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Holidays Around the World Question
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disneygirl76
Carey Poppins - Nanny and Disney Enthusiest
When you pick up your guide map for the day, you can also get a guide for the holiday events. We had no problem seeing each one. The schedule is provided in the guide of holiday events!! Have fun!!:xmas: (we'll be there from the 25th to the 30th!)
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BrittFranklin86
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There are holiday storytellers in each of the countries at Epcot:
Canada - Santa Claus
UK - Father Christmas
France - Pere Noel
Morocco - Taarji
Japan - Daruma Doll Seller
Germany - Nutcracker and storyteller
America - Meet and Greets with Santa Claus (Displays/presentations about Hanukkah and Kwanzaa inside the building)
Italy - La Befana
China - Monkey King
Norway - Julenissen
Mexico - The Three Kings
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Mystic
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If by the 24th you're referring to November 24th, then you might be a little disappointed as the actual events/activities for Holidays Around the World do not officially start until November 28th.
From disney.com
Holidays Around the World
Dates:
November 28, 2008 - December 30, 2008
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I'm actually headed in for 12/24-Christmas Eve! I've got reservations for the Candlelight Processional at 5pm - and got last year's schedule courtesy Clemson Tigger - Thanks! I'm posting below for others. Trying to figure out how to see all the ones I want without having to cross back and forth across the park. This is day one for me and don't want to be too tired to enjoy day two 
Any tips are appreciated!
Holiday Story Teller - Mexico
Enjoy the festive Christmas season in the true traditions of Mexico. You'll meet 3 charming young men from Mexico as they represent the 3 Kings during the classic Mexican celebration of Posada. They'll share with you customs and celebrations that begin nine days before Christmas and continue until the beginning of February!
Daily at 1:45, 2:35, 3:50, 4:45, 5:30, 6:10, 6:50 & 7:30pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Norway
If you've ever wondered how they celebrate Christmas in Norway, you must go and visit our storyteller Sigrid, a beautiful farm girl, who will give you all the details, and tell you of the mischievous Julenissen, or Christmas Gnome. Be forewarned though, Julenissen has been known to play a little trick or two on the storyteller herself. Julenissen's antics will delight and confound you. A true Norwegian Christmas experience.
Daily at 3:10, 3:50, 4:30, 5:10, 5:50, 6:35, 7:15 & 7:55pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - China
The most celebrated holiday in all of China is Chinese New Year! Watch our agile Monkey King weave his tall tale with twists and turns. Or, watch the Dragon Legend Acrobats bring their New Year's Lion to life.
Daily at 12:10, 12:45, 1:30, 2:15, 3:15, 4:00, 4:50 & 5:50pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Germany
Did you know that many of our modern day holiday customs originated in Germany? Come hear about the very first Christmas tree, the first Nutcracker, and the Christmas pickle. You can help decorate our tree or listen as our band plays some of your favorite Christmas carols.
Daily at 1:25, 2:20, 3:10, 3:55, 5:30, 6:05, 6:40 & 7:15pm
Holiday Story Teller - Italy
La Befana is Italy's good Christmas witch! She comes down the chimney of the little bambinos, or children, and leaves them treats. Come hear her sweet story of how the Epiphany is the day we love to celebrate in Italia.
Daily at 12:20, 1:05, 1:50, 3:10, 3:50, 4:25, 5:05 & 5:45pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Santa Greetings - America
Whisper your Christmas wishes in Santa's ear and take your picture sitting on his knee. Even Mrs. Claus will be on hand to help wth your wishes!
Daily at 1:20, 2:20, 3:30, 5:00, 6:05, 7:05 & 8:25pm
Length of greeting: 30 minutes
Hanukah Storyteller
Let the Hanukkah storyteller take you back, as you hear the story behind the rich Jewish traditions of Hanukkah. You'll hear about the miracle of the lamp that burned for eight days, and the story of the brave Maccabees, who defeated a mighty empire and won the right to worship in their own way.
Daily at 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:45 & 6:00pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Kwanzaa Storyteller
Come hear about the wonderful celebration of Kwanzaa. This truly unique African-American holiday commemorates not only the harvest, but also traditional African values and unity of the family. Our Storyteller brings to light the rich heritage this cultural and spiritual celebration represents and highlights the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Daily at 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:45 & 6:00pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Gingerbread House at The American Adventure
Don't miss the largest gingerbread house in the world, made of real gingerbread, cookies, candies and icing. Inside this confectionary masterpiece, Santa's little helpers will be selling cookies, hot chocolate and coffee.
Candlelight Processional
This year's performances of the beloved retelling of the Christmas story will be presented each evening at 5:00, 6:45 and 8:15p.m. The program features a live massed choir, a 50-piece orchestra, and a guest celebrity narrator.
