The 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays returns on Nov. 29, and Disney has announced the full list of narrators for this year's candlelight Processional and more!
The holidays are all about cherished family traditions—and at the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth, there are traditions new and old from all corners of the globe!
Now’s the time to start planning merry moments for the season – with Walt Disney World announcing the celebrity narrators for the Candlelight Processional, together with returning entertainment for the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, all included with your EPCOT ticket.
Hear Tidings of Comfort and Joy with the Candlelight Processional
For many guests, the Candlelight Processional is a must-do tradition each year. The beloved show tells the story of Christmas through a stunning performance, featuring a celebrity narrator, a mass choir of Disney cast members and young singers from the community, a 50-piece orchestra, herald trumpets, and the incredible Voices of Liberty.
Showtimes this year have adjusted to 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Celebrity Narrators Bring Merry & Bright Star Power
So, who will be the celebrity narrators bringing the story of Christmas to life in an unforgettable way during the Candlelight Processional?
This year’s list of celebrity narrators is packed with all the stars to light up the America Gardens Theatre:
11/29 – 11/30 Josh Gad
12/1 – 12/2 Nico Santos (NEW)
12/3-12/5 Chrissy Metz
12/6 – 12/7 Whoopi Goldberg
12/8 – 12/10 Tituss Burgess (NEW)
12/11 – 12/12 Brendan Fraser
12/13 – 12/14 Ralph Macchio (NEW)
12/15 – 12/16 Gary Sinise
12/17 – 12/18 Neil Patrick Harris
12/19 – 12/21 Pat Sajak
12/22 – 12/23 Gloria Estefan
12/24 – 12/26 Edward James Olmos
12/27 – 12/28 Sterling K Brown
12/29 – 12/30 Jodi Benson
Candlelight Processional Dining Packages
The Candlelight Processional is a family favorite event for a reason. Why not elevate it with a delicious dining package that includes reserved seating, ensuring that you and your family won’t miss a moment of the holiday magic?
You can choose from fifteen distinctive eateries, ranging from character dining at Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Harvest Feast at Garden Grill Restaurant in The Land pavilion to dining at Le Cellier Steakhouse in the Canada pavilion. The package includes options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with guaranteed seating for one of three Candlelight Processional shows.
You can book your dining package starting October 29, for more information visit DisneyWorld.com.
Around the World Stories
Stroll around World Showcase where seasonal legends and stories come alive with Holiday Storytellers.
Meet the mischievous Barn Santa in the Norway pavilion for a great laugh or listen to the tale of La Befana in Italy, the kind-hearted witch who visits on the Eve of the Epiphany; take in the wonders of Lunar New Year with a Chinese Lion Dance viewing or discover the traditions of Hanukkah located between Morocco and France.
Every culture has its special way of celebrating the holidays, and there’s no better place than EPCOT to experience the magic of it all!
Jam at JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season in an All-New Location
Experience the joy of Christmas in the uplifting Gospel, R&B, and holiday songs of JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season.
Join the choir as they harmonize for the holidays in their new location at CommuniCore Plaza. This unique celebration happens only four times a day, so don’t miss your chance to catch a glimpse of the holiday cheer they bring.
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