasonal Wine
• Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Gingerbread White Stout
• 81Bay Brewing Co. Gingerbread Coffee Porter

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Seasons eatings! The holidays bring us all together and this couldn’t be more true than with Disney Festival of Holidays at Disneyland Resort. This joyous occasion, held from Nov. 15, 2024, through Jan. 6, 2025, celebrates a diverse season of celebrations in Southern California. The limited-time menu items highlight a range of holiday festivities, including Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and Three Kings Day! 

The culinary teams have drawn inspiration from these merriments to create a variety of sips and bites that will transport guests on a festive foodie adventure. The new Sticky Toffee Pudding Macaron and Al Pastor Pork & Pineapple Slider are a must-try, with returning favorites like the Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie back to dazzle taste buds. 

Guests should be sure to check out Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, a festive celebration to get them in the holiday spirit with live music, merry decor, daily crafts, and, our course, specialty dishes. 

If you guests want to add another element to their Disney Festival of Holidays experience, they should consider getting the Sip and Savor Pass. This scannable pass, available in four or eight-digital coupon versions, can be redeemed for select bites and nonalcoholic beverages from the Festive Food Marketplace and participating dining locations in Disney California Adventure Park. Guests can even use it throughout the entirety of the festival and share with their friends and family. 

We’ve waited long enough – let’s unwrap this year’s Foodie Guide to Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park! 

Festive Food Marketplace 

A Twist on Tradition (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6) 

• Barbecue Pulled Pork Cornbread Bake with creamy slaw (New) 
• Turkey Galantine Croissant Muffin Slider with herb mayo and cranberry marmalade (New)
• Berry Pomegranate Paloma: Blanco Tequila, blueberry purée, lime, cranberry and pomegranate juices, and agave syrup topped with Fresca and garnished with a chile-lime rim and orange wheel

Brews & Bites (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Chicken Chicharrón with basmati rice, herb chutney and masala drizzle (New)
• Passion Fruit Rose Lassi: Passion fruit nectar, yogurt, and rose and honey syrups garnished with a rose petal (New)
• Stone Brewing Company Pilsner (New)
• Garage Brewing Co. Churro Ale
• Naughty Sauce Noble Ale Works Golden Stout (New)
• Dust Bowl Brewing Company Winter Wonder IPA (New)
• LA Bodega Jamaica Hard Seltzer (New)
• Green Cheek Beer Co. Hops for the Holidays IPA (New)
• Altamont Beer Works Juice Above the Clouds Double IPA (New)
• Great Notion Brewing Single Stack Stout (New)
• Boulevard Brewing Co. Quirk Cranberry Apple Cinnamon Hard Seltzer  
• Holiday Beer Flight (New)
  • LA Bodega Jamaica Hard Seltzer 
  • Green Cheek Beer Co. Hops for the Holidays IPA 
  • Altamont Beer Works Juice Above the Clouds Double IPA 
  • Great Notion Brewing Single Stack Stout
• Festive Beer Flight (New)
  • Stone Brewing Company Pilsner
  • Garage Brewing Co. Churro Ale
  • Dust Bowl Brewing Company Winter Wonder IPA 
  • Naughty Sauce Noble Ale Works Golden Stout

Favorite Things (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Sticky Toffee Pudding Macaron: Mickey-shaped chocolate macaron filled with vanilla buttercream, date cake, and salted toffee sauce (New)
• Braised Pork Belly Adobo with garlic rice 
• Spiced Coconut Cocktail: Dark rum, spice tea, coconut purée, and evaporated and condensed milks garnished with nutmeg and a wafer stick (New)

Grandma’s Recipes (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Barbacoa Tamal de Res with Oaxaca cheese, tomatillo salsa and crema 
• Cookie Dough Yule Log filled with chocolate chip cookie dough and white chocolate mousse, covered with chocolate buttercream (New) 
• Café de Olla Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. Mexico Origin Coffee, low fat and condensed milks, house-made spiced syrup with star anise, clove, and cinnamon, topped with a chocolate dulce de leche sweet cream, and garnished with a mini-pan dulce (New)

