Lights of Winter not being displayed this year (2009)!?!

wdwmagic

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Just been sent this by a CM. This is an email some of the cast were sent with a description of this year's events - no mention of Lights of Winter.

November 27 - December 30, 2009

Celebrate the season as World Showcase comes alive with the diverse traditions of food, fun and entertainment from across the globe! Witness the special Grande Finale of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth presented only during Holidays Around the World. So come, immerse yourselves in the beauty and wonder of Holidays Around the World at Epcot!

Candlelight Processional
One of the most beloved holiday traditions at Epcot is the Candlelight Processional - a joyous retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a glorious mass choir. For narrators, times and additional details, click here.

Holiday Storytellers - (World Showcase)
Throughout the holidays, World Showcase comes alive with the legends and lore of the season. Come listen to the stories of France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana, and Santa Claus at The American Adventure. Please see the Times Guide for show times.

Epcot® Holiday Merchandise
Tis the season for Gift Giving. Don't forget friends and family as you stroll through World Showcase. Each pavilion is filled with unique gifts; there is something for everyone on your list whether you are looking for fragrances, chocolates or specialty dolls. Be sure to stop by Santa's Village in The American Adventure where you can get your favorite gifts from toys to stocking stuffers and all your Christmas tree trimmings. No matter where you go in Epcot® you will find the perfect holiday gift.
 
raven

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EPCOTPluto

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Now I am not sure what to think.

Yesterday in EPCOT, I did ask about LoW & was told it would happen this year.

However, I asked a CM, and we all know how that ranks with... :lookaroun
 
hpyhnt 1000

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wdwmagic said:
Just been sent this by a CM. This is an email some of the cast were sent with a description of this year's events - no mention of Lights of Winter.

November 27 - December 30, 2009

Celebrate the season as World Showcase comes alive with the diverse traditions of food, fun and entertainment from across the globe! Witness the special Grande Finale of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth presented only during Holidays Around the World. So come, immerse yourselves in the beauty and wonder of Holidays Around the World at Epcot!

Candlelight Processional
One of the most beloved holiday traditions at Epcot is the Candlelight Processional - a joyous retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a glorious mass choir. For narrators, times and additional details, click here.

Holiday Storytellers - (World Showcase)
Throughout the holidays, World Showcase comes alive with the legends and lore of the season. Come listen to the stories of France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana, and Santa Claus at The American Adventure. Please see the Times Guide for show times.

Epcot® Holiday Merchandise
Tis the season for Gift Giving. Don't forget friends and family as you stroll through World Showcase. Each pavilion is filled with unique gifts; there is something for everyone on your list whether you are looking for fragrances, chocolates or specialty dolls. Be sure to stop by Santa's Village in The American Adventure where you can get your favorite gifts from toys to stocking stuffers and all your Christmas tree trimmings. No matter where you go in Epcot® you will find the perfect holiday gift.
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Really? :dazzle: They have to put this as the third thing in their little CM press release for holiday events Epcot? Remember to go Christmas shopping while you're here? Oh my, this isn't boding well at all. :brick:
 
EPCOTPluto

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raven said:
WAIT!!! I remember on Friday night at our preshift they mentioned that Woodpecker Lane will be closed this week due to the Children's Miracle Network gulf event or something in the Wonders parking lot. THAT's probably why they aren't out there.
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Yes, yesterday we were sent to the Wonders parking lot among other cars.

I remember a sign for courtesy car pick up for the CMN Master's. :wave:
 
EPCOT Explorer

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wdwmagic said:
Just for reference. In 2007 the lights were in the parking lot ready for install on 15 Oct.
http://forums.wdwmagic.com/showthread.php?t=236540&highlight=lights+winter+parking
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I remember that...and it was a little later last year, too, right?

raven said:
WAIT!!! I remember on Friday night at our preshift they mentioned that Woodpecker Lane will be closed this week due to the Children's Miracle Network gulf event or something in the Wonders parking lot. THAT's probably why they aren't out there.
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Hmm. Seems like there's a ton of factors, that, FAWF, painting....but why are they not on the guides?!
 
EPCOTPluto

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hpyhnt 1000 said:
Really? :dazzle: They have to put this as the third thing in their little CM press release for holiday events Epcot? Remember to go Christmas shopping while you're here? Oh my, this isn't boding well at all. :brick:
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They seemed to really focus on Christmas merch yesterday as well. One Plaza shops in WS was stocked with all Xmas merch, down to the WS Holiday wallpapering. :dazzle:
 
Mr.EPCOT

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I just pulled up the Holidays Around the World Festival Guide on The Hub. There's absolutely no mention or imagery of the Lights of Winter.

Probably unrelated to the Lights, but also of note is that there is new entertainment in the form of a gospel/jazz group that will be performing on the Fountain of Nations stage.
 
raven

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Mr.EPCOT said:
I just pulled up the Holidays Around the World Festival Guide on The Hub. There's absolutely no mention or imagery of the Lights of Winter.

Probably unrelated to the Lights, but also of note is that there is new entertainment in the form of a gospel/jazz group that will be performing on the Fountain of Nations stage.
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I just looked as well. The gospel group is new and is unrelated to the Lights since they will be performing during the day.
 
wdwmagic

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Mr.EPCOT said:
I just pulled up the Holidays Around the World Festival Guide on The Hub. There's absolutely no mention or imagery of the Lights of Winter.

Probably unrelated to the Lights, but also of note is that there is new entertainment in the form of a gospel/jazz group that will be performing on the Fountain of Nations stage.
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Thanks for checking.
 
wdwmagic

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Mr.EPCOT said:
I just pulled up the Holidays Around the World Festival Guide on The Hub. There's absolutely no mention or imagery of the Lights of Winter.

Probably unrelated to the Lights, but also of note is that there is new entertainment in the form of a gospel/jazz group that will be performing on the Fountain of Nations stage.
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I think it's becomming pretty clear that the decision had been made to not show the lights this year. The question now, is whether that has recently been changed, and there are indeed going to show them.
 
EPCOTPluto

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Mr.EPCOT said:

Probably unrelated to the Lights, but also of note is that there is new entertainment in the form of a gospel/jazz group that will be performing on the Fountain of Nations stage.
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What chance is it that it would be the Harlem Gospel Choir that sang in DHS previously?

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BlueThorness

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LoW disappointment

When I was on the CP last year, the LoW gave me the most memorable WDW memory I've ever had. It absolutely breaks my heart that these may not be going on this year.
 

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