Summary of the Article
– The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is returning to Walt Disney World® Resort from Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 2023.
– The celebrations will include immersive experiences showcasing different global holidays, international cuisine, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
– A significant highlight is the return of the Candlelight Processional, where celebrity narrators retell the Christmas story every night at America Gardens Theatre.
– The list of celebrity narrators includes new and returning talents such as Chrissy Metz, Luis Fonsi, Ann-Margret, John Stamos, Neil Patrick Harris, Marlee Matlin, and more.
– Apart from the Processional, Santa Claus will be present at the Odyssey Pavilion to spread holiday cheer from Nov. 24-Dec. 24.
– Guests can participate in Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt, a quest that leads them to discover various holiday traditions in every pavilion.
– The festival features over fifteen Holiday Kitchens preparing festive treats from around the world, including a Holiday Cookie Stroll for the sweet tooths.
– Festival merchandise items are available for guests looking to complete their holiday shopping lists.
– The festival also coincides with the Disney100 Celebration, so guests can experience celebratory dishes and drinks at four Holiday Kitchens: Char & Chop, Wine & Wedge, Bubbles & Brine, and Swirled Showcase.
The Realists Take
It looks like Disney’s EPCOT is all set to jingle all the way this holiday season, making it more crowded than your hometown mall on a Black Friday. This winter wonderland is crammed with everything from celebrity narrators (who knew John Stamos had a side gig?), to Santa Claus in the flesh, and even a treasure hunt designed by a lovable snowman. And just when you thought that the festival couldn’t get more sugar-coated, there’s a Holiday Cookie Stroll that could make even the Grinch’s heart grow three sizes. Plus, no Disney event is complete without the chance to empty your wallet on the festival merchandise. So, put on your stretchy pants friends, it’s time to stuff ourselves with turkey, cookies, and a healthy dose of holiday cheer. Who needs a shark tank when you’ve got a mouse house with platinum-attired Mickey greeting you!
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