Holiday Duets (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Chorizo Queso Fundido Mac & Cheese with tortilla crunch (New)
• Savory Kugel Mac & Cheese with herb breadcrumbs, sour cream, and chives 
• The Holiday Duet: A half portion of each mac & cheese 
• Cranberry Christmas Mule: Gin, elderflower & ginger liqueurs, cherry purée, cranberry & lime juices, topped with a citrus hard seltzer and garnished with a lime wedge gummy (New)

Winter Sliderland (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Al Pastor Pork & Pineapple Slider on corn brioche (New)
• Beef Brisket Slider with smoked onions and horseradish ketchup on a pretzel roll
• Cookies and Cream Hazelnut Hot Cocoa: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co. hot chocolate with cookies and cream flavors, melted chocolate, hazelnut purée, and Irish cream syrup garnished with strawberry whipped cream (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
• Jelly Donut Punch: Apricot Nectar, house-made raspberry and strawberry jam syrup, cookie butter, and lemon juice garnished with a skewered powdered sugar donut hole (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
• Hazelnut Cookie Hot Cocoa Cocktail: Cookies and cream hazelnut hot cocoa with Irish cream liqueur (New)
• Hot Butter Pecan Bourbon Cocktail: Bourbon, apple cider, butter, and butter pecan syrups garnished with a bitters apple butter pecan foam (New)

Merry Mashups (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Holiday Mash Bowl: Chicken, cheddar mashed potatoes, and turkey gravy with cranberry stuffing crunch (New)
• M&M’S Peanut Butter Fudge Cake: Chocolate fudge cake filled with peanut praline and M&M’S Peanut Butter Minis, glazed with salted peanut butter, and topped with vanilla Chantilly crème (New)
• Glacier Margarita: Blanco tequila, blue curaçao, coconut syrup, lime and white cranberry juice, and rosemary syrup garnished with champagne bubble candies on a skewer 

Additional Locations Throughout Disney California Adventure Park 

Aunt Cass Café (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)

• Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding with a graham cracker crust topped with pumpkin cheesecake filling, whipped cream, graham cracker crumble, and an espresso brown sugar sauce (New)

Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)

• Holiday Pizza: Roasted turkey with roasted butternut squash, cranberries, arugula, fig jam, and cranberry sauce (New) (Available by the slice or a whole pie)

Disney ¡Viva Navidad! at Paradise Garden Grill (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)

• Chilaqulies Carnitas Torta: Red chilaquiles, refried beans, avocado spread, queso fresco, pickled onions, and a fried egg served with chips (New)
• Esquite Loaded Chips: Chile lime chips smothered in corn kernels, cotija cheese, chile-lime seasoning, and crema (New)
• Plant-based Huarache with soy-based chorizo beans and seasoned steak tips with lettuce, cheese, avocado crema, and tomatillo salsa served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with nopales pico de gallo (Plant-based)
• Chile Verde Chicken Flautas topped with avocado spread, shredded lettuce, crema, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa, and pickled onions served with Spanish rice and refried beans
• Al Pastor Tacos: Pineapple-achiote-marinated pork with avocado spread and tomatillo salsa, served with Spanish rice and refried beans, and topped with queso fresco
• Chocolate Cake Flan: Layer of flan on chocolate cake with caramel
• Ponche de Frutas: Traditional Mexican cold fruit punch (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
• Ponche Cocktail: Traditional Mexican Cold Fruit Punch with Tequila (New) 

Cappuccino Cart (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6; mobile order available)

• Cinnamon Caramel Apple Bundt Cake drizzled with salted caramel and filled with cream cheese frosting (New)
• Peanut Butter Mocha Cold Brew: Mocha cold brew, peanut butter whip, and peanut butter drizzle
• Peanut Butter Mocha Cocktail: Mocha cold brew with peanut butter whiskey, peanut butter whip, and peanut butter drizzle

Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail and Willie’s Churros at Buena Vista Street (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Peanut Butter-Marshmallow Churro topped with marshmallow crème, peanut butter sauce, and chocolate chips

Churro near Goofy’s Sky School and Señor Buzz Churros on Pixar Pier (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Popcorn Tin Churro: White cheddar popcorn dust and caramel sauce topped with buttered popcorn (New)

Churro at Hollywood Land (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Dutch Apple Churro: Dusted with cinnamon and holiday spices, drizzled with Dutch apple sauce, and garnished with holiday sprinkles

Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream hosted by Dreyer’s (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6; mobile order available)

• Holiday Confetti Cake with Häagen-Dazs Peppermint Bark Ice Cream, chocolate drizzle, whipped cream, and sprinkles (New)

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6; mobile order available)

• Fried Arroz Con Leche: Rolled in cinnamon sugar served with a dulce de leche whip and a dulce de leche drizzle (New)
• Spicy Jamaica Agua Fresca (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New)
• Spicy Jamaica Cocktail: Tequila with spicy Jamaica and tamarind chamoy (New)

Corn Dog Castle (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Holiday Stuffing Corn Dog dipped in seasoned corn batter, fried to a golden brown, and topped with cranberry-mustard sauce (New)

Sonoma Terrace (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6; mobile order available)

• Pan Con Pollo: Braised chicken, spiced tomato sauce, mayonnaise, and mustard dressing on a French bread roll served with pickled vegetable slaw 
• Unsung Brewing Chocolate Snowball Imperial Blonde Ale (New)

Outdoor Vending Locations (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

• Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie: Soft gingerbread cookie with sprinkles 
• Cotton Candy Pink: Vanilla-flavored cotton candy 

Smokejumpers Grill (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6; mobile order available)

• Hearty Loaded Fries: Crinkle-cut fries smothered with sausage country gravy and topped with fried chicken, shredded cheese, and green onions (New)
• Santa Hat Shake in a marshmallow and coconut-rimmed cup topped with whipped cream and marshmallows (New)

Studio Catering Co. (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)

• Korean Fried Chicken Slider: Korean fried chicken topped with gochujang sauce, kimchi coleslaw, and pickled onions served on sweet Hawaiian bread (New) (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 7)
• Kinderpunsch with apple cider, hibiscus, and a cherry (Non-alcoholic beverage) (Available Nov. 15 through Jan. 6)

Novelties Available Throughout the Park (Available starting Nov. 15) 

Gold Glitter Mickey-shaped Jingle Bell Glow Cube to add on to your beverage (New) (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: 

• A Twist on Tradition 
• Brews & Bites 
• Favorite Things 
• Grandma’s Recipes
• Holiday Duets
• Merry Mashups
• Winter Sliderland 

Silver Glitter Mickey-shaped Jingle Bell Glow Cube to add on to your beverage (New) (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations

• A Twist on Tradition 
• Brews & Bites 
• Favorite Things 
• Grandma’s Recipes
• Holiday Duets 
• Merry Mashups 
• Winter Sliderland

When it comes to food, there’s always something for the kids – and the kids at heart – at Disney Parks, especially during the holidays! Take a peek at a few delicious options from this Foodie Guide the whole family is sure to love.

A Twist on Tradition 

• Turkey Galantine Croissant Muffin Slider with herb mayo and cranberry marmalade (New)

Grandma’s Recipes 

• Cookie Dough Yule Log filled with chocolate chip cookie dough and white chocolate mousse, covered with chocolate buttercream (New)

Holiday Duets 

• Savory Kugel Mac & Cheese with herb breadcrumbs, sour cream, and chives 

Merry Mashups 

• Holiday Mash Bowl: Chicken, cheddar mashed potatoes, and turkey gravy with cranberry stuffing crunch (New)

Smokejumpers Grill 

• Santa Hat Shake in a marshmallow and coconut-rimmed cup topped with whipped cream and marshmallows (New)

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort will be unavailable Jan. 12-25 for planned maintenance.

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

The Barbados leisure pool will be closed July 29 through the end of September. During this time, we invite guests to enjoy the Fuentes del Morro feature pool and our other four leisure pools around the resort. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort

From January 2025 through April 2025, Fantasia Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim in the Duck Pond Pool at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort.

From mid-August through the end of November, Rialto in the World Premiere Food Court will be closed for refurbishment.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

From May 2024 through Spring 2025, some Guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be under refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available.

Disney’s Pop Century Resort

From September 29 to November 30, 2024, the Everything POP Food Court will be undergoing refurbishment. Please be prepared to use alternate entrances to the food court—and be aware that dining room seating may be limited.

