Celebrate the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
The 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, presented by AdventHealth, brings a world of festive traditions—both new and old! From seasonal stories to musical performances, there are endless ways to celebrate this joyous season. Here are the top three must-see entertainment highlights, all included with your Walt Disney World Resort EPCOT ticket.
1. Around the World Stories
Visitors can explore EPCOT’s World Showcase, where the holidays come alive with festive storytellers. Guests can experience traditions from various cultures, including:
- Norway Pavilion: Laugh along with the mischievous Barn Santa.
- Italy Pavilion: Hear the tale of La Befana, a kind-hearted witch who visits children on the Eve of the Epiphany.
- China Pavilion: Watch a captivating Lion Dance for Lunar New Year.
- Hanukkah Stories: Learn about Hanukkah traditions between the Morocco and France pavilions.
Each culture’s unique holiday traditions are brought to life, offering guests a magical, global celebration.
2. Joyful Music at JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season
Celebrate the joy of Christmas with JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season, featuring an uplifting mix of Gospel, R&B, and holiday classics. This spirited performance has a new home at CommuniCore Plaza and happens four times daily, so be sure to catch one of these lively shows filled with holiday cheer.
3. The Candlelight Processional: A Beloved Tradition
The Candlelight Processional is a cherished event that narrates the Christmas story through music, featuring:
- A celebrity narrator
- A mass choir of Disney cast members and community singers
- A 50-piece orchestra and herald trumpets
- The renowned Voices of Liberty
Showtimes this year are set for 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m.
Star-Studded Narrators for the Candlelight Processional
Here’s the lineup of celebrity narrators for 2024:
- 11/29 – 11/30: Josh Gad
- 12/1 – 12/2: Nico Santos (NEW)
- 12/3 – 12/5: Chrissy Metz
- 12/6 – 12/7: Whoopi Goldberg
- 12/8 – 12/10: Tituss Burgess (NEW)
- 12/11 – 12/12: Brendan Fraser
- 12/13 – 12/14: Ralph Macchio (NEW)
- 12/15 – 12/16: Gary Sinise
- 12/17 – 12/18: Neil Patrick Harris
- 12/19 – 12/21: Pat Sajak
- 12/22 – 12/23: Gloria Estefan
- 12/24 – 12/26: Edward James Olmos
- 12/27 – 12/28: Sterling K. Brown
- 12/29 – 12/30: Jodi Benson
Enhance the Experience with Candlelight Processional Dining Packages
Elevate this family-favorite event with a dining package that includes reserved seating. Choose from 15 different dining options, such as:
- Character dining at Chip 'N' Dale's Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant
- A fine dining experience at Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada pavilion
Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner with reserved seating for one of the three daily shows. Reservations open on October 29.
Experience the wonder of the holidays at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays—a season of joy and family traditions from around the world.
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