Let’s come together and celebrate the Holidays Around the World! Starting November 24th through December 30th, 2023, you can enjoy all of Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. This fun-filled joyous event is one not to miss. From new food and drink pairings, entertainment, Santa himself and more!
The Candlelight Processional was announced today. This iconic story of Christmas will run every night of the Festival of the Holidays. This event is narrated by a celebrity accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra, and glorious massed choir. This show can be seen in the America Gardens Theatre in the American Pavillion. There are 3 showtimes each night, 5:15 PM, 7:00 PM, and 8:30 PM. There’s a stellar list of celebrity narrators this year. The schedule can be found below.
-Chrissy Metz (NEW) Nov. 24-25
-Luis Fonsi (NEW) Nov. 26-27
-Ann-Margret (NEW) Nov. 28-29
-Simu Liu Nov. 30-Dec. 2
-John Stamos Dec. 3-5
-Neil Patrick Harris Dec. 6-8
-Marlee Matlin Dec. 9-11
-Brendan Fraser (NEW) Dec. 12-14
-Eva Longoria (NEW) Dec. 15-16
-Joey McIntyre (NEW) Dec. 17-18
-Sterling K. Brown (NEW) Dec. 19-20
-Jordan Fisher (NEW) Dec. 21-23
-Steven Curtis Chapman Dec. 24-26
-Audra McDonald (NEW) Dec. 27-28
-Lisa Ling Dec. 29-30
This event fills up very quickly so we recommend utilizing the Candlelight Processional Dining Package. Starting October 17th, you can book your dining package that includes your reservation at one of eight unique dining experiences (seen below.) Reminder, dining windows open 60 days in advance. You can also purchase a same-day dining package at Regal Eagle Smokehouse. To check availability for same-day dining packages, visit Regal Eagle Smokehouse during the Festival. Your Dining Package also includes a guaranteed seat at the Candlelight Processional for each guest. After your meal, each guest will receive a Candlelight Seating badge at the restaurant. The badge will specify the date and show time they have reserved. Guests who have not reserved a Candlelight Processional Dining Package will be seated at the Candlelight Processional on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is based on availability due to limited capacity. For participating dining locations and pricing see below. Pricing does not include taxes and gratuities. Click each Dining Experience below to view their menus.
Sip, savor, and celebrate the most magical time of the year as you enjoy seasonal dishes and beverages from the holiday kitchens. Plus, you can embark on the Holiday Cookie Stroll. A fun way to collect Passport stamps and a specialty cookie when completed.
Be sure to stop by the Odyssey Pavilion for a Meet & Greet with Santa Claus himself! There’s a sneak at some of the magical fun you can expect this Holiday season at Epcot. For all the details, check out Disney’s Official Festival of the Holidays Website.
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