Length of show: 55 minutes
Sign language interpreted: all performances
Holiday Story Teller - Japan
Happy New Year! It's time to sweep away the old, a time for fresh starts and thanking our family and friends for sharing the year with us! Meet our engaging Daruma vendor and hear the story of the Daruma doll.
Daily at 12:45, 1:25, 2:15, 3:05, 4:00, 4:35, 5:25 & 6:25pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Morocco
Do you hear the rhythm of the drum? In Morocco you will meet the Taarji, or drummer, who plays for many of the celebrations and festivals in Morocco. He will tell you of the Festival of Ashura, the celebration of the New Year, where the children who have behaved well get presents. And of course he will play the drum, sharing some of the traditional rhythms for the festival season.
Daily at 1:20, 2:00, 2:50, 3:40, 4:20, 5:20, 6:05 & 6:55pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - France
Père Noël awaits your visit as he unfolds the story of little Babbette and her wishes at Christmastime. You can share your wishes with Père Noël, too! Celebrate and enjoy the foods that make up le rèveillon, our Christmas Eve feast.
Daily at 11:55am, 12:30, 1:15, 2:05, 3:25, 4:15, 5:00 & 5:35pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - United Kingdom
Did you know that the custom of decorating with boughs of holly began in the United Kingdom? So did Christmas cards! Meet our jolly Father Christmas and hear his tales of Christmas past as you prepare for Christmas present.
Daily at 2:45, 3:55, 4:35, 5:25, 6:10, 6:45, 7:30 & 8:25pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Canada
Meet the friendly lumberjack Nowell, the Canadian storyteller, who tells of all the various and wonderful Christmas traditions across Canada. From the French influences of Quebec, to the mischievous Nalyuks known to the Inuit of Northern Canada, you'll be amazed at the many customs and traditions from around the world that have converged on Canada. And who knows, you just might run into the elusive Canadian Santa Claus himself. While you're listening, sip on hot cocoa, or a cold Canadian beer.
Daily at 11:15am, 12:00, 12:45, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 & 5:10pm
Length of show: 15 minutes year. Gives you an idea in any case.
Any tips are appreciated!Holiday Story Teller - Mexico
Enjoy the festive Christmas season in the true traditions of Mexico. You'll meet 3 charming young men from Mexico as they represent the 3 Kings during the classic Mexican celebration of Posada. They'll share with you customs and celebrations that begin nine days before Christmas and continue until the beginning of February!
Daily at 1:45, 2:35, 3:50, 4:45, 5:30, 6:10, 6:50 & 7:30pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Norway
If you've ever wondered how they celebrate Christmas in Norway, you must go and visit our storyteller Sigrid, a beautiful farm girl, who will give you all the details, and tell you of the mischievous Julenissen, or Christmas Gnome. Be forewarned though, Julenissen has been known to play a little trick or two on the storyteller herself. Julenissen's antics will delight and confound you. A true Norwegian Christmas experience.
Daily at 3:10, 3:50, 4:30, 5:10, 5:50, 6:35, 7:15 & 7:55pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - China
The most celebrated holiday in all of China is Chinese New Year! Watch our agile Monkey King weave his tall tale with twists and turns. Or, watch the Dragon Legend Acrobats bring their New Year's Lion to life.
Daily at 12:10, 12:45, 1:30, 2:15, 3:15, 4:00, 4:50 & 5:50pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Germany
Did you know that many of our modern day holiday customs originated in Germany? Come hear about the very first Christmas tree, the first Nutcracker, and the Christmas pickle. You can help decorate our tree or listen as our band plays some of your favorite Christmas carols.
Daily at 1:25, 2:20, 3:10, 3:55, 5:30, 6:05, 6:40 & 7:15pm
Holiday Story Teller - Italy
La Befana is Italy's good Christmas witch! She comes down the chimney of the little bambinos, or children, and leaves them treats. Come hear her sweet story of how the Epiphany is the day we love to celebrate in Italia.
Daily at 12:20, 1:05, 1:50, 3:10, 3:50, 4:25, 5:05 & 5:45pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Santa Greetings - America
Whisper your Christmas wishes in Santa's ear and take your picture sitting on his knee. Even Mrs. Claus will be on hand to help wth your wishes!
Daily at 1:20, 2:20, 3:30, 5:00, 6:05, 7:05 & 8:25pm
Length of greeting: 30 minutes
Hanukah Storyteller
Let the Hanukkah storyteller take you back, as you hear the story behind the rich Jewish traditions of Hanukkah. You'll hear about the miracle of the lamp that burned for eight days, and the story of the brave Maccabees, who defeated a mighty empire and won the right to worship in their own way.
Daily at 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:45 & 6:00pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Kwanzaa Storyteller
Come hear about the wonderful celebration of Kwanzaa. This truly unique African-American holiday commemorates not only the harvest, but also traditional African values and unity of the family. Our Storyteller brings to light the rich heritage this cultural and spiritual celebration represents and highlights the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Daily at 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15, 4:00, 4:45 & 6:00pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Gingerbread House at The American Adventure
Don't miss the largest gingerbread house in the world, made of real gingerbread, cookies, candies and icing. Inside this confectionary masterpiece, Santa's little helpers will be selling cookies, hot chocolate and coffee.
