food IS a theme park
The holiday season is in full swing at Disney World and we’re taking in all the sights, sounds, smells, and of course — snacks!
Main Street Train Station
The parks have been decorated with garland, wreaths, and trees, and even the Disney World hotels are getting in on the festivities. We already checked out the gorgeous gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian, but there’s another impressive gingerbread display at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, too. And, it’s officially open!
UPDATED January 28, 2025
Planning a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth during the most wonderful time of the year? Here’s what you need to know!
Toy Soldiers in the Once Upon a Christmastime Parade
Traveling to Disney World in December has a ton of perks! You’ll find festive decor, seasonal entertainment, and delicious holiday treats throughout all the parks! But, before you plan your trip, there are some important things you need to know. Here are all the essential deets about Disney World in December!
UPDATED December 17, 2024
Here’s all the info you need to make your November trip to Disney World magical!
Magic Kingdom
A Disney World vacation is a great way to make memories with your family that will last a lifetime! But, to set yourself up for success (and minimize meltdowns!) it’s important to know what you’re in for. Here’s what you need to know when planning a trip to Disney World in November!
Happy weekend! We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you! First, a few things to remember… .
There are lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here!
The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is ON for a few more weeks, and we’re covering it all! See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and ALL THE FOOD PHOTOS as well — here! And don’t forget to check out our Best of the Fest!
FULL Menus and lots of food photos are available for Disney World’s Festival of the Holidays!
Holiday Cupcakes at the Magic Kingdom
We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…
What’s this? What’s this? There’s cookies everywhere!
Gingerbread Castle
The Gingerbread Castle has arrived in all its sweet glory in Disney World! And, while we are appreciating the gingerbread artistry and hidden Mickeys, we’re also snacking on the treats being baked up next door!
It might still look and feel like summertime outside, but the holiday season is just around the corner at Walt Disney World, and it’s the MOST magical time of the year!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
In addition to special holiday events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the Epcot Festival of the Holidays, the holiday season at Disney World also includes Epcot’s Candlelight Processional, Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! at Hollywood Studios, and new holiday décor in Discovery Island at Animal Kingdom.
Holiday Decorations on Main Street, USA!
But did you know that even MORE holiday fun and experiences can be enjoyed at the Walt Disney World Resorts without ever going into a theme park? And that there are two special holiday-themed tours each year, too?
Today our good friends from Small World Vacations are sharing their tips for enjoying the holidays at the Disney World hotels and more!
Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week!
Holiday Peppermint Brownie
There’s just a little more than one week left for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the festival on our Epcot Food and Wine Festival pages! PLUS – check out our BEST OF THE FEST!
TOY STORY LAND IS OPEN at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!!! Click here to see ALL of our coverage!!
Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays starts this week and we have ALL the menus! Start planning what you’re going to eat before you go!
We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…
Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go.
It may be Halloween, but we saw a sure sign of Christmas today! The Contemporary Resort’s Gingerbread Castle in Disney World is going up!
Hello from the Contemporary
We can see the Castle, is in its “new” home for the second year in a row by the windows on the fourth floor. There it is — peeking out from between the Contemporary shops on the Grand Canyon Concourse!
You might not be ready yet to start humming Jingle Bells just yet, but the Holidays at Walt Disney World are on their way… and frankly, we love it! It’s the most wonderful time of the year to visit (even with the massive crowds!), and there are endless holiday-themed experiences to make your holidays even brighter!
Magic Kingdom Holiday Style
Disney World does the holidays right — from decor to events to merchandise and more!
And we don’t want you to miss out on any of the top draws. So let’s take a look our list of the 26 Must-do Disney Holiday Events — and Eats! — to celebrate this season at Walt Disney World! [Read more…]
The holiday season might be MONTHS away right now, but we’re so excited about what’s planned for this year at Disney World! The celebrations will feature a mix of returning favorites and some new experiences!
Santa Mickey Krispy Treat
There’s so much happening this fall at the theme parks, Disney Springs, and the Disney World Resort Hotels — let’s check it out! [Read more…]
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