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2016 Candlelight Processional at Epcot

cindy — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:00:19 +0000

For many years now we have take 4 days out of our busy December schedule to visit Walt Disney World. It used to be that the first weekend in December was one of the lowest attended times of the year, and we were spoiled. Now that is no longer the case This year we will be visiting later than usual due to work commitments. Our mini-vacation with be December 11-14. Since the focus of this trip is to celebrate Christmas we will be attending the Candlelight Processional on the 11th and seeing the new Jingle Bells, Jingle Bam show on the 13th. Also on the 13th we will venture to Disney Springs to check out the holiday happenings there.

Our favorite Disney Christmas activity is going to see the Candlelight Processional each year. This year 7th grade Cindy will be swooning as she sees Robby Benson aka Beast read the Christmas story! For us, the narrator is so important to making this show great. Over the past 20+ years we have seen some great and some not-so-great narrators. So far my top 5 Narrators have been: 1. James Earl Jones 2. Michael W. Smith 3. Trace Adkins 4. Sandy Patti 5. Phylicia Rashad. Unfortunately, none of them are narrating this year. From this year’s list of narrators I would recommend Steven Curtis Chapman, Neil Patrick Harris, Robby Benson, and Jodi Benson.

2016 Candlelight Processional Schedule

The Candlelight Processional shows take place 3 times a day: 5:00pm, 6:45pm, and 8:15pm in the American Gardens Theater in Epcot from November 25-December 30.

2016 Candlelight Processional Narrators: (narrators are subject to change)

Steven Curtis Chapman November 25 to 27, 2016
Neil Patrick Harris November 28 to December 1, 2016
Whoopi Goldberg December 2 to 3, 2016
Edward James Olmos December 4 to 6, 2016
Anthony Mackie December 7 to 9, 2016
Robby Benson December 10 to 12, 2016
Meredith Vieira December 13 to 15, 2016
Jim Caviezel December 16 to 18, 2016
Joe Morton December 19 to 21, 2016
Ming-Na Wen December 22 to 24, 2016
Jodi Benson December 25 to 27, 2016
Cal Ripken, Jr. December 28 to 30, 2016

Epcot admission is required to see the show. Seating is first come, first served so get in line at least 45 minutes before the show. If you would like a reserved seat you can purchase a Candlelight Dinner Package in advance through your travel agent or directly with Disney. Dining packages range from $39.00 to $76.50 per adult depending on the restaurant and time of day.

Have you attended the Candlelight Processional before? Who is your favorite narrator?

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2014

cindy — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 10:00:50 +0000

I know it isn’t even Halloween yet but you need to get your tickets now for Mickey’s very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World. The party at the Magic Kingdom kicks off in less than 3 weeks! We always attend the party in early November and it kicks off our Christmas season. You can’t attend the party and not get in the Christmas spirit with the lights, music and even the snow on Main Street, USA!

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party takes place from 7:00 PM to midnight, on November 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21 and 30; and December 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 19, 2014. Tickets start at $67 per person and can be purchased at DisneyWorld.com.

Photo courtesy of Disney

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Happenings

New for 2014

A FROZEN Holiday Wish Join Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf at 6:15pm at the Castle Stage. Get swept up in the spirit as Elsa uses her powers to create a sparkling, icy holiday Cinderella Castle.

Seasonal Favorites

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade
Celebrate the Season Show
Totally Tomorrowland Christmas Show
Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks spectacular
Snowfall on Main Street
Complimentary hot cocoa and cookies
Meet and Greet with your favorite characters dressed in their holiday finest

Have you ever been to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? What is your favorite part of this holiday event?

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Mouse House Memories: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2013

cindy — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 15:56:18 +0000

Last Friday night we attended the opening night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom. Beginning at 7 p.m. (after regular park hours), guests with special event tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party can enjoy all the holiday splendor with lively stage shows, spectacular fireworks, a unique holiday parade and favorite holiday traditions including complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, and snow flurries on Main Street, U.S.A. Guests can enjoy new experiences and attractions at New Fantasyland.

Our first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party was 19 years ago, so we are long-time fans of this holiday event. When we attend we focus on doing the things that are unique to the party more than riding the rides so our focus was on dancing at Club Tinsel with Chip and Dale, seeing “Celebrate the Magic” with the holiday tag, watching “Christmas Wishes” and the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade as well as the castle Dream Lights, the snow on Main Street and new this year, taking a ride on the Jingle Cruise.

This is a hard ticket special event after regular park hours; purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended. The party takes place 19 nights in November and December: Nov. 8, 11, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22 Dec. 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20. Tickets range from $62-$71 for this event depending on the night you choose to attend.

Have you ever attended Mickey’s very Merry Christmas Party? Are you attending this year? Leave me a comment and let’s talk about the party.

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