The holidays are coming!
Walt Disney World has released full details for the upcoming holiday season.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
The Magic Kingdom will be filled with holiday cheer as Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns on 24 select nights beginning November 8 through December 22. Tickets for the extremely popular event are on sale now.
All of your favorite entertainment is back this year, including Mickey Mouse and pals appearing on the Cinderella Castle stage for the Christmas extravaganza “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration.” And don’t miss the nightly dazzling fireworks display, complete with castle projections and seasonal songs in “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.” Santa Claus will join Mickey Mouse and friends in the classic “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” Guests of the event can indulge in complimentary cookies and hot chocolate.
Another popular feature is the holiday overlay with Jungle Cruise transforming to Jingle Cruise. Other special holiday makeovers include Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, and Mad Tea Party. New PhotoPass opportunities and a special 50th-anniversary commemorative keepsake will also be available to partygoers.
Tickets for the party are very limited. Prices range from $149-$199 per person. Event dates are: November 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 27 29, and December 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22. November 8, 10, and 11 as well as December 15 are already sold out so act quickly if you plan to attend.
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
Sights, sounds, and flavors of the holidays will be abundant as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth returns from November 25 through December 30.
A Disney Park tradition, “Candlelight Processional” takes place nightly at American Gardens Theatre and features celebrity narrators retelling the Christmas Story. Glorious massed choirs and the Voices of Liberty, a cappella ensemble will accompany the narrators.
More festival offerings heading to EPCOT this year include:
- “JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season.”
- Storytellers, musical acts, and other performers.
- Treasured recipes and festive drinks from around the globe cooked up from Holiday Kitchens.
- The Holiday Cookie stroll, offering guests to embark on a sweet scavenger hunt.
Holiday Decor
Festival holiday decor will conjure up child-like wonder at The Most Magical Place on Earth. Theme parks, resorts, and Disney Springs will be transformed into all that is merry and bright.
Other Holiday Magic Throughout the Parks and Resorts
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Guests will be delighted to see the return of the Merry Menagerie, life-sized artisan-sculpted puppets of winter animals. After dark, you will be able to watch the Tree of Life awaken, complete with a series of wintry takes from within and holiday-inspired music.
EPCOT
From November 25 through December 30 holiday magic will greet guests throughout the park. Santa will be on hand inside the Odyssey Pavilion. Heartwarming performances and entertainment will be on display around World Showcase.
Hollywood Studios
Holiday magic will be on display throughout the park as the iconic Hollywood Tower Hotel will transform into a myriad of scenes including a “Toy Story” toy hotel. Jolly St. Nicholas will cruise down Hollywood Blvd. in a candy-apple red convertible in The Santa Claus Merry Motorcade. “For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” will star Olaf in this festive finale, delighting guests with celebratory songs of the holiday season.
Magic Kingdom Park
On nights when Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is not held, Cinderella Castle will come to life with special projection effects and festive colors.
Disney Springs
Specialty food and beverage options, decorations, and entertainment will be on hand to ring in the holiday season. A collection of elaborately decorated Disney trees will be on display as part of the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth. This popular event encourages guests to participate in a scavenger hunt to find all the trees.
New Merchandise
What holiday season would be complete without new attire and festive keepsakes for your home? The cheerful Mickey’s Vintage Christmas collection features hues of red and green, snowfall, and peppermint to celebrate the season. Guests can also sport the cozy, plaid Homestead collection that will include a specially-themed line to celebrate Hanukkah.
Are you excited about all the Holiday offerings at Walt Disney World?