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  • New Holiday Loungefly Backpacks at Disney World

    New Holiday Loungefly Backpacks at Disney World

    It may be too hot in Florida to rock that Spirit Jersey, but I think backpacks are the perfect park accessory. So, if you’re looking for a cute way to add some Holiday Cheer to any outfit then you’ll be glad to know that Holiday Loungefly backpacks are here!

    We recently spotted three new styles at Mickey’s of Hollywood in Hollywood Studios.

    Santa Mickey $90

    This fluffy soft Santa Mickey is looking pretty happy, which makes me think you must have made it on his Nice List! He’s covered in soft red velour with festive white trim.

    Olaf Mini Backpack $90

    Olaf’s arms are open wide for a big warm hug! I think this sparkly, white sequin covered Olaf backpack would make the perfect date to see Frozen 2, which premiers on November 22nd.

    Disney Parks Food Icons Mini Backpack $75

    If finding the perfect Holiday snack is your favorite park activity, then this backpack is a treat! Covered with Mickey and Minnie inspired food like red Mickey waffles, Gingerbread cookies, and festive candy apples, it’s the perfect place to stash all your snacks.

    Let us know in the comments which backpack is on your wish list this year!

  • New Mickey Jingle Bell Sipper Available at Disney World This Christmas

    New Mickey Jingle Bell Sipper Available at Disney World This Christmas

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is now underway and this year they have a very merry jingle bell sipper that is sure to bring some joy to your holidays.

    Not only do the Mickey ears actually jingle, but there is also an LED light inside that cycles through a rainbow of color.

    It will quench your thirst and bring you some holiday cheer! And of course its super instgramable as you can see in the pic below:

    The sipper can be found at Sleepy Hollow and Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café in Magic Kingdom and costs $15.97.

  • Disney’s 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendars Now Available at Target

    Disney’s 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendars Now Available at Target

    It’s time to start counting down the days to Christmas and now you can bring classic flair to the holidays with the women’s Disney’s 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendars from Disney.

    There are three calanders available to choose from this year. One for Disney Princesses, one for Mickey Mouse and friends and one for Star Wars. These themed socks Advent calendars includes 10 pairs of low-cut socks and five pairs of crew socks, giving you plenty of variety to take you through the holiday season. Take a look below for details on all three:

    Women’s Mickey Mouse & Friends 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendar – $15

    These socks come in hues of red, blue, black and more, and they feature a variety of Mickey-themed prints — including Mickey, Minnie and “Oh Boy” text — to finish off the whimsical aesthetic. As a bonus, the keepsake box comes with a printed “Live Like A True Original” list, completing the fun vibe.

    Women’s Disney Princess 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendar – $15

    These socks come in hues of purple, blue, gray and more, and they feature a variety of Disney Princess-themed prints and patterns — including Pocahontas, Belle, Jasmine and more — to finish off the whimsical aesthetic. As a bonus, the keepsake box comes decorated with a printed “Royal To-Do List,” completing the fun, charming vibe.

    Women’s Star Wars 15 Days of Socks Advent Calendar – $15

    This set is just like the classic 12 days of socks with three bonus pairs for added fun. It features 10 pairs of low-cut socks and five crew-cut pairs with a variety of different designs ranging from stormtroopers, Darth Vader, Yoda, R2-D2, well-known quotes and thematic patterns. They come packaged in a box that makes it easy to reveal each pair on the corresponding day that features a character or quote for a thematic touch.

  • Three Magical Disney Holiday Specials are Coming To ABC and Disney Channel

    Three Magical Disney Holiday Specials are Coming To ABC and Disney Channel

    Mark your calendars, Disney fans! This holiday season Disney Parks around the world bring the magic of the most wonderful time of the year to your living room with three magical Disney Holiday specials on ABC and Disney Channel.

    This holiday season, ABC and Disney Channel will transport the magic of Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line during the holidays to viewers with three magical specials featuring star-studded performances, merry entertainment and more. During the specials, viewers will get exclusive looks at upcoming Disney Parks attractions, including Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, opening soon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at both Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California.

    ABC officially kicks off the holidays with “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,” THURSDAY, NOV. 28 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC; followed by “Disney Channel Holiday Party @ Walt Disney World,” premiering FRIDAY, DEC. 13 (8:00-8:30 p.m. EST), on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNOW app. As part of the annual tradition, the “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airs Christmas morning, WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25 (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST, 9:00-11:00 a.m. CST/MST/PST; airtimes vary, check listings, on ABC and on the ABC app).

    “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration”kicks off the holiday season Thursday, Nov. 28, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. EST, on ABC and on the ABC app. Join hosts artist Matthew Morrison, singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton, and TV host Jesse Palmer as they present the two-hour prime-time special on Thanksgiving night from Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in California. This magical celebration will feature celebrity musical performances among a flurry of Disney holiday entertainment. During the prime-time special, viewers will be treated to several Disney Parks sneak peeks, including a behind-the-scenes look into Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, opening in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on Dec. 5, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida and Jan. 17, 2020, at Disneyland Park in California.

    Musical performances include the following:

    • GRAMMY Award-winning icons Sting and Shaggy perform duets and solo numbers from Walt Disney World Resort, including a new festive reggae version of “Silent Night (Christmas is Coming).”
    • GRAMMY Award-winning rock band The Man performs “Happy Christmas” and “Merry Christmas Everybody” from Disneyland Resort.
    • Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning group Pentatonix will sing a cappella renditions of “Deck the Halls” and “Here Comes Santa Claus” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Singers Ingrid Michaelson and Andy Grammer perform an all-new original holiday song from Disneyland Resort.
    • International pop star Ally Brooke sings “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton (Baby Spice) performs “Santa Baby” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • The Tony, Emmyand two-time Golden Globe-nominated artist Matthew Morrison performs a medley from Walt Disney World Resort of “When You Wish Upon A Star” from the upcoming album “Disney Dreamin’with Matthew Morrison” and the classic “Let it Snow.”
    • Acclaimed two-time Billboard Award-winning electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling pulls all the strings for “Carol of the Bells” from Walt Disney World Resort.

    “Disney Channel Holiday Party @ Walt Disney World“ airs Friday, Dec. 13, from 8:00-8:30 p.m.  EST/PST, on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNOW app. Disney Channel’s “ZOMBIES 2” stars MegDonnellyand Milo Manheimwill co-host this holiday party with artist Matthew Morrison, treating fans to a magical holiday celebration featuring performances from Shaggy,  Pentatonix and Disney Channel stars Issac Ryan Brown (“Raven’s Home“), Ruby Rose Turner (“Coop & Cami Ask the World”) and Kylie Cantrall (“Gabby Duran & The Unsittables”) broadcast from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and aboard the majestic Disney Fantasy – part of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. During the special, viewers will enjoy exclusive Disney Parks sneak peeks, including a first look at Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida in spring 2020 and Disneyland Park in California in the future. Viewers will also get an exclusive look at the Disney Channel Original Movie sequel “ZOMBIES 2,” premiering on Disney Channel in 2020. Additionally, “BUNK’D” stars Scarlett Estevezand Israel Johnson will host a special family segment highlighting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program.

    Musical performances include the following:

    • Disney Channel’s “ZOMBIES 2” star Meg Donnelly sings “Home for the Holidays” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Disney Channel stars Issac Ryan Brown (”Raven’s Home”) and Ruby Rose Turner (”Coop & Cami Ask the World”) perform “12 Days of Christmas” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Disney Channel’s “Gabby Duran & The Unsittables” star Kylie Cantrall performs “Santa Claus is Coming to Town“ aboard the Disney Fantasy.
    • Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Pentatonix performs an a cappella renditionof “Here Comes Santa Claus” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning reggae star Shaggy sings “Jamaican Drummer Boy” from Walt Disney World Resort.

    “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airsWednesday, Dec. 25, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST, 9:00-11:00 a.m. CST/MST/PST; airtimes vary, check listings, on ABC and on the ABC app. Disney’s annual Christmas celebration airs Christmas morning on ABC hosted by artist Matthew Morrison,singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton,and TV host Jesse Palmer. Joining as co-hosts are ABC’s “black-ish” star Marsai Martin with Hollywood Records Artist and Disney’s “The Lion King” star JD McCrary, who voiced young Simba in the live-action film. Presented from Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in California, the show features the Christmas Day Parade down Main Street U.S.A., heartwarming stories and amazing celebrity performances. Among the exclusive Disney Parks sneak peeks planned for this special are Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida in spring 2020 and Disneyland Park in California in the future, plus Avengers Campus coming to Disney California Adventure Park in California in 2020. Viewers will also get a special look at “the most magical flight on earth”: the newly opened Disney Skyliner gondola system, connecting Walt Disney World Resort guests to two Disney theme parks and four resorts, including the new Disney’s Riviera Resort, opening Dec. 16.

