Sunset Seasons Greetings Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios:
Disney's Hollywood Studios will have a new way to celebrate the holidays this holiday season when a new experience begins at the park called, Sunset Seasons Greetings. Here are the details:
From Nov. 9 through Dec. 31, 2017, guests can enjoy Sunset Boulevard as it is transformed into an unforgettable sight each evening. The billboards lining the tops of buildings will move and tell their own stories about the season with some memorable characters, and even the Tower of Terror will transform and bring life to the characters’ stories.
The Disney character moments that guests can enjoy include:
- The “Toy Story” characters making guesses at which new toys are coming to join them this Christmas as the scene becomes enveloped in wrapping paper
- The Swedish Chef from The Muppets babbles as he does while turning the street into giant gingerbread houses
- Mickey and Minnie looking back at a hometown Christmas as the scene turns into a beautiful Norman Rockwell-style town, starting in black and white before slowly developing color
- Olaf dreaming of his holiday wish as the scene turns into a Frozen snowscape, with a beautiful Aurora Borealis and projected snowfall.
Holidays Around the World to Become Epcot International Festival of the Holidays:
Holidays Around the World at Epcot is transforming this year into a new name for the holiday event. It will now be called the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. It will begin November 19 and run through December 30, 2017. Here are some details on the renamed event:
An International Yuletide Extravaganza
Discover a festival like no other, featuring the joyous holiday traditions of our 11 World Showcase nations. Epcot® International Festival of the Holidays surrounds you in the wondrous sights, sounds and flavors of the season as celebrated by cultures near and far.
Come, delight in stirring live musical productions; savor seasonal food & beverage specialties at the expanded Holiday Kitchens; and take a festive global tour as costumed performers bring time-honored traditions to life throughout World Showcase!
Chip & Dale’s Christmas Tree Spree
Chip and Dale are collecting ornaments for their Christmas tree—and they need your help! To get started, simply purchase a map and sticker from select merchandise locations, including Pin Central, Disney Traders and World Traveler at International Gateway.
As you travel around World Showcase, be on the lookout for Chip and Dale as they gather ornaments from holiday decorations in each World Showcase pavilion. Once you spot them, add the corresponding ornament sticker to your map. Then, take your completed map to Disney Traders and exchange it for a festive surprise, courtesy of Chip and Dale!
Maps are $6.99 plus tax, and are available throughout Holidays Around the World at Epcot while supplies last. Valid theme park admission is required.
Holiday Kitchens:
Explore the tastes of the holidays around the world as each marketplace celebrates a different nation.
American Holiday Table -
From the tender roast turkey to the tasty pork tenderloin, memories of grandma’s kitchen will come flooding back when you visit this salute to the great flavors of America.
Feast of the Three Kings -
Dine like royalty as you enjoy scrumptious foods and delicious drinks from the Caribbean at this holiday kiosk inspired by the story of the Magi. While you nibble, learn about the celebration of Three Kings’ Day, El Día De Los Reyes Magos!
Holiday Sweets and Treats -
From decadent desserts to savory snacks and merry libations, you’ll be in full swing of the season at this festively-appointed holiday kiosk. Enjoy the view here at Showcase Plaza, meet up with friends or just take a moment to unwind.
Mexico -
Watch mariachi dancers celebrating a Feliz Navidad, while imbibing on the zippy spices of Mexican cuisine. The carnitas tacos and horchata margaritas will have you singing, “olé!”
Even more Holiday Kitchens will be announced in the coming weeks so stay tuned.
