Epcot Guests look up at Spaceship Earth, which is lit up with pink and white diagonal stripes

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth

Celebrate holidays around the world! Get wrapped up in festive sights, sounds and flavors of the season—November 27 through December 30, 2026.

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Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Singers in holiday-themed attire and an orchestra performing in the Candlelight Processional at Epcot

Hear the stirring story of Christmas with a celebrity narrator, massed choir, 50-piece orchestra and herald trumpets. Plus, enjoy a tasty meal and guaranteed seats at the show by booking a dining package.

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Meet Santa Claus at CommuniCore Hall

Visit with jolly old St. Nick for a special holiday photo.

Santa Claus sitting on a sofa with a young girl and her mother in front of a festive backdrop

Goofy at The Odyssey

Take a merry photo with Goofy donning his Santa Claus gear.

A family of 4 laughing with Goofy dressed in holiday attire in front of a festive backdrop

JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season

Witness a joyous tribute to Christmas and Kwanzaa—with Gospel, R&B and holiday songs.

Holiday Storytellers

Gather around as lively storytellers share legends and lore from around the world.

Barn Santa and Sigrid standing next to a Christmas tree in front of The Wandering Reindeer at Epcot

Holiday Kitchens

Enjoy treasured recipes from countries near and far as you taste your way around EPCOT.

Brisket Nosh with roasted root vegetables and dried fruit at L’Chaim Holiday Kitchen during Epcot International Festival of the Holidays

Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt

Go on a quest to find holiday traditions that Olaf has gathered—and lost—along the way!

Olaf riding a sled decorated with lanterns near the China pavilion in Epcot

Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses

Enjoy a peaceful cruise amid twinkling holiday light displays throughout the greenhouses.

A family in holiday attire viewing the Glimmering Greenhouses lighting effects from a tandem boat

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Groove to 3 different seasonal songs, shuffled to create a fresh experience for every ride.

Celebration Countdown Presented by CITIZEN

Visit the Gingerbread Spaceship Earth display as it dazzles with a song-and-light show!

Orange Bird Holiday Magic Shot
The iconic birdie bundles up in a cozy scarf and hat to spread holiday cheer—near the Christmas tree at the World Showcase entrance.
Groot Snowman Magic Shot
I am Groot (Snowman)! Capture a wintry shot with a snow-covered Groot near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Christmas Sweater Figment Magic Shot
Figment flies in wearing his coziest sweater to share a little imagination this season—located near Journey Into Imagination With Figment.
Chip ‘n’ Dale Holiday Magic Shot
Capture a photo with Chip ‘n’ Dale dressed for the holidays in World Nature, between CommuniCore Hall and Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana.
Bean Bunny Holiday Magic Shot
It's a very Bean holiday! Rejoice with Bean Bunny with a special photo at the America Pavilion.
Choose Your Cheer with Chip 'n' Dale
Snap a pic with Chip ‘n’ Dale as they celebrate Hanukkah, Navidad and Christmas in World Nature, between CommuniCore Hall and Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana.