The EPCOT Festival of the Holidays is a cherished event at Walt Disney World, and a highlight is the Candlelight Processional. This year, guests can look forward to a stellar lineup of celebrity narrators who will bring to life the story of Christmas through a vibrant performance. Here’s everything you need to know about this festive experience.
Celebrity Narrators for 2024
Each year, the Candlelight Processional features notable personalities who narrate the Christmas story. For 2024, the lineup is both diverse and exciting, with several new faces joining the festivities. The schedule for narrators includes:
- November 29-30: Josh Gad
- December 1-2: Nico Santos (New)
- December 3-5: Chrissy Metz
- December 6-7: Whoopi Goldberg
- December 8-10: Tituss Burgess (New)
- December 11-12: Brendan Fraser
- December 13-14: Ralph Macchio (New)
- December 15-16: Gary Sinise
- December 17-18: Neil Patrick Harris
- December 19-21: Pat Sajak
- December 22-23: Gloria Estefan
- December 24-26: Edward James Olmos
- December 27-28: Sterling K. Brown
- December 29-30: Jodi Benson
Showtimes and Performance Details
- Location: America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT
- Dates: November 29 to December 30, 2024
- Showtimes: 5:15 PM, 7:00 PM and 8:30 PM
The Candlelight Processional is a must-see event, with performances scheduled at 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m. each evening at the America Gardens Theatre. The show combines the talents of a celebrity narrator with a mass choir of Disney cast members, young singers, a 50-piece orchestra, and the Voices of Liberty, creating a magical retelling of the Christmas story.
Enhance Your Experience with Dining Packages
To make the most of this enchanting event, consider reserving a Candlelight Processional Dining Package. These packages include a meal at one of EPCOT’s fifteen distinctive restaurants, along with guaranteed seating for one of the shows. Options range from character dining experiences at Garden Grill Restaurant to the gourmet offerings at Le Cellier Steakhouse. Reservations for these packages open on October 29th and can be booked online.
| Dining Location |
|---|
| Biergarten Restaurant Germany Pavilion |
| Chefs de France France Pavilion |
| Coral Reef Restaurant The Living Seas |
| Garden Grill Restaurant The Land Pavilion |
| La Crêperie de Paris France Pavilion |
| La Hacienda de San Angel Mexico Pavilion |
| Le Cellier Steakhouse Canada Pavilion |
| Nine Dragons Restaurant China Pavilion |
| Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (same-day dining packages only) American Adventure Pavilion |
| Rose & Crown Dining Room United Kingdom Pavilion |
| Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya Japan Kingdom Pavilion |
| Spice Road Table Morocco Pavilion |
| Teppan Edo Japan Kingdom Pavilion |
| Tutto Italia Ristorante Italy Kingdom Pavilion |
| Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria Italy Kingdom Pavilion |
Due to the popularity of this event and the opportunity to see the big-named celebrities, some dates will likely sell out quickly.
Conclusion
The Candlelight Processional at EPCOT is a highlight of the holiday season, offering a blend of storytelling, music, and tradition. With an impressive roster of celebrity narrators and dining options that enhance the experience, this event is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays at Walt Disney World.
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Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