    Musical performances include the following:

    • Seventeen-time GRAMMY Award-winning Sting performs “Soul Cake” off his platinum-selling album “If On A Winter’s Night…”from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning reggae star Shaggy sings his new Caribbean-flavored original song “Christmas with Friends” from Walt Disney World Resort
    • Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning a cappella group Pentatonix performs “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • Singers Ingrid Michaelson and Grace Vander Waal sing “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” from Disneyland Resort.
    • GRAMMY Award-winning rock band The Man performs “White Christmas” and “Feel it Still” from Disneyland Resort.
    • International pop star Ally Brooke performs “Christmas Through Your Eyes” from Walt Disney World Resort.
    • The cast of the new Disney+ original “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” performs a high-energy medley from Disneyland Resort.

    The holiday specials are a collaboration by Disney Parks, ABC, Disney Channel and Endeavor Content.

  • Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Officially Starts the Holiday Season at Disney World

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Officially Starts the Holiday Season at Disney World

    The holiday season is here and it all kicks off tonight at Magic Kingdom Park, with the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

    The event transforms Magic Kingdom Park into a winter wonderland for the most magical 23 days of the year!

    Debuting this year is the nighttime spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.” And you can watch the brand-new show tonight, by tuning into Disney’s live stream at 9:55 p.m. on the Disney Parks Blog.

    Returning favorites include the special holiday-themed parade “Once Upon a Christmas Time”, the Cinderella Castle stage show “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration” and so much more!

    In addition to the wonderful holiday entertainment guests can also ride Magic Kingdom Park classic attractions, savor complimentary treats and enjoy a magical “snowfall” on Main Street, U.S.A.

    And don’t forget to check out the exclusive merchandise that you can find only at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates are:

    • November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
    • December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
  • New Merchandise Available For Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

    New Merchandise Available For Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

    Guests who will attend this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom Park will discover festive décor, holiday-themed food and beverage items, and new magical entertainment. In addition to all the very merry fun, guests can also purchase new party inspired merchandise!

    Decorative apparel such as spirit jerseys and T-shirts adorned with Holiday icons will be available during the party along with joyful keepsakes like a commemorative MagicBand, a mug for hot cocoa, and a dated Christmas tree ornament.

    Dated limited edition pins will be available featuring Mickey, Minnie and other Holiday friends. Keep an eye out for this year’s festive limited release party pin featuring Mickey Mouse! And speaking of pins, we have got a treat for you. There will be a mystery holiday cookie-inspired collection set. Favorite characters like Donald, Cheshire Cat, Simba and more can be found throughout the party in blind boxes. Collect them all!

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will have an opportunity to purchase an exclusive party T-shirt and limited release pin. Take a peek at the artwork below!

    Exclusive party merchandise can be found at Emporium, Star Traders and Big Top Souvenirs. Frontier Trading Post will be your destination for party exclusive pins. And check out the Ye Old Christmas Shoppe during the party if you’re looking for more Holiday merchandise! All merchandise available while supplies last.

    Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are now available! If you need any help booking your vacation contact me today at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Deanna. My services are free, so let me take away the stress of planning so you have more time to experience the Magic.  Here are this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates:

    • November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
    • December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
  • Mini Christmas Churros Now Available at Disney World for the Holidays

    Mini Christmas Churros Now Available at Disney World for the Holidays

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party starts THIS WEEK and this year’s party features an array of sweet and savory bites that will keep you merry and bright all season long including Mini Christmas Churros which are a Churro lovers Christmas wish come true!

    Mini Christmas Churros are topped with red and green sprinkles and served with chocolate dipping sauce. You can find them daily at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café and Outdoor Vending Churro Carts.

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party occurs on select nights throughout November and December and features exclusive food and beverage offerings, special entertainment and character greetings, festive dance parties, complimentary holiday cookies throughout the park, and more. This year’s party begins on November 8.

