The holidays are about to get even more magical as Disney has revealed the star lineup for The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, airing Monday, December 1, 2025, on ABC. The festive television event will be available to stream the following day on Hulu, Disney+, and the official Disney YouTube channel.
This year’s special will bring together an all-star collection of music’s biggest names to celebrate the joy, nostalgia, and spirit of the season from the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. Fans can expect performances filled with holiday sparkle, stunning visuals, and a touch of Disney magic that makes this annual broadcast a favorite family tradition.
Among the performers bringing cheer to millions this year are Gwen Stefani, Aloe Blacc, Bebe Rexha, Good Charlotte, Coco Jones, Ginnifer Goodwin, Nicole Scherzinger, Mariah The Scientist, Iam Tongi, Trisha Yearwood, and Derek Hough. Each star will lend their unique style to classic holiday hits and festive Disney favorites, set against the dazzling backdrops from iconic Disney locations:
- Aloe Blacc brings soulful vibes to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with This Christmas.
- At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Good Charlotte rocks out in front of the Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with Fairytale of New York.
- At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Coco Jones delivers a heartfelt Silent Night beneath the glowing Tree of Life, while Mariah the Scientist adds a twist to Santa Baby in the bioluminescent wonder of Pandora – The World of Avatar.
- Over at Disneyland Resort, Tony Award Winner Nicole Scherzinger graces “it’s a small world” with a stunning rendition of O Holy Night.
- At EPCOT, the holiday fun continues at World Celebration Gardens, where three-time Grammy winner Trisha Yearwood will sing My Favorite Things.
- Bebe Rexha takes the festivities to another level on the Cinderella Castle stage at Magic Kingdom Park with a performance of Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.
- Finally, the holiday spirit travels all the way to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, where American Idol winner Iam Tongi shares the warmth of the islands with Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride from Lilo and Stitch.
In addition to musical performances, viewers can expect behind-the-scenes looks at Disney Parks’ seasonal celebrations, sneak peeks at upcoming attractions, and appearances by beloved Disney characters spreading holiday cheer.
For years, The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular has been a staple of the season, uniting families across generations with music, storytelling, and timeless Disney magic.
Whether you’re tuning in for the music, the holiday spirit, or a little extra pixie dust, this year’s Holiday Spectacular promises to be one of Disney’s brightest and most entertaining yet.
Be sure to watch the celebration unfold on December 1 at 8/7c on ABC, and stream it the next day on Hulu, Disney+, or the Disney YouTube channel.
Do you watch Disney’s Holiday Spectaculars every year with your family and do you enjoy seeing all of the performances?