Beginning September 30, 2024, Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort will undergo refurbishment. During construction, the store will remain partially open to Guests looking to find toys, gifts and more.

From late March 2025 to mid-February 2026, guest rooms at Disney’s Pop Century Resort will undergo refurbishment. While all resort amenities will remain available, you may notice construction during daytime hours.

Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Villas, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

From January 2025 through June 2025, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral and Dunes Cove leisure pools.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

From January 2025 through May 2025, some guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will be under refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

From Sept. 2024-Sept. 2025, room refurbishment work will take place in Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. During the refurbishment, Guests will see and hear construction work throughout Bay Lake Tower. Additionally, the Skybridge may experience intermittent closures. Please allow extra time for travel as alternate paths may be utilized.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is currently undergoing refurbishment. Guests will be able to see and hear construction around the resort – including the lobby – during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. Please allow for extra travel time.

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

Now through 2026, you may see and hear construction and refurbishment work during daytime hours. The ongoing enhancements may impact views from several places within the Resort hotel property. To minimize disruptions during your stay, activities that may create noise will begin no earlier than 9:00 AM.

Refurbishment work is subject to change due to operational needs or weather conditions.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

From May 2024 through Spring 2025, some Guest rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will be under refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

From early April 2025 through the end of January 2026, guest rooms in the Magnolia Bend at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside will undergo refurbishment. During this time, guests may see or hear construction work in the area.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

From mid-May 2025 to September 2025, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will undergo refurbishment. While all Resort amenities will remain available, you may notice refurbishment work during daytime hours.

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Beginning July 13, 2024, horseback riding will be temporarily unavailable Monday through Friday at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, due to construction. However, rides may be available on Saturdays and Sundays during this time. Check the My Disney Experience mobile app on Friday of each week to see if horseback riding is happening on the following Saturday and Sunday—and if available, reserve a ride.

Coming to a Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park near you, it’s Disney Jollywood Nights. It’s the kind of event you’ve always dreamed of without knowing you ever wanted it. The magic makers at Walt Disney World are putting the finishing touches on this magical event made just for you.

Disney Jollywood Nights makes its grand return on November 9 and runs to December 21, 2024, so make sure to mark your calendar. It’s an evening you’ll always remember that will provide memories you’ll never forget.

October 24, 2024

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – and that’s because it’s almost here! In just a few short weeks, from Nov. 8 through Dec. 20, 2024, Magic Kingdom Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland for this beloved holiday event. Filled with festive bites and holiday festivities, this year’s party will leave guests feeling holly and jolly!

As the sun goes down, guests can get ready to be in the spirit of the season with the return of the nighttime extravaganza, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show, the fan-favorite Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, and, of course, plenty of character greetings all throughout the park. We can’t forget the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party staple – all the cookies and cocoa guests can fit in their stocking.

This year, taste buds are about to be in a winter wonderland (of flavor). With over 30 new items, like the Gingerbread Milk Shake, Festive Beignets, and Lasagna Flatbread, and returning favorites, including Candy Cane Tart and Christmas Cookie Cake Roll, the culinary teams have definitely earned their spots on the nice list with this yuletide selection of treats.

Guests should get ready to make their treats list and check it twice, because the Foodie Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is here. And we can’t wait to unwrap it all.

Main Street Bakery

• Letter To Santa: Flourless chocolate cake, hot cocoa mousse, and marshmallow topped with chocolate pieces (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
• Mickey-shaped Cinnamon Roll with holiday-themed icing (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours)

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Hosted by Edy’s

• Gingerbread Milk Shake: Vanilla ice cream, gingerbread syrup, and ginger snap crumbles topped with whipped cream and a chocolate piece (New) (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
• Peppermint Brownie Sundae: House-baked brownie topped with peppermint ice cream, hot fudge, and chocolate granola with candy cane pieces (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours)
• Peppermint Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich: Peppermint ice cream sandwiched between two oatmeal-peppermint chip cookies and rolled in candy cane pieces (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)

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October 18, 2024

There’s no place like Walt Disney World Resort for the holidays! Here’s a look into some of the ways guests can celebrate the holiday season at Walt Disney World – and the best part is they’re all included with a park ticket. So, guests should take note and start making their wish list, because these festive experiences are ones they’ll want to check off twice!

