Hold onto your holiday hats because Disney just dropped the full lineup for the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, and it’s going to be packed with all your favorite traditions and some fresh new faces!
The event, presented by AdventHealth, is shaping up to be one of the best holiday celebrations in recent years, so if you’re planning to hit EPCOT this winter, here’s everything you need to know.
The Star-Studded Candlelight Processional
One of the biggest draws of the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays has always been the Candlelight Processional, and this year’s lineup of celebrity narrators is looking better than ever. Josh Gad, Nico Santos, Whoopi Goldberg, and Brendan Fraser are just a few of the stars set to tell the Christmas story in this beloved tradition. With performances happening at 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m., you’ll have multiple chances to see your favorite celeb take the stage, backed by a massive choir, full orchestra, and those famous herald trumpets.
Here’s a taste of the full lineup:
- 11/29 – 11/30: Josh Gad
- 12/1 – 12/2: Nico Santos (NEW)
- 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)
- 12/27 – 12/28: Sterling K Brown
Whether it’s Josh Gad kicking off the festivities or Jodi Benson closing out the year, Disney fans are in for a star-studded treat. As always, dining packages are available if you want to guarantee a seat at the show, with bookings opening on October 29. Choose from character dining at Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast or a more luxurious dinner at Le Cellier Steakhouse to elevate your Candlelight Processional experience.
Holiday Storytellers Bring EPCOT to Life
If you’ve ever wandered through EPCOT during the holiday season, you know the World Showcase is the place to be for festive fun. Disney’s legendary Holiday Storytellers will once again be sharing the seasonal magic from all around the world.
You’ll meet Barn Santa in Norway, hear the tale of La Befana in Italy, and take in the thrilling Chinese Lion Dance for Lunar New Year in China. Each culture represented in the World Showcase adds its unique twist to the holidays, making it one of the most diverse celebrations you can find at Disney World. You can even learn about Hanukkah traditions between the Morocco and France pavilions, further deepening the global holiday experience.
JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season at CommuniCore Plaza
New this year, JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season is moving to CommuniCore Plaza, a fantastic new location for this high-energy show. Featuring a fusion of Gospel, R&B, and holiday classics, this choir puts on a performance you won’t want to miss. The show is only on four times daily, so be sure to check your schedule to make sure you catch this can’t-miss performance.
The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays never disappoints, and 2024 is shaping up to be one of its best years yet. Whether you’re into the storytelling, music, or celebrity sightings, there’s no shortage of magic this holiday season.
