As much as I love the joy and wonderment that goes on at our local Disney Parks, each and every year, the International Parks go above and beyond when it comes to celebrating the holidays! If you’re lucky enough to visit one of these parks, make sure to check out everything going on below!
At Disneyland Paris, guests can take part in new and returning entertainment, yummy snacks, and gorgeous decorations through Jan. 9. The“Disney Illuminations” show will be returning on Dec. 21 as well!
Mickey Mouse, The Fab Five, Disney Princesses, and Santa Claus will be featured in the brand-new “Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade!”
My favorite part is definitely the food, from dishes like stuffed turkey or Christmas Yule Log to Minnie’s Christmas tartlet and Olaf’choc’o’neige, my taste buds are already buzzing with jealousy at all who can enjoy these treats!
Over at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, guests can enjoy “A Disney Christmas” through Jan. 2.
A not miss is the “Holiday Wish-Come-True Tree Lighting Ceremony,” when the iconic Christmas tree will be illuminated and Main Street, U.S.A. will be covered with snow. Make sure to check out the Fantasy Gardens Wintertime Market, with selfie spots, decorations, snacks and drinks, and seasonal merchandise.
Duffy and Friends star in a brand-new holiday show, “A Holiday Gift of Cheer with Duffy and Friends,” with new winter outfits. Mickey Mouse and pals will appear for the “Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball” in front of the Castle of Magical Dreams for a show full of music, singing, and dancing. Santa Goofy has his own all-new stage show, “Santa Goofy’s Magical Snowfall.”
Marty’s General Store on Main Street, U.S.A. has transformed into a Christmas gift shop featuring a snowy bubble wand, advent calendar box sets, traditional ornaments, home décor, seasonal plush, festive clothing, headbands, and accessories.
Snacks at this park include a Christmas Mickey chicken pie, chocolate churros, Tokachi Red Bean Ice Cream, and donut lollipops! Make sure to grab a Golden Christmas Tree or Toy Story Blocks popcorn bucket available to fill with Christmas popcorn!
Shanghai Disney Resort transforms into a winter wonderland with special entertainment and décor through Jan. 3. Take part in selfie locations and ice sculptures all themed to “Frozen,” plus appearances from Santa Goofy and the Surprise Squad!
Don’t miss the Fab Five in the “Happy Holidays, Mickey!” and “Christmas Swing!” shows along Mickey Avenue each day. Every night, Enchanted Storybook Castle and the Gardens of Imagination will light up with the “Frozen Snow Celebration” and the “Mickey’s Magical Tree Lighting Ceremony.”
At Tokyo Disney Resort, there is a specially-themed greeting parade!
Last. but not least, are the seasonal menus, including Christmas wreath-shaped shepherd’s pie, chocolate-flavored churros, and much more! Select restaurants at Tokyo DisneySea will be serving up a unique “cheese”-themed meal as part of the “Seasonal Taste Selections” series, including specially designed desserts celebrating the flavors of the season.
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Emily Ann has always loved the theme parks, and is now so happy she gets to create content around them for ThrillGeek! She considers herself a huge theme park foodie, as well as finding unique items across the parks. Would die for HHN.