    And of course, you can always enhance your festive experience with two special add-ons this year: Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party (with reserved viewing for the holiday parade) and Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party (with either Tomorrowland Terrace or Plaza Garden fireworks viewing). Both of these special events offer wonderful buffets of holiday eats and treats as well as a place to hang out, relax, and watch your favorite holiday time entertainment. 

  • Holiday Fun Facts at Walt Disney World

    Holiday Fun Facts at Walt Disney World

    The holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort is a magical time where all four theme parks, Disney Springs and resort hotels come to life with festive decor, entertainment and other fun for the entire family.

    With so much that goes into making the resort sparkle for the season, here are some fun facts about holidays at Walt Disney World Resort:

    • The Walt Disney World Holiday Services team provides decor for 780 locations within 41 different properties, including Disney theme parks, resorts, recreation and shopping areas. The team also decorates Disney Cruise Line ships and Disney Vacation Club resorts in Florida and North Carolina.
    • 41 cast members work year-round to make the holiday transformation a reality, with an additional 90 cast members added during the installation period.
    • Decor installation begins Halloween night and is finished by Thanksgiving.

    The Iconic Trees

    • There are 29 custom-created iconic trees, ranging from 15 to 70 feet tall. Trees find their homes at all four theme parks, select resort hotels and Disney Springs.
    • The tallest tree – at 70 feet tall – is located at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The tree is adorned with 16,000 lights and more than 200 custom ornaments.
    • Stars and toppers for the trees are up to 7 feet tall and can weigh more than 200 pounds each.
    • 596 smaller trees – ranging from 2 to 14 feet – decorate other areas across Walt Disney World.

    In the Parks

    • New this year, holiday fun will come to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Décor includes a 10-foot-tall Hamm sugar cookie at Woody’s Lunch Box, green alien ornaments near the entrance to Alien Swirling Saucers and much more.
    • Magic Kingdom Park is decorated with 590 garlands (measuring a total of 5,188 feet), 40 trees and 147 wreaths.
    • Epcot International Festival of the Holidays includes 12 holiday kitchens serving more than 50 bites from around the world and 60-plus specialty
    • The Candlelight Processional will be performed 117 times at Epcot this holiday season. It’s also the first year performances will occur on Thanksgiving!
    • At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Dinosaur Gertie is dressed in her finest holiday attire. Her hat is so big, four people could stand inside it!
    • Sunset Seasons Greetings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios includes 12 high-definition projectors used to visually transform the façade of the Hollywood Tower Hotel with scenes of the season. 21 palm trees along Sunset Boulevard illuminate with programmable, color-changing LED fixtures.
    • In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, nearly all lighting decor is LED. The park uses 25,000 C-7 shape LEDs and 40,000 mini-LEDs. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is also home to 331 garlands and 40 wreaths.

    Disney Springs

    • Disney Springs is the epicenter of holiday shopping at Walt Disney World. It’s also the largest of all of the decorated Disney locations, with more than 2,000 pieces of individual decor, including a 45-foot-tall tree.
    • Each piece of decor was custom designed to fit the classic Florida town theme that carries throughout the entirety of Disney Springs.
    • Disney Springs is also home to the Christmas Tree Trail, a walkthrough wonderland featuring 27 unique Disney trees that include new themes this year such as Toy Story and The Haunted Mansion.

    Resorts

    • This year marks the 20th anniversary of the classic gingerbread house in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The life-size house is made from more than 10,000 pieces of gingerbread and requires 560 hours to construct (400 hours to bake and160 hours to decorate). Located inside is The Bake Shop – the perfect place to pick up some sweet holiday treats.
    • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is home to a 45-foot-tall iconic tree featuring authentic African decor and reproductions of traditional African masks.

