Candlelight Processional returns to EPCOT for the 2026 International Festival of the Holidays, and dining packages are now available to book. The festival runs from November 27 through December 30. A dining package pairs a meal at one of sixteen participating EPCOT restaurants with a guaranteed seat at the show.
Seating without a package is first come, first served and fills quickly on many nights, so these packages are worth a look. Below, we cover what each package includes, how booking works, pricing at every restaurant, and the full 2026 narrator schedule.
What a Candlelight Processional Dining Package Includes
At most participating restaurants, the package covers three things:
- One guaranteed seat per person at a same-day performance of Candlelight Processional
- An entree and dessert, or a full buffet at restaurants that serve one
- One nonalcoholic beverage, or one alcoholic beverage for guests 21 and older
Spice Road Table in the Morocco Pavilion handles the meal a little differently. Instead of an entree and dessert, guests receive two small plates, a shared tagine, and a shared dessert platter. The same beverage option applies.
After your meal, the restaurant hands you a seating badge. The badge shows the date and showtime you reserved, so keep it handy until you reach the theater. Package prices do not include tax or gratuity.
How Booking and Seating Work
Reservations are open now through the Walt Disney World website and the My Disney Experience app. A credit card guarantee is required at the time of booking. Disney notes that packages are subject to availability and may not be offered on every date, and it recommends booking as early as you can.
On the day of your show, package holders enter America Gardens Theatre through a separate queue from guests in general seating. Keep in mind that the reserved section itself is still first come, first served. Arriving early gives you a better chance at a clear view of the stage and the narrator.
You will also need valid theme park admission for EPCOT. Some dates may require a theme park reservation, so check your ticket or pass details before your visit.
Restaurant Pricing and Dining Plan Credits
Here is the full list of participating restaurants. Adult pricing applies to guests ages 10 and up, and child pricing applies to ages 3 to 9. Garden Grill Restaurant is the only location with separate pricing by meal period.
| Restaurant | Location | Adult (10+) | Child (3-9) | Disney Dining Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akershus Royal Banquet Hall | Norway Pavilion | $87 | $59 | 2 Table-Service Credits |
| Biergarten Restaurant | Germany Pavilion | $75 | $40 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Chefs de France | France Pavilion | $89 | $37 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Coral Reef Restaurant | The Seas | $82 | $34 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Garden Grill Restaurant | The Land Pavilion | $73 breakfast / $86 lunch or dinner | $46 breakfast / $55 lunch or dinner | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| La Crêperie de Paris | France Pavilion | $59 | $31 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| La Hacienda de San Angel | Mexico Pavilion | $86 | $37 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Le Cellier Steakhouse | Canada Pavilion | $109 | $44 | 2 Table-Service Credits |
| Nine Dragons Restaurant | China Pavilion | $70 | $30 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (same-day only) | American Adventure Pavilion | $43 | $26 | Not Eligible |
| Rose & Crown Dining Room | United Kingdom Pavilion | $68 | $31 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya | Japan Pavilion | $85 | $40 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Spice Road Table | Morocco Pavilion | $63 | $26 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Teppan Edo | Japan Pavilion | $89 | $40 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Tutto Italia Ristorante | Italy Pavilion | $85 | $36 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
| Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria | Italy Pavilion | $71 | $33 | 1 Table-Service Credit |
A few points stand out when comparing options. Le Cellier Steakhouse sits at the top of the price range at $109 per adult. It and Akershus Royal Banquet Hall are the only two restaurants that use two table-service credits on the Disney Dining Plan. If you want to keep costs down, La Crêperie de Paris starts at $59 per adult, followed by Spice Road Table at $63 and Rose & Crown Dining Room at $68. Families with young children will find child pricing of $26 at Spice Road Table and $30 at Nine Dragons Restaurant.
The Same-Day Option at Regal Eagle Smokehouse
Regal Eagle Smokehouse in the American Adventure Pavilion offers a walk-up alternative. No advance reservation is needed. Guests can dine at this counter-service location on the day of their visit and still receive a seat for an evening performance. Pricing is $43 for adults and $26 for children.
There are trade-offs. This option is not eligible for the Disney Dining Plan, and it is available only while supplies last. On nights featuring in-demand narrators, availability may be very limited or gone entirely. If your heart is set on a specific celebrity, booking a table-service package ahead of time is the safer plan.
The 2026 Narrator Schedule
Disney updated its narrator lineup on October 6. Benjamin Bratt and Josh Groban joined the schedule, and both will make their Candlelight Processional debut. They join Robin Roberts, Jason Kelce, and Lacey Chabert, bringing the total number of first-time narrators this year to five.
Auli’i Cravalho no longer appears on the schedule for November 27 and 28. Disney now lists those opening nights as to be announced. Narrator dates have changed in past years, so it is a good idea to check the schedule again before your visit if you are booking around a particular name.
Here is the current schedule, with debut narrators marked as NEW:
- November 27 and 28: To Be Announced
- November 29 to December 1: Gary Sinise
- December 2 and 3: Benjamin Bratt (NEW)
- December 4 and 5: Whoopi Goldberg
- December 6 and 7: Robin Roberts (NEW)
- December 8 and 9: Jason Kelce (NEW)
- December 10 to 12: Neil Patrick Harris
- December 13 and 14: Josh Groban (NEW)
- December 15 and 16: Lauren Daigle
- December 17 to 19: Ralph Macchio
- December 20 and 21: Henry Winkler
- December 22 and 23: Lacey Chabert (NEW)
- December 24 and 25: Jodi Benson
- December 26 and 27: Simu Liu
- December 28 to 30: Eva Longoria
Showtimes for 2026
Candlelight Processional takes place three times each night at America Gardens Theatre:
1st Performance
4:45 PM
2nd Performance
6:30 PM
3rd Performance
8:00 PM
These times are 15 minutes earlier than in 2025, a change that lines up with EPCOT’s 9:00pm closing time during the festival. When choosing a restaurant reservation, leave enough time to finish your meal, collect your seating badge, and walk to the theater before your showtime. An earlier dining slot paired with the 6:30pm or 8:00pm show can make the evening feel less rushed.
Final Thoughts
A Candlelight Processional Dining Package takes the guesswork out of one of EPCOT’s long-standing holiday traditions. You get a meal, a drink, and a reserved seat, all in one booking. With five debut narrators, earlier showtimes, and limited availability on many dates, now is a smart time to compare restaurants and lock in your plans. Pick your narrator night, choose a restaurant that fits your budget and appetite, and book soon so you can enjoy the music and storytelling without worrying about the line.
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.
