HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD
Celebrate the holiday season with the characters, legends and lore from around the globe. Delight in wondrous tales and customs while experiencing the traditions of Walt Disney World® Resort. The signature events include a breathtaking Candlelight Processional and a special holiday-themed finale to the dazzling IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.
Event Dates: Nov. 23 - Dec. 30, 2012
Event Tickets: Admission to Epcot® required, but no other tickets are needed.
Event Dates: Nov. 23 - Dec. 30, 2012
Event Tickets: Admission to Epcot® required, but no other tickets are needed.
Entertainment Highlights (subject to change without notice):
Ongoing Holiday celebrations throughout the World Showcase featuring festive food, fun and entertainment from a variety of exciting cultures worldwide include:
Candlelight Processional:
(World Showcase, America Gardens Theatre) - 5 p.m., 6:45 p.m. & 8:15 p.m.
One of the most beloved holiday traditions at Epcot is the Candlelight Processional - a joyous retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a glorious mass choir.
I know Disney invites celebrities they have a relationship with who have excellent voices, and are gifted speakers, but it's just funny to think of them in their showbiz roles, and then think of the reading the Christmas story. Here's hoping that each of them will hear the message of hope and truth in the Christmas story.
Here is a sample of narrators for this year:
Nov. 23–25: Isabella Rossellini – (film/TV star and wildlife conversationalist)
This is the celebrity person that was on Ross's "list" on Friends.
Nov. 26–29: Neil Patrick Harris – (Emmy Award-winner, Broadway star and TV host)
Whatever else this guy does, he's still Doogie Howser to me.
Nov. 30–Dec. 1: Whoopi Goldberg – (television host, actress and comedian)
Dec. 11–13: Jodi Benson – (singer and actress)
Voice of the Little Mermaid. Imagine her singing the bit where she gives Ursula her voice, then she starts reading Luke 2.
Dec. 14–16: Olivia Newton John (singer and actress)
Have we confirmed there will be no terrycloth headband worn that night? All kidding aside, hearing the Christmas story in accents from all over the world, in Epcot, will certainly be moving. But, if we are looking for an Aussie, might I make a suggestion?
Dec. 20–22: Trace Adkins – (Award-Winning Country music artist)
Dec. 23–25: Gary Sinise – (actor and musician)
If we can't get Forrest Gump to read the Christmas story, Lt. Dan will work.
Dec. 29–30: Marlee Matlin (Academy Award-winning actor and TV star)
Might have to retract my earlier comment about Trace being my pick. Since Marlee is deaf, I imagine she will sign the story, and have it interpreted. That would be special.
Check back soon for more information!
Please note that narrators are subject to change without notice.
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth: A spectacular light and sound show every night at 9:30 p.m. at the World Showcase Lagoon featuring a very special holiday finale, which includes the classic song "Let There Be Peace On Earth" and the voice of Walter Cronkite offering a special holiday message.
Holiday Storytellers: Listen to legendary holiday folklore from around the world as told at the World Showcase by the legends themselves, including France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana and America's Santa Claus.
Epcot Holiday Merchandise: Stroll through the World Showcase and discover festive holiday gifts for the entire family! Visit Santa's Village in America Adventure or stop by France for a delicious gourmet treat. You may even catch a glass blower in Germany putting the finishing touches on a seasonal ornament!
Candlelight Dining Packages: Savor an extra special treat when you ring in the holiday season with a Candlelight Dining Package. Each package includes lunch or dinner at a select Epcot restaurant and reserved general seating at the America Gardens Theater during the Candlelight Processional. For more information or to make dining reservations, please call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).*
Check back soon for more information!
Please note that narrators are subject to change without notice.
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth: A spectacular light and sound show every night at 9:30 p.m. at the World Showcase Lagoon featuring a very special holiday finale, which includes the classic song "Let There Be Peace On Earth" and the voice of Walter Cronkite offering a special holiday message.
Holiday Storytellers: Listen to legendary holiday folklore from around the world as told at the World Showcase by the legends themselves, including France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana and America's Santa Claus.
Epcot Holiday Merchandise: Stroll through the World Showcase and discover festive holiday gifts for the entire family! Visit Santa's Village in America Adventure or stop by France for a delicious gourmet treat. You may even catch a glass blower in Germany putting the finishing touches on a seasonal ornament!
Candlelight Dining Packages: Savor an extra special treat when you ring in the holiday season with a Candlelight Dining Package. Each package includes lunch or dinner at a select Epcot restaurant and reserved general seating at the America Gardens Theater during the Candlelight Processional. For more information or to make dining reservations, please call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).*
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