Disney Springs is joining in on the holiday festivities at Walt Disney World Resort this year with an incredible mix of entertainment, family fun, shopping and Christmas decor. Be sure to visit between November 11 through January 8, 2017 to celebrate the Holidays at Disney Springs. There will be time-honored traditions such as a tree lighting ceremony, carolers and even a holiday dance party. There will also be plenty of festive photo opportunities with sculptures throughout Disney Springs.
Santa’s Chalet
Santa and his helpers will be greeting Guests at their cottage across from Ghiradelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop from November 11 – December 24, 2016 from Noon to 10:00pm. Receive a pager from one of Santa’s Helpers when you check in at the podium. Return to the podium within 10 minutes of receiving a message in order to take your place in line to meet Santa.
Santa Goofy will be filling in for Santa from December 25 through December 30, 2016. Photos at Santa’s Chalet are included in Memory Maker.
Christmas Tree Trail
One of the most delightful way to celebrate the Holidays at Disney Springs is the Christmas Tree Trail. Follow the pathway near the play fountain outside Once Upon a Toy in the Marketplace where you’ll find a collections of 15 custom-decorated trees. Each tree has been themed after a popular Disney character or story. This year’s themes include Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Disney Villains, “Moana“, “Beauty and the Beast“, “The Little Mermaid“, “Cinderella“, “The Princess and the Frog“, “Alice in Wonderland“, “Frozen“, “The Jungle Book“, “Mulan“, “101 Dalmatians“, “Tangled“, “Mary Poppins“ and The Muppets.
Live Entertainment
Live entertainment, including toy soldier and snowflake stilt walkers, pop carolers, acapella groups and more will be performing November 11 through January 8, 2017 from 6:00pm until 10:00pm. A holiday-themed DJ dance party with games and activities will be available at the Once Upon a Toy fountain play area where a nightly tree lighting ceremony will also be held.
Songs and stories in honor of Hanukkah will take place at Waterview Park in The Landing, with evening performances from December 24 – January 1, 2017. There will also be special performances celebrating Kwanza on Waterside Stage in the Marketplace on December 26 and 27.
Shopping
Elaborate storefront window displays will greet guests as they shop for that special someone on their list. With more than 100 coveted brands you’re sure to find the perfect gift.
- For the Fashionista – American Threads, francesca’s, kate spade new york, Lilly Pulitzer, Lucky Brand, UNIQLO, Vince Camuto and Zara
- For the Dapper Man – The Art of Shaving, Chapel Hats, Lacoste, Johnston & Murphy, Set the Bar, Sosa Family Cigars, Trophy Room, Twenty Eight & Main and TUMI
- For the Kids and Kids at Heart – LittleMissMatched, Marketplace Fun Finds, Once Upon a Toy and The LEGO Store
- For the Mega Disney Fan – Disney’s Days of Christmas, Disney’s Pin Trader’s, Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories, Disney TAG, Tren-D and World of Disney
- For the Athlete – APEX by Sunglass Hut, Columbia Sportswear, FIT2RUN, Under Armour Brand House and World of Soccer
- For the Beauty Aficionado – Basin, L’Occitane en Provence, MAC Cosmetics, Origins, Savannah Bee Company and Sephora
- For the Artist and Collector – The Art of Disney, Arribas Brothers, Pop Gallery and WonderGround Gallery
- For the Jewelry Lover – ALEX AND ANI, Erwin Pearl, Pandora Jewelry, Pearl Factory, Something Silver and UNOde50
- For the Do-It-Yourself Decorator – Anthropologie, Disney Centerpiece, Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories and Sugarboo & Co.
Are you ready to celebrate the Holidays at Disney Springs?
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