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  • 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.

  • Black Friday Weekend at Disney Springs

    Black Friday Weekend at Disney Springs

    Black Friday is just days away and there is no better place to do your Disney shopping than Disney Springs. You’ll discover great gift ideas, special offers and unexpected treats as you get a jumpstart on holiday shopping.

    Enjoy savings and in-store events at locations all through Disney Springs—all weekend long! With dining specials and yuletide magic at every turn, it’s a delightful way to put more merry and less hurry into your holiday shopping.

    The Disney Springs Black Friday sales take place Nov. 24-26 with three days of savings from over 80 retailers. Take a look at some of the amazing deals below:

    Fashion and Athletic Apparel Offers

  • 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.

    Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line will transform into magical winter wonderlands filled with seasonal attractions and joyful entertainment. During the specials, viewers will also get exclusive looks at upcoming attractions and experiences coming to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California.

    Check out the line-up of musical performances and special moments across ABC and Disney Channel:

    Disney Castle Holidays

    “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” premieres Thursday, Nov. 29, from 9–11 p.m. EST on The ABC Television Network and on the ABC app. Join singer, songwriter and “Dancing with the Stars: Juniors” host Jordan Fisher and “Modern Family” actress Sarah Hyland as they host the magical two-hour event from Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Joined by Disneyland host Jesse Palmer, Disney Parks and ABC will kick off the holiday season with a star-studded prime-time celebration showcasing incredible musical performances, special appearances and Disney magical moments including an extraordinary castle lighting spectacular from Disney Parks around the world – traveling the globe from Lake Buena Vista, Florida, and Anaheim, California, to Paris, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

    Musical performances include the following stars:

    • Multi-GRAMMY Award-winning superstar, Gwen Stefani lights up the night with “Feliz Navidad.”
    • GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter Meghan Trainor performs a medley of her hits.
    • CMA Award-winning country artist Brett Eldredge, joined by Meghan Trainor, sing the classic holiday duet “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” from Eldredge’s album “Glow.”
    • Andrea Bocelli shares his unmistakable voice, singing a Christmas classic; then Andrea is joined by his son, Matteo Bocelli, to perform their beautiful new duet, “Fall on Me” from Disney’s “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.”
    • Jordan Fisher performs his Christmas hit, “Come December.”
    • GRAMMY Award-nominated artist Aloe Blacc performs his debut single, “I Got Your Christmas Right Here,” from his first-ever holiday album, “Christmas Funk,” out Nov. 9.
    • American Idol winner Maddie Poppe sings “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”
    • Chart-topping, breakout music group Why Don’t We performs a medley of the classic “Silent Night” and their original holiday song “Hey Good Lookin.”

    “Disney Parks Presents a 25 Days of Christmas Holiday Party” kicks off Friday, Nov. 23 in the DisneyNOW app and Saturday, Dec. 1, from 8-8:30 p.m. EST on Disney Channel. Hosted by Jordan Fisher and Disney Channel’s “Coop & Cami Ask the World” stars Ruby Rose Turner and Dakota Lotus, this festive half-hour special will feature star-studded musical performances and special appearances by Disney Channel stars Booboo Stewart (Disney’s “Descendants 3”), Kylee Russell(Disney Channel Original Movie “ZOMBIES”), Sadie Stanley (Disney Channel Original Movie “Kim Possible”) and Sean Giambrone (Disney Channel Original Movie “Kim Possible,” ABC’s “The Goldbergs”). Stanley and Giambrone will take viewers behind the scenes of Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, where guests will experience the world of Pixar’s “Cars” films and come face-to-face with Lightning McQueen. The experience rolls into Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in spring 2019.

    Musical performances include:

    • Gwen Stefani sings the holiday classic “Let It Snow.”
    • Brett Eldredge performs “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas.”
    • Disney Channel’s “Andi Mack” star Asher Angel rocks out to “Last Christmas.”
    • Disney Channel’s “ZOMBIES” star Meg Donnelly brings tropical cheer with her performance of “Mele Kalikimaka.”

    Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade

    “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airs on Tuesday, Dec. 25, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. EST, 9-11 a.m. CST/MST/PST on The ABC Television Network and on the ABC app. Airtimes vary, so be sure to check local listings.

    This Christmas, Disney Parks celebrates the joy of the season as hosts Jordan Fisher and Sarah Hyland share this magical holiday tradition with families around the globe. Co-hosted by Jesse Palmer, the Christmas Day celebration will be merrier than ever before, bringing together the adored Christmas Day parade, special musical performances, surprise celebrity guests and heartwarming family stories to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Joining the festivities as parade correspondents are Freeform’s “grown-ish” actor Trevor Jackson and star of Freeform’s upcoming series “Good Trouble,” Cierra Ramirez.

