EPCOT's Holiday Magic: A Festive Journey

EPCOT is all dressed up for the holidays, and it's a sight to see. From November 28 to December 30, the park is hosting its International Festival of the Holidays. The decorations are stunning, with lit candle flats, banners, and Christmas trees everywhere you look. To help you navigate the festivities, there's a festival passport available at the entrance. It's packed with info on all the fun stuff, like the festival kitchens, merchandise, and entertainment. One of the highlights is the Candlelight Processional, a nightly tradition featuring celebrity narrators like Constance Wu and Henry Winkler. They tell the story of Christmas accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a choir. If you want a guaranteed seat, you can snag a Candlelight Processional Dining Package. There's plenty of entertainment to enjoy, like "Joyful! A Celebration of the Season, " a vocal ensemble performing gospel, R&B, and holiday tunes. The Voices of Liberty are back as Dickens Carolers, and you can catch them in their festive costumes. Holiday Storytellers share traditions from around the world, and there's even a new puppet show in the Germany pavilion. Santa Claus is meeting guests in CommuniCore Hall, where you can also see the Gingerbread Spaceship Earth display. Over in The Odyssey, Santa Goofy is waiting to greet visitors. The Living with the Land ride has a holiday makeover, with decorations and lights in the greenhouses. And Figment is sporting his holiday sweater on Journey Into Imagination. If you're up for a scavenger hunt, Olaf's Holiday Tradition Expedition is back with new locations and prizes. There's also a Festive Fragrances garden presented by Scentsy, with different holiday scents to enjoy. Foodies will love the Holiday Kitchens, offering a variety of dishes from around the world. From gingerbread milkshakes to Reuben croquettes, there's something for everyone. And don't forget the Holiday Cookie Stroll, where you can sample cookies from different kitchens and collect stamps in your passport. The festival merchandise is inspired by Figment's Christmas sweater, with items like sweaters, ear headbands, and pins available for purchase. Whether you're looking for entertainment, food, or souvenirs, EPCOT's International Festival of the Holidays has it all.