EPCOT

For guests who consider themselves world travelers at heart and crave experiencing holidays from around the globe, EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth is a must. From Nov. 29 to Dec. 30, 2024, guests can enjoy vibrant decorations and offerings that transform EPCOT into a festive wonderland.

Throughout the World Showcase, guests can listen to lively storytellers as they share holiday legends from around the world! Tales of traditions fill guests’ hearts with holiday cheer while learning about cultural celebrations. Guests can experience the warmth of Las Posadas in Mexico, the joyous spirit of Hanukkah nestled between Morocco and France and the meaningful customs of Daruma in Japan, just to name a few. Plus, guests can enjoy festive cuisine from countries near and far through the Holiday Kitchens ringing culinary traditions to life!

Guests will gather around World Showcase Plaza to witness a beautiful tribute to Christmas and Kwanzaa with Gospel, R&B and holiday songs at “JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season.” This high-energy show is one of our favorites every year.

Guests can’t miss the ultimate Walt Disney World holiday fan favorite, Candlelight Processional! Guesrs can experience the moving story of Christmas at the America Gardens Theater, where a celebrity narrator is accompanied by a glorious, massed choir, 50-piece orchestra, herald trumpets and even the Voices of Liberty. It’s sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit. This year’s narrators, which include Nico Santos and Titus Burgess, are sure to bring extra inspiration!

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October 16, 2024

The holidays are all about cherished family traditions—and at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth, there are traditions new and old from all corners of the globe! Now’s the time for guests to start planning merry moments for the season – check out the top three must-see holiday entertainment highlights of the festival, all included with an EPCOT ticket.

Around the World Stories

Guests can stroll around World Showcase where seasonal legends and stories come alive with Holiday Storytellers. They can meet the mischievous Barn Santa in the Norway pavilion for a great laugh or listen to the tale of La Befana in Italy, the kind-hearted witch who visits on the Eve of the Epiphany; take in the wonders of Lunar New Year with a Chinese Lion Dance viewing or discover the traditions of Hanukkah located between Morocco and France. Every culture has its special way of celebrating the holidays, and there’s no better place than EPCOT to experience the magic of it all!

Jam at JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season in an All-New Location

Guests can experience the joy of Christmas in the uplifting Gospel, R&B, and holiday songs of JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season. Guests will join the choir as they harmonize for the holidays in their new location at CommuniCore Plaza. This unique celebration happens only four times a day, so guests can’t miss their chance to catch a glimpse of the holiday cheer they bring.

Hear Tidings of Comfort and Joy with the Candlelight Processional

For many guests, the Candlelight Processional is a must-do tradition each year. The beloved show tells the story of Christmas through a stunning performance, featuring a celebrity narrator, a mass choir of Disney cast members and young singers from the community, a 50-piece orchestra, herald trumpets, and the incredible Voices of Liberty.  Showtimes this year have adjusted to 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.

Celebrity Narrators Bring Merry & Bright Star Power

So, who will be the celebrity narrators bringing the story of Christmas to life in an unforgettable way during the Candlelight Processional? This year’s list of celebrity narrators is packed with all the stars to light up the America Gardens Theatre:

• 11/29 – 11/30 Josh Gad
• 12/1 – 12/2 Nico Santos (NEW)
• 12/3-12/5 Chrissy Metz
• 12/6 – 12/7 Whoopi Goldberg
• 12/8 – 12/10 Tituss Burgess (NEW)
• 12/11 – 12/12 Brendan Fraser
• 12/13 – 12/14 Ralph Macchio (NEW)
• 12/15 – 12/16 Gary Sinise
• 12/17 – 12/18 Neil Patrick Harris
• 12/19 – 12/21 Pat Sajak
• 12/22 – 12/23 Gloria Estefan
• 12/24 – 12/26 Edward James Olmos
• 12/27 – 12/28 Sterling K Brown
• 12/29 – 12/30 Jodi Benson

Candlelight Processional Dining Packages 

The Candlelight Processional is a family favorite event for a reason. Why not elevate it with a delicious dining package that includes reserved seating, ensuring that guests and their families won’t miss a moment of the holiday magic? Guests can choose from fifteen distinctive eateries, ranging from character dining at Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant in The Land pavilion to dining at Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada pavilion. The package includes options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with guaranteed seating for one of three Candlelight Processional shows. Guests can book their dining package starting Oct. 29; for more information visit DisneyWorld.com.

