Walt Disney World, near Orlando, Florida, is a destination where enchantment meets the holiday spirit! As the magical season approaches, Walt Disney World emerges as a haven of joy, wonder, and festive cheer. In 2023, the most wonderful time of the year takes on a whole new level of enchantment at the Happiest Place on Earth. From dazzling light displays and heartwarming performances to beloved characters in their holiday finest, Walt Disney World is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking the ultimate holiday experience. Join us as we dive into the captivating holiday fun and must-see attractions that await you at Walt Disney World during the holidays in 2023. Get ready to unwrap the magic!
New Nighttime Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney is bringing nostalgic glitz and glam to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season with Disney Jollywood Nights – a new, separately ticketed event from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. on 10 select nights November 11-December 20, 2023. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM also returns to Hollywood Studios in 2023!
Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited-capacity holiday event. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, and Shades of Green can buy tickets starting June 29. Tickets may be purchased by all guests starting July 6. Ticket prices will range from $159 – $179 per person. Party dates are:
- November: 11,18, 20, 27, 29
- December: 4, 6,16,18, 20
What is included with Disney’s Jollywood Nights?
- a DJ spinning a mix of holiday tunes. Commissary Lane comes to life with a lively Latin Street Fair. Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy host a live holiday special at Theater of the Stars with some of their Disney friends. And… what’s this? Hyperion Theater will host a spirited sing-along – more details to come
- two limited-capacity entertainment experiences – a jazz lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby and an other-worldly soiree at The Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard.=
- Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! show with music, fireworks, special effects and dazzling state-of-the-art projections
- holiday-themed Magic Shots and two new Disney PhotoPass experiences throughout the night. Complimentary digital downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos captured during the event are included with the price of the ticket
- character meet and greets include Meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and the rest of the iconic gang in Animation Courtyard on a hot set with holiday props. Get into the spirit with fave throwback friends like Powerline Max and Phineas and Ferb at Echo Lake and strike a pose with Edna Mode and chill with one of her super friends at Pixar Place
- after-hours access to some favorite rides and coasters like Slinky Dog Dash, Rock N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and more
Other holiday festivities at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios will once again return the yuletide projection show on The Hollywood Tower Hotel during the 2023 holiday season. At Toy Story Land, you can once again spot Woody, Jessie and Buzz sporting their holiday best.
Experience the Holiday Magic at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
On 25 select nights, Nov. 9-Dec. 22, this separately ticketed event will welcome guests to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Magic Kingdom. Holiday magic is unwrapped with the return of festive favorites like the Christmas extravaganza stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration”, the sparkling spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” and the merry must-see “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” Guests can also look forward to enjoying some of their favorite classic and thrill attractions, including Tron Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, which will use a virtual queue* during the event.
Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and can be purchased online beginning July 6. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 29 on the Walt Disney World website. Ticket prices will range from $159-$199 per person. The party dates are:
- November 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30
- December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
New Show at Walt Disney World – Frozen Holiday Surprise
Guests will be able to join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and the Snowgies in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom for Frozen Holiday Surprise, a brand new Frozen-inspired entertainment experience that will illuminate the castle in a whole new way. This delightful new offering can be seen during regular park hours and during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Stay tuned to Disney Travel News for more details on this exciting holiday addition.
EPCOT Holiday Festivities
EPCOT will celebrate with the return of “Candlelight Processional” during EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays beginning Nov. 24-Dec. 30. Other guest-favorite traditions like spirited storytellers, joyful musical acts and performers, and Holiday Kitchens return to World Showcase this festive season.
Animal Kingdom Park Holiday Festivities
Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, there will be a Merry Menagerie of winter animals returning as skilled puppeteers delight guests with artisan-sculpted puppets. Dinsey’s Animal Kingdom Park also come alive at night with glowing holiday decor.
Disney Springs and Beyond
At Disney Springs, Guests can once again shop for their loved ones while enjoying the dazzling decor and the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll. Visitors who stop in Town Center won’t believe what they see – magical snowfall in Central Florida!
Guests can say hello to Santa Claus as he makes special appearances in all four parks, Disney Springs and even at a Disney Water Park, where you’ll find him dressed in his tropical holiday beachwear.
Special offers on Walt Disney World Resorts
This holiday, discover renovated resorts, cheerful decor, and festive decor like larger than life gingerbread displays at select Disney Resort hotel lobbies during the holiday season. Guests who stay inside the magic can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays this fall and wintry season. Disney+ subscribers can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays select nights this holiday season.
Planning Your Magical Disney Holiday Vacation
As a travel agent, it is my pleasure to guide you through the wondrous world of planning your unforgettable adventure at Walt Disney World in 2023. With a multitude of experiences, attractions, and magical moments to discover, the possibilities are endless. From securing the perfect accommodations to mapping out your personalized itinerary, I am here to assist you every step of the way. Whether it’s immersing yourself in the captivating holiday festivities, embarking on thrilling adventures, or indulging in delectable dining options, Walt Disney World offers something for everyone. Let’s work together to create a tailor-made experience that will leave you with cherished memories for a lifetime. Contact me today and let the enchantment of Walt Disney World in 2023 become a reality you’ll treasure forever.