Holiday Highlights around Walt Disney World
- Disney World Theme Parks Events
- Magic Kingdom: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
- Epcot: Candlelight Processional
- Hollywood Studios: The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
- Animal Kingdom: Mickey's Jingle Jungle Parade
- Downtown Disney
- Religious Services
- Walt Disney World Resorts
- Fort Wilderness Sleigh Rides
- Swan/Dolphin Holiday Events
- New Year's Eve
- ICE! at Gaylord Palms

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - 11/8/13 - 12/20/13
What happens when you combine one 30,000 pound, 65 foot
tree, one 40 foot star, 5500 twinkling lights, 430 feet
of garland, 325 ornaments, 275 feet of strung popcorn,
400 flickering candles, 135 candy canes, 100 gingerbread cookies
and the Disney Characters? Why you have the perfect
recipe for Christmas at the Magic Kingdom!
The spectacular tree seems to touch the sky. With delightful
oversized toys displayed at it's base, it's an amazing
sight. What's that? Is there a hint of gingerbread and
cinnamon in the air? No detail is too small when Disney
magic is being made. More Info...
Cinderella's Holiday Wish Stage Show -
The "Cinderella's Holiday Wish Stage Show" will take place daily at 6:15 pm in front of the castle. Immediately following this performance, the 'Castle Dream Lights' will be lit featuring over 200,000 twinkling lights draped on the towers and turrets.
Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade will feature costumes and floats themed to Family and Friends: A Winter Wonderland, Christmas Sweets, A North Pole Christmastime with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and Fairytale Christmastime.
This parade runs twice nightly at 8:15 pm and 10:30 pm. It is often easier to get a seat for the second parade.
MEET SANTA CLAUS
Santa Claus will be meeting and greeting Magic Kingdom guests from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at the Tour Guide Gardens next to City Hall.
You can also visit Santa during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party until he's needed for his very important role in the parade.
11/22 - 12/24/12
(Santa can also be found at Downtown Disney, Epcot, and most resort lobbies on Christmas Eve)
November 23 - December 30, 2012
One of the really special things about celebrating the holiday season in Epcot is learning about the holiday traditions of all the different countries. Each country has its own special theme that highlights
its culture. Storytellers will delight you with tales
of their heritage and how the holidays are celebrated
in their homeland. It's a unique opportunity to learn
more about the world in which we live. Check the times guide for storytellers' schedules.
Storytellers include:
American Adventure:
- Santa Claus - 1:30-3:00, 3:30-5:00, 5:30-7:00, 7:30-9:00pm
- Hanukkah - 12:00, 12:45, 1:30, 2:15, 2:55, 3:45, 4:30, 5:45pm
- Kwanzaa - 12:!5, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:25, 4:00, 4:45, 6:00pm
Canada: (VIDEO) The tale of Lumberjack Nowell journeying to find Santa - 11:30am, 12:05, 12:40, 1:15, 2:10, 3:10, 4:10, 5:15pm
China: The Monkey King will tell of celebrating Chinese New Year - 11:45am, 12:20, 12:55, 1:30, 2:30, 3:20, 4:20, 5:20pm
France: Pere Noel - 11:25, 12:00, 12:35, 1:15, 2:10, 2:55, 3:35, 4:25pm
Germany: Helga reveals the story of the first Christmas tree and her first nutcracker - 1:!5, 2:15, 3:15, 4:05, 5:30, 6:05, 6:40, 7:15pm
Italy: (VIDEO) La Befana, Italy's good Christmas witch, celebrated her first Christmas 2,000 years ago - 11:55am, 12:50, 1:25, 2:00, 2:55, 3:50, 4:45, 6:05pm.
Japan: Daruma doll and the Japanese New Year - 12:45, 1:30, 2:15, 3:30, 4:05, 4:50, 5:35, 6:25pm
Mexico: (VIDEO) The journey of the Los Tres Reyes Magos (The Three Kings) to the Posada - 1:30, 2:15, 3:15, 4:00, 4:45, 5:30, 6:30, 7:15pm
Morocco: Drummer Taarji tells the customs of Ramadan and Ashura - 1:30, 2:15, 3:00, 4:30, 5:30, 6:15, 7:30pm
Norway: Sigrid will tell the story of Julenissen, the trouble-making Christmas Gnome - 2:45, 3:30, 4:15, 5:15, 6:15, 7:00, 7:45, 8:30pm
United Kingdom: (VIDEO) Father Christmas - 2:45; 3:20, 4:30, 5:25, 6:05, 6:45, 7:30, 8:30pm
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth is enhanced for the Holidays with an additional special Peace on Earth holiday ending.
JOYFUL! A Gospel Celebration of the Season featuring D'Vine Voices daily at the Fountain Stage- 1:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:15pm
There's nothing that's more inspirational than the nightly Candlelight Processional. This beautiful show evokes the true meaning of the holidays and is not to be missed. The best way to get in to see this popular show is to take advantage of one of the dinner packages and get reserved seating.
You can "DAK" The Halls at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. There's a special animal themed tree that's displayed outside the entrance. Once inside, you'll want to visit Camp Minnie-Mickey. Here you'll find trees trimmed with a delightful Disney character theme. Of course, a visit to the "Adirondacks" means that there will be a hint of frost in the air. Look for snow topped light poles that are bedecked with garland.A visit to Santa takes on a new twist when you head to Santa Goofy’s Wild Wonderland. Complete with red suit and white beard, Goofy is ready for a unique holiday picture.
Live entertainers complete the festive mood found at the Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
Mickey's Jingle Jungle Parade - A lively music-filled holiday parade will be performed. Join Mickey and his Savannah friends as they as they celebrate the season safari style!
2012 PARADE SCHEDULE: 11/9/12 - 1/02/13

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
11/09/12 - 01/6/13
You'll find the incredible Osborne light display on the "Streets of America." Each evening, millions of twinkling bulbs are used to create a dazzling spectacle. The synchronized lights
dance in time to a high-energy holiday symphony.
Virtually every surface is illuminated. With angels flying overhead and "snow" falling, it's an experience that fills visitors with holiday cheer. With new LED lights, the show is brighter and better than ever!
Elsewhere, you can expect to find the streets of Hollywood Studios lined with garland,
lights and wreaths.
There's a charming old-fashioned feel to the decor that will bring back memories of holiday gatherings gone by.
Catholic Mass: 8:00 am and 10:15 am
Protestant Service: 9:00 am
When: December 25, 2012
Where: Disney's Contemporary Resort's Fantasia Ballroom
Walt Disney World Guests are asked to use WDW transportation to the Contemporary. The Parking lot will be restricted during this time as well as the lots at the Polynesian and Grand Floridian Resorts.
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| Today's Theme Park Hours Tuesday 6/18/2013 |
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| Magic Kingdom: Epcot Future World: Epcot World Showcase: Hollywood Studios: Animal Kingdom: Typhoon Lagoon: Blizzard Beach: |
9:00 - 11:00 9:00 - 9:00 11:00 - 9:00 9:00 - 10:00 9:00 - 8:00 9:00 - 8:00 9:00 - 8:00 |
Extra Magic Hour Evening: Epcot FW



