Candlelight Processional Narrators Coming to Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays 2024 – Neil Patrick Harris, Brendan Fraser, and Jodi Benson Among Others. It is the most wonderful time of the year when Disney Parks gives all the new details coming to Walt Disney World for the holidays. So far we know of new entertainment at Hollywood Studios, a themed Santa meet and greet at Animal Kingdom, and today we get more information regarding Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays.
Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays is such a joy to be a part of. Strolling through the pavilions on a cookie hunt, meeting Santa at the Odyssey pavilion, the food, the World Showcase Holiday Storytellers and so much more. Of course, the Festival of the Holidays is always capped off with the Candlelight Processional at America Showcase Theater retelling the story of Christmas with celebrity narrators.
Stick around all week as Disney continues to announce the foodie guides for the holidays, and more entertainment happening around Disney World for the 2024 holidays.
The holidays are all about cherished family traditions—and at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth, there are traditions new and old from all corners of the globe! Now’s the time to start planning merry moments for the season – check out the top three must-see holiday entertainment highlights of the festival, all included with your EPCOT ticket.
Around the World Stories
Stroll around World Showcase where seasonal legends and stories come alive with Holiday Storytellers. Meet the mischievous Barn Santa in the Norway pavilion for a great laugh or listen to the tale of La Befana in Italy, the kind-hearted witch who visits on the Eve of the Epiphany; take in the wonders of Lunar New Year with a Chinese Lion Dance viewing or discover the traditions of Hanukkah located between Morocco and France. Every culture has its special way of celebrating the holidays, and there’s no better place than EPCOT to experience the magic of it all!
Jam at JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season in an All-New Location
Experience the joy of Christmas in the uplifting Gospel, R&B, and holiday songs of JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season. Join the choir as they harmonize for the holidays in their new location at CommuniCore Plaza. This unique celebration happens only four times a day, so don’t miss your chance to catch a glimpse of the holiday cheer they bring.
Hear Tidings of Comfort and Joy with the Candlelight Processional
For many guests, the Candlelight Processional is a must-do tradition each year. The beloved show tells the story of Christmas through a stunning performance, featuring a celebrity narrator, a mass choir of Disney cast members and young singers from the community, a 50-piece orchestra, herald trumpets, and the incredible Voices of Liberty. Showtimes this year have adjusted to 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Celebrity Narrators Bring Merry & Bright Star Power
So, who will be the celebrity narrators bringing the story of Christmas to life in an unforgettable way during the Candlelight Processional? This year’s list of celebrity narrators is packed with all the stars to light up the America Gardens Theatre:
- 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
Candlelight Processional Dining Packages
The Candlelight Processional is a family favorite event for a reason. Why not elevate it with a delicious dining package that includes reserved seating, ensuring that you and your family won’t miss a moment of the holiday magic? You can choose from fifteen distinctive eateries, ranging from character dining at Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant in The Land pavilion to dining at Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada pavilion. The package includes options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with guaranteed seating for one of three Candlelight Processional shows. You can book your dining package starting October 29; for more information visit DisneyWorld.com.
Believe in the magic of the holidays with your family at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. The season of cheer is here!