    Musical performances include the following:

    • Gwen Stefani performs “Winter Wonderland” from her Christmas album, “You Make It Feel Like Christmas.”
    • Brett Eldredge sings the holiday classic “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
    • Andrea Bocelli sings the incredibly moving “Ave Maria”; then Andrea is joined by his son, Matteo Bocelli, to perform “White Christmas.”
    • Host Jordan Fisher performs “This Christmas.”
    • Aloe Blacc performs “Tell Your Mama” from his first holiday album, “Christmas Funk,” out Nov. 9.
    • Freeform’s “Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger” star and Hollywood Records artist Olivia Holt sings a holiday tune.
    • American Idol winner Maddie Poppe celebrates the season with “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.”
    • Disney’s dynamic a cappella group DCappella performs the popular Christmas hit “Last Christmas.”
    • Why Don’t We performs “Kiss You This Christmas” from their holiday album, “A Why Don’t We Christmas.”
  • Special Holiday Churros at Disneyland are Delightfully Delicious Treats

    Special Holiday Churros at Disneyland are Delightfully Delicious Treats

    The Holidays at Disneyland Resort begin Nov. 9 and for some that means one thing… Churros! Special Holiday Churros are arriving at Disneyland and they are a holiday wish come true.

    Throughout the holiday season, you’ll be able to feast on these yummy goodies! Take a look below at all the options.

    churros disneyland

    Disneyland Park

    • Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters: Sour Apple Churro with option to add side caramel sauce
    • Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Churro with crushed pretzels and peppermint
    • Churros near Sleeping Beauty Castle: Gingerbread Churro
    • Churros near Haunted Mansion: Sugarplum Candy Churro
    • The Golden Horseshoe: Churro Sundae: Peppermint ice cream and a cajeta-filled churro garnished with chocolate brownie crumbles, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream
    • Hungry Bear Restaurant: Churro Bites with eggnog gelato and caramel sauce

    Disneyland Holiday Churros

    Disney California Adventure Park

    • Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail: Peppermint Churro with crushed candy canes and chocolate and vanilla icing
    • Cozy Cone Motel: Gingersnap Churro with cream cheese dipping sauce
    • Cozy Cone Motel: Pumpkin Spice Churro with cream cheese dipping sauce
    • Churros near Goofy’s Sky School: Holiday Churro with red and green sugar
  • 2018 Foodie Guide For Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure

    2018 Foodie Guide For Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure

    Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure park on Nov. 9 with music, dance, and diverse cultural festivities. At the event, you can enjoy the Festive Foods Marketplace featuring 12 delicious destinations!

    This Foodie Guide has everything you need to know about this year’s marketplaces. You can even grab a Disney Festival of Holidays Tasting Passport at any of the marketplaces to guide you on your yummy holiday journey.

    As you visit each marketplace, get your passport stamped and when you’ve filled your passport, you’ll get a special completion stamp! Take a look below at some of the tasty foods you’ll encounter on your adventure.

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Merry Mashups
    Food:

    • Turkey & Stuffing Tamale with Cranberry Relish
    • Lox & Everything Bagel Nachos
    • “Hot Cocoa” Marshmallow Macaron

    Beverages:

    • Sparkling Wine Punch with Chandon Brut, Sparkling Wine and Lime Sherbet
    • Holiday Punch with Lime Sherbet and Sprite (non-alcoholic)

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Winter Wonders
    Food:

    • Pumpkin Soup with Maple Cashew Cream
    • Chana Masala with Grilled Garlic Naan
    • Vanilla and Cranberry Trifle

    Beverages:

    • Pomegranate Lemonade (non-alcoholic)

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Brews & Bites
    Food:

    • Chorizo Queso Fundido with House-made Tortilla Chips

    Beverages:

    • Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co., Paradise Rd, Pilsner
    • North Coast Brewing Co., Blue Star, Wheat
    • Brewery Ommegang, Rosetta, Aged Cherry Ale
    • Deschutes Brewery, Mirror Pond, Pale Ale
    • Anderson Valley Brewing Company, Boont, Amber Ale
    • Aftershock Brewing Co., Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ale
    • Karl Strauss Brewing Company, Isomerizer, IPA
    • New Belgium Brewing Company, Accumulation, White IPA
    • Cigar City Brewing, Maduro, Brown Ale
    • Karl Strauss Brewing Company, 9 Bonfires Blazing, Golden Stout
    • Legends Brewery, Cookies Galore, Chocolate Cookie Milk Stout

    Festive Progressive Flight:

    • Figueroa Mountain Paradise Rd Pilsner
    • Anderson Valley Boont Amber Ale
    • Karl Strauss Isomerizer IPA
    • Cigar City Maduro Brown Ale

