It takes 12 months to prepare for the holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort! As the year cycles through springtime showers, summer barbeques, and autumn harvests, cast members are also busy planning for the most wonderful time of the year at the \u201cMost Magical Place on Earth.\u201d Here\u2019s a sneak peek of all things holly and jolly coming to Walt Disney World this year, including the return of Mickey\u2019s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park.<\/p>\n

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Celebrate the Season at Mickey\u2019s Very Merry Christmas Party<\/h2>\n

Holiday joy will unfold at Magic Kingdom as Mickey\u2019s Very Merry Christmas Party returns this year! On 24 select nights, Nov. 8 \u2013 Dec. 22, 2022, this separately ticketed event will invite guests to Magic Kingdom for an evening of merriment.<\/p>\n

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• Join Mickey and his pals at the Cinderella Castle stage for the ultimate must-watch Christmas extravaganza \u2013 \u201cMickey\u2019s Most Merriest Celebration.\u201d The show features nostalgic and modern medleys of holiday music paired with dance performances.<\/li>\n
• Minnie Mouse orchestrates a sparkling spectacle over Magic Kingdom as a part of \u201cMinnie\u2019s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.\u201d Full of holiday magic, the show includes dazzling castle projections, fireworks and seasonal songs.<\/li>\n
• With his famous flying reindeer leading the way, Santa Claus will join Mickey Mouse and friends in the must-see \u201cMickey\u2019s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade\u201d as it makes its way through the park.<\/li>\n
• Speaking of Santa Claus, he isn\u2019t the only one who likes cookies during the holidays. Partygoers can indulge in complimentary cookies and hot cocoa at locations throughout Magic Kingdom.<\/li>\n
• Magic Kingdom attractions will get a special dose of yuletide cheer. Holiday magic will once again transform the Jungle Cruise into the Jingle Cruise. And, as an exclusive treat for event attendees, Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor and<\/li>\n
• Mad Tea Party will all receive a special holiday makeover.<\/li>\n
• Cosmic Ray\u2019s Starlight Caf\u00e9 becomes the coolest place to get down when denizens of the North Pole drop by for an intergalactic dance party!<\/li>\n
• Also at Magic Kingdom, dance the night away alongside favorite Disney characters during an out-of-this-world holiday show, \u201cA Totally Tomorrowland Christmas\u201d on the Rockettower Plaza Stage.<\/li>\n
• The fun continues for young partygoers and Disney Junior fans of all ages at Storybook Circus during the \u201cDisney Junior Jingle Jam\u201d as Disney Junior characters take part in a fun-filled dance celebration.<\/li>\n
• NEW! In honor of the 50th Anniversary celebration, Mickey\u2019s Very Merry Christmas Party attendees will discover three jolly new photo opportunities. Guests will also receive a special 50th Anniversary commemorative keepsake, themed for the holidays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Tickets for Mickey\u2019s Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and may be purchased online beginning July 7, 2022. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 30, 2022. Ticket prices will range from $149 \u2013 $199 per person. Event dates are:<\/p>\n

  November: 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 27, 29
  \nDecember: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22<\/p>\n

  Discover Holiday Magic Across Walt Disney World<\/h2>\n

  Can\u2019t get enough holiday magic? There are so many themed experiences to unwrap at Walt Disney World this upcoming season. Keep reading for a preview of what you can look forward to, beginning Nov. 11.<\/p>\n

  Watch Disney Park Icons Transform for the Holidays<\/h2>\n

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  During the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration, select theme park icons will continue to transform into Beacons of Magic, illuminating select nights with an EARidescent glow. And as a special yuletide surprise for guests, the magic will continue as each park celebrates the season with a delightful rotation of unique heartwarming holiday-themed displays.<\/p>\n

  Say Hello to Santa Claus<\/h2>\n

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  The holiday season will be an especially busy time for Jolly Old St. Nick as he makes special appearances throughout Walt Disney World. Catch him cruising down Hollywood Boulevard in his candy-apple red convertible at Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios during the Santa Claus Merry Motorcade and voyaging across the Discovery River as part of a festive flotilla at Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Santa Claus will continue to spread the joyous spirit of the season during visits to Magic Kingdom Park and Disney Springs, where guests may have individual time to take photos and share their Christmas wishes. Finally, at EPCOT, Santa Claus will join storytellers from around the world as a part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth beginning Nov. 25<\/p>\n

  Enjoy Festive Entertainment Across Walt Disney World<\/h2>\n

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  • Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom will come alive with the return of a Merry Menagerie of winter animals realized in the form of life-size, artisan-sculpted puppets.<\/li>\n
  • Just in time for the holidays, \u201cFor the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration\u201d at Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios adds a festive finale, featuring everyone\u2019s favorite snowman, Olaf, and celebratory songs of the season.<\/li>\n
  • At Disney Springs, guests visiting Town Center will experience a magical snowfall, bringing the spirit of the North Pole to Central Florida.
    \nEPCOT will celebrate the return of \u201cCandlelight Processional\u201d during EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays beginning Nov. 25, a beloved long-standing tradition of heartwarming holiday performances at America Gardens Theatre.<\/li>\n
  • This season, the Guardians will trade in their classic hits playlist for a mash-up of seasonal jams at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. Guests will blast off to the tune of an awesome holiday single, bringing joy to Xandar and Terra, too.<\/li>\n
  • Disney PhotoPass photographers can help guests enhance their Disney vacation photos with holiday-themed Magic Shots at all four Walt Disney World theme parks, a new Disney PhotoPass Lens and virtual backdrops at the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Savor Festive Seasonal Flavors<\/h2>\n

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    • Holiday Cookie Stroll will return to EPCOT this year, inviting guests to partake in a sweet scavenger hunt during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The festival will also herald mouthwatering menus of traditional and inspired adaptations of holiday dishes from around the world at special Holiday Kitchens.<\/li>\n
    • At Disney Springs, Jock Lindsey\u2019s Hangar Bar becomes Jock Lindsey\u2019s Holiday Bar and will feature yuletide touches alongside festive food and craft cocktails.<\/li>\n
    • Select dining locations throughout Walt Disney World will celebrate the season with tasty winter-inspired dishes. Make sure to look for future announcements on the Disney Parks Blog for all the delicious details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Immerse Yourself in Delightful Holiday D\u00e9cor<\/h2>\n

      The winter season will bring Christmastime cheer to every corner of Walt Disney World with whimsical d\u00e9cor that creates a nostalgic and joyous atmosphere. From twinkling trees and glittering ornaments to an abundance of tinsel and wreaths, the distinct personality of each Walt Disney World theme park shines brighter during the holidays. The merriment continues with the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth, where elaborately themed Christmas trees will draw inspiration from beloved characters, and at resorts across Walt Disney World, where guests will encounter artisan-made gingerbread creations displayed in select locations.<\/p>\n

      Search for the Perfect Yuletide Gift<\/h2>\n

      Looking for a thoughtful present for the Disney Parks fan in your life? During the season of giving, guests will encounter new dedicated holiday collections at select shopping locations across Walt Disney World, including Disney Springs. Check back here on the Disney Parks Blog and Disney Parks social channels as we will be sharing a first look at the new merchandise lines debuting later this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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