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From perfect Christmas photo ops to fun, festive eats, there is so much to see and do at the Disney parks during Christmas. But above all, you have to be patient, and plan accordingly. If there’s a ride you have to do, make a plan for it. And then follow these tips.
It’s literally the busiest day of the year in the parks, so please be patient. Know that you’ll wait in line, that there will be lots of crowds, and that you might get overwhelmed.
From dance parties to fireworks and parades, the extra ticket for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is so worth it, but you’ll need to pick them up quickly. It goes through Dec. 22.
If you’re at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, make sure to snag a good spot with a hot chocolate for the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade. It’s full of your favorite characters in their most festive garb.
There are different celebrity narrators throughout the season for the Epcot Candlelight Processional during the International Festival of the Holidays, and it’s such a sweet event recounting the story of Christmas, starting in Bethlehem.
Stick around in Epcot to do the Holiday Cookie Stroll through the World Showcase during the International Festival of the Holidays. Try five cookies, get your stamps in your festival passport, and turn them in for another treat.
You don’t want to get stuck inside a restaurant while everyone’s out there getting in line for the rides. Go straight to your favorite rides first, and then go have brunch when the crowds are getting wild. Don’t forget your reservations.