Candlelight Processional
This year's performances of the beloved retelling of the Christmas story will be presented each evening at 5:00, 6:45 and 8:15p.m. The program features a live massed choir, a 50-piece orchestra, and a guest celebrity narrator.
Length of show: 55 minutes
Sign language interpreted: all performances
Holiday Story Teller - Japan
Happy New Year! It's time to sweep away the old, a time for fresh starts and thanking our family and friends for sharing the year with us! Meet our engaging Daruma vendor and hear the story of the Daruma doll.
Daily at 12:45, 1:25, 2:15, 3:05, 4:00, 4:35, 5:25 & 6:25pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Morocco
Do you hear the rhythm of the drum? In Morocco you will meet the Taarji, or drummer, who plays for many of the celebrations and festivals in Morocco. He will tell you of the Festival of Ashura, the celebration of the New Year, where the children who have behaved well get presents. And of course he will play the drum, sharing some of the traditional rhythms for the festival season.
Daily at 1:20, 2:00, 2:50, 3:40, 4:20, 5:20, 6:05 & 6:55pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - France
Père Noël awaits your visit as he unfolds the story of little Babbette and her wishes at Christmastime. You can share your wishes with Père Noël, too! Celebrate and enjoy the foods that make up le rèveillon, our Christmas Eve feast.
Daily at 11:55am, 12:30, 1:15, 2:05, 3:25, 4:15, 5:00 & 5:35pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - United Kingdom
Did you know that the custom of decorating with boughs of holly began in the United Kingdom? So did Christmas cards! Meet our jolly Father Christmas and hear his tales of Christmas past as you prepare for Christmas present.
Daily at 2:45, 3:55, 4:35, 5:25, 6:10, 6:45, 7:30 & 8:25pm
Length of show: 15 minutes
Holiday Story Teller - Canada
Meet the friendly lumberjack Nowell, the Canadian storyteller, who tells of all the various and wonderful Christmas traditions across Canada. From the French influences of Quebec, to the mischievous Nalyuks known to the Inuit of Northern Canada, you'll be amazed at the many customs and traditions from around the world that have converged on Canada. And who knows, you just might run into the elusive Canadian Santa Claus himself. While you're listening, sip on hot cocoa, or a cold Canadian beer.
Daily at 11:15am, 12:00, 12:45, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 & 5:10pm
Length of show: 15 minutes year. Gives you an idea in any case.
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ClemsonTigger
Naturally Grumpy
I would add Norway...the story is very cute.
Also try to schedule time in for the tree lighting and to sit and watch the Lights of Winter (archway between FutureWorld and World Showcase). It's a little quaint compared to Osborne Lights...but nice in it's own right.
I've found that by planning the times, you can visit them as a casual pace. Do the "lesser" events during the day and leave some, possibly as a repeat for the night when they're a bit more magical.
Also try to schedule time to hear the Voices of Liberty in the American Adventure (at least for one set...and they do different music in different sets).
If that isn't enough, regular performance bands like Off Kilter mix in some holiday music (in their own style of course) in their sets.
Also try to schedule time in for the tree lighting and to sit and watch the Lights of Winter (archway between FutureWorld and World Showcase). It's a little quaint compared to Osborne Lights...but nice in it's own right.
I've found that by planning the times, you can visit them as a casual pace. Do the "lesser" events during the day and leave some, possibly as a repeat for the night when they're a bit more magical.
Also try to schedule time to hear the Voices of Liberty in the American Adventure (at least for one set...and they do different music in different sets).
If that isn't enough, regular performance bands like Off Kilter mix in some holiday music (in their own style of course) in their sets.
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disneytopdog
Active Member
I did not realize that their was this much stuff at Epcot alone. Is 5 days enough to do WDW at Christmas? I will be going the Sunday after Thanksgiving thru Friday. I am doing MVMCP & Candlelight Procession. Does Animal Kingdom do anything for Christmas or can I just do a half day there?
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ClemsonTigger
Naturally Grumpy
Is 5 days ever enough at the World?
But, to answer your question, you should get a very good taste. Studios holiday is just Osborne, (oh, and some holiday cheer by Mulch Sweat and Shears) so that can be part of one evening, you're doing VMCP, so that will cover MK +, Epcot does have a lot, large and small, probably plan to spend 2+ days there.
AK just has an overlay (Jingle Jungle) to it's parade....and Santa Goofy at camp MinnieMickey. There is some stuff at DTD, but I don't think you will be shortchanged if you miss it.
For a great Santa picture, consider his visit on the right side of American Adventure (with Mrs. Claus)
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