The holiday season at EPCOT just got a whole lot brighter! If you’re anything like me, you absolutely adore the Candlelight Processional. It’s truly a cornerstone of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, a tradition that brings so much warmth and festive spirit.
For its 55th year at Walt Disney World Resort and 32nd year at EPCOT, this incredible performance fills the America Gardens Theatre with magnificent music and a deeply moving retelling of the Christmas story. Every night, a massive 51-piece orchestra, the legendary Voices of Liberty, a celebrity narrator, and a choir of over 150 Disney cast members and community singers come together. It’s an experience that really sticks with you.
Each celebrity narrator brings their unique flair to the classic story, making every performance special. We have some familiar faces returning and exciting new ones joining the lineup this year. Here’s who you can look forward to seeing:
Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators
- Nov. 27 & 28 – Auli‘i Cravalho
- Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 – Gary Sinise
- Dec. 2 & 3 – To Be Announced
- Dec. 4 & 5 – Whoopi Goldberg
- Dec. 6 & 7 – Robin Roberts (NEW)
- Dec. 8 & 9 – Jason Kelce (NEW)
- Dec. 10 – 12 – Neil Patrick Harris
- Dec. 13 & 14 – To Be Announced
- Dec. 15 & 16 – Lauren Daigle
- Dec. 17 – 19 – Ralph Macchio
- Dec. 20 & 21 – Henry Winkler
- Dec. 22 & 23 – Lacey Chabert (NEW)
- Dec. 24 & 25 – Jodi Benson
- Dec. 26 & 27 – Simu Liu
- Dec. 28 – 30 – Eva Longoria
You have plenty of chances to catch this inspiring classic! Performances happen nightly at 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. EST at the America Gardens Theatre.
Guaranteed Seating? Consider a Dining Package!
Seats for the Candlelight Processional fill up incredibly fast – it’s a super popular show! If you want to make sure you have a spot for one of the three nightly performances and enjoy a delicious meal, I highly recommend booking a Candlelight Processional Dining Package. This is your best bet for a guaranteed seat.
These packages offer various options, from breakfast to dinner, at select EPCOT restaurants. You’ll definitely find something perfect to fit your holiday plans.
What’s Included in a Candlelight Processional Dining Package?
- Choose from breakfast, lunch, or dinner (options depend on the restaurant you pick)
- An entree and dessert, or a full buffet
- A non-alcoholic beverage (or an alcoholic beverage for guests 21 and older)
Once you finish your festive meal, you’ll receive a reserved seating badge for your chosen showtime. While your seat is guaranteed, I always suggest arriving a bit early. This helps you snag the best possible view within the reserved section!
Mark your calendars: you can book your Candlelight Processional Dining Package starting October 14. This includes your reserved seating and a meal at a participating EPCOT restaurant.
With its beautiful lineup of classic Christmas carols and beloved holiday favorites, all brought to life by a full orchestra and hundreds of harmonizing voices, the Candlelight Processional truly is the perfect way to soak in the season’s magic. It blends perfectly with all the global traditions and festive spirit found throughout the park.