    Other Holiday Celebrations

    • A storyteller on a stage between the France and Morocco pavilions at Epcot will tell the Hanukkah story during Epcot International Festival of the Holidays.
    • Kwanzaa will be incorporated into performances of JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season through Dec. 25. Beginning Dec. 26, the group will perform a full Kwanzaa show. The JOYFUL! vocal ensemble performs uplifting gospel, R&B and holiday songs daily at the Future World Fountain stage in Epcot.
    • Epcot International Festival of the Holidays celebrates holiday traditions from around the world through storytelling and music presented throughout World Showcase.
  • 12 Must-Dos During the Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort

    12 Must-Dos During the Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort

    There’s so much to see and experience across Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season! Here are 12 must-dos for guests:

    1. See the all-new Toy Story Land Holiday Decor
    This new immersive land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be decked out with festive spirit during the holidays. New decor will include an oversized cranberry-and-popcorn garland and a 10-foot-tall Hamm sugar cookie at Woody’s Lunch Box, as well as green alien ornaments near the entrance to Alien Swirling Saucers, just to name a few. Plus, guests will hear sleigh bells ringing on Slinky Dog Dash, while Alien Swirling Saucers will offer two holiday tracks with themed lighting. The characters will also show off new holiday looks for the season – Woody and Jessie will wear special holiday vests and sprigs of holly on their hats, while Buzz Lightyear will don a snazzy Santa hat.

    2. Catch showings of Sunset Seasons Greetings and “Jingle Ball, Jingle BAM!”
    Guests should definitely make plans to see both of the nighttime shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that are special to the season. “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” follows the animated elves from “Disney Prep & Landing” as they search for Santa Claus, who has gone missing. Iconic music, fireworks, special effects and state-of-the-art projections help bring this spectacular to life. And over on Sunset Boulevard, new laser effects add even more sparkle to Sunset Seasons Greetings, the towering holiday projection show on the Hollywood Tower Hotel. Throughout the night, the show features Mickey Mouse, Olaf and other beloved Disney characters sharing their favorite seasonal stories.

    3. Enjoy Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
    Get into the festive spirit at this specially ticketed, after-hours party at Magic Kingdom Park. Indulge in complimentary sweet holiday treats, enjoy specialty entertainment such as the awe-inspiring Holiday Wishes fireworks spectacular and Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, and celebrate the spirit of the season with unforgettable experiences, including snow flurries on Main Street, U.S.A.

    4. Don’t miss A Frozen Holiday Wish
    Guests can get swept up in the holiday spirit when Queen Elsa transforms Cinderella Castle into the gorgeous, glistening, icy holiday centerpiece of Magic Kingdom. Featuring appearances by Anna and Elsa, along with rugged mountain man Kristoff and the lovable snowman Olaf, this merry-and-bright seasonal show culminates in Queen Elsa using her incredible powers to present a gift to everyone in the kingdom.

    5. Savor new items from Epcot Holiday Kitchens
    Holiday Kitchens offer delectable bites inspired by holiday traditions around the world. Every holiday season brings new tastes and treats. New this year is the L’Chaim! Kitchen featuring traditional Hebrew dishes such as pastrami on rye, chicken and matzo ball soup, egg cream and more. Feast of the Three Kings Kitchen will feature a new menu, including sofrito-marinated beef with sweet plantains and olives, as well as queso fresco-stuffed arepas topped with shrimp. Other new samplings include black forest roulade with cherry whipped cream at the Bavaria Holiday Kitchen in the Germany pavilion and hand-carved smoked ham with green beans and sweet potato casserole at the American Holiday Table in The American Adventure.

    6. Be moved by a performance of the Candlelight Processional at Epcot
    Delight in the story of Christmas as told by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a full choir and a 50-piece orchestra during a performance that inspires joy and holiday spirit. New narrators this year include Alfonso Ribeiro (Nov. 26-27) and “Moana” voice actress Auli’i Cravalho (Dec. 21-23). A great way to experience the show is with a Candlelight Processional Dining Package; guests can learn more and make reservations for the package at disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/candlelight-dinner-packages/.

    7. Take in IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth and other international holiday entertainment
    The nighttime spectacular IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth includes a special holiday finale from Nov. 18 to Dec. 30. This will be the final holiday season for this show that takes place on and around World Showcase Lagoon. The show will conclude a 20-year run at the end of summer 2019, before new thrills debut on the lagoon immediately afterward. World Showcase is also the place to discover the sights, sounds and tastes that are part of holiday celebrations from around the world.

    8. Shop till you drop at Disney Springs
    There is a gift idea for everyone at Disney Springs, the shopping, dining and entertainment district at Walt Disney World. Disney fans will love the Disney-themed exclusive items at stores such as the newly reimagined World of Disney and DisneyStyle, while trendsetters will appreciate the apparel and accessories at stores such as Coach, Anthropologie, Pandora, Sephora and others. And kids will love gifts from stores like Once Upon a Toy and The LEGO Store.