    Flavors of the Season Flight

    • Ommegang Rosetta Cherry Ale
    • Aftershock Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ale
    • Karl Strauss 9 Bonfires Blazing Golden Stout
    • Legends Cookies Galore Milk Stout

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Favorite Things
    Food:

    • Holiday Ham Shanks with Brown Sugar-Pineapple Glaze
    • Reuben Potato Tots with Russian Dressing and Rye Toast

    Beverages:

    • Cranberry Sangria with Lime Garnish
    • Eggnog Cocktail with Whipped Cream and Nutmeg Dusting

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Holiday Duets
    Food:

    • Curry Cauliflower Soup with Braised Lamb and Mintchurri
    • Shrimp and Grits with Andouille Sausage
    • Holiday Mickey and Minnie Cookies

    Beverages:

    • Ballast Point Brewing Company, Spruce Tip Sculpin, IPA
    • Warm Peppermint Chocolate Float with Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Vanilla Ice Cream, Whipped Cream and Peppermint Crumbles

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Visions of Sugarplums
    Special Offering:

    • Sweet Dreams and Milk – Horizon Organic Lowfat Milk and Choice of Dessert

    Food:

    • Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce
    • White Chocolate Cranberry Blondie
    • Eggnog Wreath Éclair with White Chocolate Icing
    • Horchata Fudge

    Beverages:

    • Warm Bourbon Cider with House-made Bourbon-infused Marshmallow
    • S’mores Frozen Chocolate Milk with House-made Toasted Marshmallow-infused Whipped Cream, Graham Cracker Crumble and Chocolate Drizzle (non-alcoholic)
    • Horizon Organic Lowfat Milk

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Blissfully Braised
    Food:

    • Braised Pork Belly Adobo with Garlic Fried Rice
    • Cornbread Cakes with Braised Collard Greens and Smoked Bacon Gravy

    Beverages:

    • Blood Orange Ginger Mule with a Rosemary Sprig

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Grandma’s Recipes
    Food:

    • Beef Pot Roast on a Potato Roll with Horseradish Cream
    • Candied Yams with Marshmallow Cream and Toasted Pecans
    • Gingerbread Mickey

    Beverages:

    • Wyder’s Cider, Hard Pear Cider
    • Towne Park Brew Co, Gose Fresca
    • Avery Brewing, White Rascal, Belgian-Style White Ale
    • Smog City Brewing Co., Snugglebug, Sour Blonde Ale
    • Merry Cherry Pineapple Punch with Red Maraschino Cherries (non-alcoholic)

    Tart & Fruity Flight:

    • Pear – Wyder’s Cider, Hard Pear Cider
    • Watermelon, Lime, Hibiscus & Cayenne – Towne Park Brew Co, Gose Fresca
    • Orange – Avery Brewing, White Rascal, Belgian-Style White Ale
    • Boysenberry & Raspberry – Smog City Brewing Co., Snugglebug, Sour Blonde Ale

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Spicy Celebrations
    Food:

    • Nashville Hot Fried Turkey with Dill Pickles
    • Jalapeño Latkes with Chipotle Crema
    • Chocolate Chipotle Pot de Crème

    Beverages:

    • Pomegranate Margarita with Chipotle-smoked Sea Salt Half-Rim

    Festival of Holidays Food

    A Twist on Tradition
    Food:

    • Pozole Rojo Beef with Hominy Polenta
    • “Chicken-less” Mole with Spanish Rice
    • Black Forest Yule Log

    Beverages:

    • Winter Michelada with Modelo Negra and Brown Sugar Rim
    • Modelo Negra, Dark Lager

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Winter Sliderland
    Food:

    • Roasted Turkey Slider with Cranberry Sauce
    • Holiday Stuffing Mac & Cheese
    • Milk Chocolate Candy Cane Pot de Crème

    Beverages:

    • Frosty Frosé with Fleurs de Prairie Rosé, Blue Curaçao, and White Cranberry Juice served frozen with Mint Sprig
    • Oskar Blues Brewery, Old Chub, Scotch Ale

    Festival of Holidays Food

    Making Spirits Bright
    Beverages:

    • Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
    • Baileyana, Firepeak, Chardonnay, Edna Valley
    • Bartenura, Moscato, Italy
    • MacMurray Ranch Estate, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
    • Joel Gott, Zinfandel, California
    • Rodney Strong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County
    • Chandon, Sparkling Wine, Brut, California

    Mimosa Flight:

    • Pomegranate Mimosa
    • Pear Mimosa
    • White Cranberry Mimosa

    White Wine Flight:

    • Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
    • Baileyana, Firepeak, Chardonnay, Edna Valley
    • Bartenura, Moscato, Italy

    Red Wine Flight:

    • MacMurray Ranch Estate, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
    • Joel Gott, Zinfandel, California
    • Rodney Strong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County

    In addition, available for all guests is the Sip and Savor Pass, which gives you the opportunity to taste your way through your choice of eight different dishes or non-alcoholic beverages from participating Festive Food Marketplaces. This pass can be purchased at various locations throughout the park, including Festival Merchandise Carts, Seaside Souvenirs, Kingswell Camera Shop, and Rushin’ River Outfitters.