Guests can believe in the magic of the holidays with their families at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. The season of cheer is here!

October 16, 2024

We’re just about a month away from the most wonderful time of the year at the Most Magical, Merriest Place On Earth, and guests should get ready for some holly jolly news to add to their “Reasons To Visit Walt Disney World For The Holidays Starting November 12” list.

Meet Santa Claus at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Over the last few years, guests may have seen Kris Kringle waving to park-goers as he sailed around the waterways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom during the holiday cavalcades. This year, guests can meet Santa Claus at the 75th Annual Dino Institute Holiday Party on the patio at Restaurantosaurus. As the guest of honor himself, Santa’s checked his list twice and invited everyone to join him in this festive new location as the students and faculty of the Dino Institute celebrate the season in (pre)-historic fashion from November 12-December 24. Guests should bring the whole family, because a Santa sighting is perfect for the little ones!

Other Wild Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

After stopping by Restaurantosaurus to say “ho ho ho” to Santa, guests should be sure to hoof it back to Discovery Island for the return of the happiest little animal herd around – the Merry Menagerie. These enchanting puppets feature winter animals of all sorts … and we need to boop each creature gently on the nose to start our holidays off right.

Guests can also meet the holiday hosts with the most, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, dressed in their festive finest together at Adventurers Outpost.

And, after a full day of shopping for their gift list (Merry Menagerie merch, anyone?) and sampling delicious goodies (stay tuned for a holiday Foodie Guide coming soon!), guests can stop by after dark for sensational, seasonal Tree of Life Awakenings that bring the spirits of winter animals to life.

Fresh Festive Entertainment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

We all know Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a festive place to be with the cutest retro holiday decorations – and this year, there are three new entertainment acts to fill the whole family with joy, all starting November 12!

Marvel at the skills of Juggling Elves – these holiday helpers deliver festive cheer with a side of shenanigans as they show off their skills of juggling, comedy and more!

Catch the jaunty jolly tunes of the Holiday Spirit Band. This dynamic brass group will make everyone want to join in the fun and stroll into Santa’s good graces.

And guests should pick up their feet and march along with Seasons Jukebox as they bring all the performance and pep of a collegiate marching band. Hard-hitting horns, rocking drummers, and dazzling dancers will bring to life everyone’s favorite holiday classics and more.

Of course, other beloved Disney’s Hollywood Studios holiday fun also begins on November 12 – like the holiday overlay to For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration; another fabulous place to find Santa greeting guests at It’s A Wonderful Shop; and Sunset Seasons Greetings – with festive projections on The Hollywood Tower Hotel and magical snowfall – all along Sunset Boulevard once the sun sets on Tinsel Town.

And guests get all of that with their park ticket to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! If guests are looking for even more razzle dazzle in their holiday celebrations, they can’t forget about all the extra entertainment and festive fun at the separately ticketed event, Disney Jollywood Nights.

Make Your List, Check It Twice

As we count down to the start of holidays at Walt Disney World, we hope guests are making plans to visit with the whole family for some holly jolly memory making. Stay tuned for even more reasons to visit during the holidays all week!

October 16, 2024

In the coming weeks, Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will begin piloting a new service providing expedited entry to theme park attractions: Lightning Lane Premier Pass.

Lightning Lane Premier Pass will be offered in very limited quantities and will give guests one-time entry to each available Lightning Lane entrance in the theme park they are visiting that day. This includes attractions included in both Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass, but with Lightning Lane Premier Pass, guests do not need to select an experience time. Lightning Lane Premier Pass will be a premium offering, and prices will vary based on the date and theme park guests are visiting.

At Disneyland Resort, the Lightning Lane Premier Pass will be available first come, first served beginning two days in advance of a theme park reservation and will be valid for use in both theme parks. The first date it will be available is October 23, 2024.

At Walt Disney World, when Lightning Lane Premier Pass launches, it will be available to guests staying at Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resorts and may be purchased up to seven days in advance of their stay. It will only be valid for use in one park of the guest’s choice per day. The first date it will be available is October 30, 2024.