Walt Disney World is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays with exciting announcements for the 2024 festive season. The return of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios promises magical evenings filled with seasonal decorations, live entertainment, and a new dazzling skating spectacular from November 9 through December 21. Magic Kingdom Park will host Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, featuring Mickey and friends in a joyful parade, spectacular fireworks, and delightful holiday treats on select nights from November 8 until December 20.
EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays
Meanwhile, EPCOT will delight guests with the International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth. From November 29 through December 30, visitors can explore global holiday traditions, savor seasonal flavors from around the world, and enjoy heartwarming performances.
Across the country, Disneyland Resort will kick off its holiday season on November 15, bringing back beloved traditions like the Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure park. Special overlays on attractions, seasonal spectaculars, and dazzling wintry décor will enhance the festive atmosphere. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will debut charming new holiday outfits, featuring striped stockings, detailed embroidery, and festive postal trims, reminiscent of the tradition of writing heartfelt letters during the holiday season.
Festive Merchandise and Cruises
Holiday merchandise enthusiasts can look forward to the 2024 Disney holiday collection, including new apparel, plushies, and more starting in early September. Items like the Hanukkah Mug, festive Mickey ears, and spirit jerseys are sure to get fans into the holiday spirit.
For those seeking a maritime holiday adventure, Very Merrytime Cruises aboard Disney Cruise Line will offer a festive experience. Guests can gather for a tree-lighting ceremony, dance to carols, and enjoy magical snow showers at sea. Disney characters will don their holiday finest, and the ship will be decked out with seasonal décor. Very Merrytime activities, commemorative merchandise, and holiday-themed treats will be available for the whole family to enjoy.
Global Disney Celebrations
Hong Kong Disneyland will celebrate “A Disney Christmas” from mid-November through January 1, 2025. New festivities include an Arendelle-style holiday celebration with Queens Anna and Elsa, and guests can enjoy returning favorites such as “Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball” and “A Holiday Wish-Come-True” Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Disneyland Paris will transform into a winter wonderland from November 9, 2024, through January 6, 2025. Visitors can experience “Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade,” “Let’s sing Christmas!,” and magical tree lighting and snowfall on Main Street U.S.A. Encounters with Santa and beloved characters, along with French comfort food at Christmas food markets, will make Disney Enchanted Christmas a must-see event.
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will host a special “Disney Christmas” event from November 8 through December 25, 2024, offering unique Disney-styled holiday celebrations.
Seasonal Music and RunDisney
To get into the holiday spirit, Disney fans can listen to the Disney Holiday playlist from Walt Disney Records, featuring songs from beloved Disney characters, Disney Channel Stars, and The Muppets. Collectors can find limited edition holiday vinyl records, like The Nightmare Before Christmas Zoetrope vinyl and the Frozen Zoetrope vinyl, at Disney Music Emporium.
Runners can participate in the 2024 runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas, featuring a series of 4K races. This festive event is perfect for a holly jolly jog with friends and family, complete with unique finisher medals.
Lastly, for a tasty holiday treat, Wetzel’s Pretzels in Downtown Disney District will offer Frozen Hot Chocolate and Peppermint Frozen Hot Chocolate drinks from June 24 to June 26. These drinks feature rich, smooth Ghirardelli hot cocoa granita topped with a snowy layer of soft whip, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit.
With these exciting events and offerings, Disney fans around the world can look forward to a magical and festive 2024 holiday season.