    This special holiday festival runs through Jan. 8.

  • Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party Coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

    Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party Coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

    The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the season takes place on November 8th and now the party just got a little bigger.  Today, Disney announced an all-new dining package called Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party which will offer appetizers, desserts and drinks to guests at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant.

    At this new and special experience beginning at 9:30 p.m., you can pop in and out at your leisure and indulge in savory hors d’oeuvres including a selection of artisanal meats and cheeses as well as Tony’s famous meatballs, mini hand-tossed pizzas, boursin-stuffed artichoke and more! And if you’re wanting to satisfy that sweet tooth, then you can snack on pumpkin tartlets, Yule Logs, cannoli, Christmas cookies, and red velvet cupcakes.

    To go along with this festive array of dishes, raise a glass to the spirit of the season with a selection of complementary beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. While you eat, enjoy a holiday atmosphere and views of Town Square and Main Street, U.S.A.

    The party doesn’t stop there! At 11:00 p.m., you’ll have access to a special reserved viewing area for the truly enchanting Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade as it makes its way down Main Street, U.S.A. The festive procession includes dancing gingerbread men, marching toy soldiers and beloved Disney characters in their holiday finery. And the party continues until 12:30 a.m., even longer than Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!

    Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party is available for $99 per person every Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party event night at Magic Kingdom Park. Admission to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is required to attend.

    Reservations will be available to everyone beginning October 30. Annual Passholders and DVC Members will be able to enjoy a 1-day exclusive early booking window on October 29.

    If you need help booking your magical vacation, contact Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Vikki for help. My services are completely free and I will always find you the lowest rates. Let me do all the work so you don’t have to!

  • Disney Answer to Elf of the Shelf is Holiday Mischief with Stitch

    Disney Answer to Elf of the Shelf is Holiday Mischief with Stitch

    Move over Elf on the Shelf and make way for everyone’s favorite mischievous experiment 626. This year Disney is bringing you a new holiday tradition called Holiday Mischief with Stitch.

    Now you can bring in the holidays with a poseable Stitch wearing a Santa hat and letting everyone know if he’s decided to be naughty or nice as he hides throughout your home.

    This loving but sometimes trouble maker will come home with you in a box set with his own story. Read the story with the hard covered book titled Holiday Mischief with Stitch and let your holiday traditions be filled with this new Disney adventure now sold at Shopdisney.com

    Magic in the details

    • Gift set includes book and plush
    • Author: Elizabeth Schaefer
    • Illustrated by the Disney Storybook Team
    • 24 pages
    • Hardcover
    • Poseable Stitch plush
    • Embroidered detailing
    • Santa hat with aloha print and furry trims
    • Embroidered ”Naughty” or Nice” pom pom
    • Beans in bottom
    • Comes in holiday gift box display packaging with ”To and From” label

    With the holidays approaching fast, we have a feeling this famous Disney character will be flying off the store shelves and making his way onto yours.

  • Holiday Fun Coming to Toy Story Land This November

    Holiday Fun Coming to Toy Story Land This November

    Toy Story Land will be joining in the Holiday fun this year with decorations, holiday music, and special outfits for your favorite characters!

    Starting November 8th, 2018 guests will greeted with new holiday decor, including oversized cranberry-and-popcorn garland, the chance to take a holiday card “selfie” of “Toy Story” pals, an oversized Hamm sugar cookie, Green Alien ornaments and more. There will also be holiday music to really spruce up this new land! Guests will hear sleigh bells ringing on Slinky Dog Dash, while Alien Swirling Saucers will offer two holiday tracks, and holiday themed lighting.

    Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear don’t want to be left out of the fun, so they’ll be joining in the festivities with new holiday accessories. Woody’s trading in his cow print vest for a red holiday version, featuring a Christmas tree, and a present. He’s also adding an oversized candy cane to his holster, which looks like a perfect photo prop to me! Jessie will be wearing a green vest with peppermints adorning it, and Buzz is celebrating with a sparkly Santa hat.

    Make sure you don’t miss any of the Holiday fun this year at Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land. Contact Kimberly at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Kimberly to start planning your Magical Vacation now!