    9. Stroll the Christmas Tree Trail
    Also at Disney Springs, guests will enjoy a walk-through wonderland filled with Christmas trees decorated with Disney imagery and characters. This year’s trail features 27 unique holiday trees with new additions inspired by Toy Story, The Haunted Mansion and Star Wars. Guests can even meet Santa at his chalet inside the trail.

    10. Discover Diwali during UP! A Great Bird Adventure
    This all-new show takes guests on a journey to discover some of the world’s exotic birds along with fun-loving Russell and his furry friend Dug from Disney•Pixar’s hit film “Up.” During the holiday season, a special version of the show will introduce guests to discover the story of Diwali, the holiday festival of lights in India.

    11. Find gingerbread houses, Christmas trees and additional offerings at Disney resort hotels
    The holiday fun continues when guests leave the parks. All Walt Disney World resort hotels are elaborately decorated, and many offer special entertainment and dining during the season. Guests can marvel at intricate, life-size gingerbread houses at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, and be awed by the massive Christmas trees in the lobbies of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.

    12. Capture picture-perfect memories with Disney PhotoPass
    The holiday season is the perfect time to pose for photos around Walt Disney World. Disney PhotoPass locations will be available in front of the iconic trees in all four theme parks and at festively decorated areas – the perfect shot for a greeting card or to help guests remember an incredible trip.

  • Complete Guide to Holiday Celebrations at International Disney Parks

    Complete Guide to Holiday Celebrations at International Disney Parks

    Season’s greetings! No matter where your holiday travels take you this year, something enchanting awaits you at Disney Parks across the world. Now through the New Year, we’re ringing in the most wonderful time of the year with special celebrations and enchanting experiences across the globe.

    At Disneyland Paris, wake up, grab a cup of hot cocoa and see the reason for the season in the form of a larger-than-life advent calendar in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. The Disney Christmas Parade is now bringing cheer not once but twice daily down a snow-sprinkled Main Street, U.S.A. and past a tinsel-twinkling Christmas tree. Keep an eye out for Stitch on the Royal Castle Stage as he wrecks the halls for A Merry Stitchmas.

    Mickey’s Christmas Big Band

    Celebrate 90 years of magic and fun with Mickey Mouse during Mickey’s Christmas Big Band at Walt Disney Studios Park, including a drum solo by Mickey himself. The new Surprise Mickey! show is your chance to join in a very special birthday surprise while celebrating the merriest time of year. Wrap up your day with Goofy’s Incredible Christmas, an immersive nighttime show with incredible special effects and a whole lot of Goof projected onto The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.

    Christmas tree on the Fantasyland side of Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland

    This year, Tokyo Disneyland multiplies the cheer of Christmas times 35 for the resort’s 35th anniversary. Such a milestone celebration calls for a spectacular Christmas tree on the Fantasyland side of Cinderella Castle, with the 35th anniversary logo incorporated throughout its decor. Across the way at Tokyo DisneySea, a new show, “It’s Christmas Time,” brings a colorful revue to the Mediterranean Harbor every day.

    Mickey Avenue Winter Wonderland show at Shanghai Disney Resort

    If you have long been dreaming of a white Christmas, your dreams will come true this year at Shanghai Disney Resort! A magical winter snowfall takes place nightly during the new “Mickey Avenue Winter Wonderland” show, while the “When We’re Together” tree lighting ceremony at Enchanted Storybook Castle features the playful snowman Olaf. And whether you’ve been naughty or “ice,” glide over to the resort’s new Wishing Star Skating Rink in the center of Disneytown Christmas Market starting December 7.

    Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball at Hong Kong Disneyland

    Finally, there’s no place like Hong Kong Disneyland for the holidays where Fantasy Gardens has been transformed into the Fantasy Gardens Wintertime Market. If caroling is more your cup of Christmas tea, join Mickey and the gang during a one-of-a-kind Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball. This 20-minute musical extravaganza will definitely help you get your yuletide going this season! All your favorite Disney characters will come together to share the joy, including Duffy’s new friend Cookie who joins in the Christmas celebration for the first time.