As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, Disneyland Resort gears up for its highly anticipated Holiday Celebration starting November 15. For many, it’s a favorite season brimming with magical offerings and festive splendor. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your holiday visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.
Returning favorites will enchant guests once again, featuring iconic overlays like Haunted Mansion Holiday and “it’s a small world” Holiday. Seasonal entertainment such as A Christmas Fantasy Parade and the “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks are back, along with the Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. But the magic doesn’t stop there—new experiences are joining the lineup this year.
First, if you wish to avoid the heaviest holiday crowds, plan to visit early in the celebration. The post-Thanksgiving rush and school holiday breaks can lead to soaring attendance. Target the start of the festivities in November or the first two weeks of December while schools are still in session. For precise projections on crowd levels, check out our Disneyland crowd calendar.
Santa fans, take note! This year, Santa is moving from his traditional Critter Country locale to the Fantasyland Theater, a shift occasioned by the excitement surrounding the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Fantasyland Theater will offer more than just Santa photos; enjoy cookie decorating, crafts, storytelling, and live music. Meanwhile, Santa’s presence will also grace Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure and the three Disneyland Resort hotels.
Due to ongoing updates in the Haunted Mansion’s queue area and new retail shop, Haunted Mansion Holiday is offering access exclusively via Virtual Queue. Make sure to prepare ahead—distribution times occur twice daily. More information on securing your spot in the virtual queue can be found here.
New holiday experiences include “Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party” breakfast and brunch at Storytellers Cafe, with characters adorably clad in pajamas amidst festive decor. Additionally, Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail—a new scavenger hunt in Downtown Disney—promises fun as guests search for ornaments and redeem for a collectible keepsake.
At the Disney Festival of Holidays, streamline your foodie adventure by ordering at one marketplace and picking up at others, bypassing long order lines. This can be a real timesaver, especially if you’re working through a Sip and Savor Pass.
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