The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, presented by AdventHealth, returns this year with one of the most beloved traditions of all – the Candlelight Processional. This holiday highlight combines a mass choir of cast members and community singers, the Voices of Liberty, a full 50-piece orchestra, and the story of Christmas told by celebrity narrators.
Celebrity Narrators Announced
This year’s lineup includes familiar faces and exciting new additions. From Hollywood stars to award-winning performers, each narrator will bring their own unique voice to the story of Christmas at the America Gardens Theatre.
Here is the full 2025 lineup:
- Nov. 28–29 – Constance Wu (NEW)
- Nov. 30–Dec. 2 – Jordan Fisher
- Dec. 3–4 – Jennifer Garner (NEW)
- Dec. 5–6 – Ashley Eckstein
- Dec. 7–8 – Ralph Macchio
- Dec. 9–10 – Leslie Uggams (NEW)
- Dec. 11–13 – Marlee Matlin
- Dec. 14–15 – Henry Winkler (NEW)
- Dec. 16–17 – Lauren Daigle (NEW)
- Dec. 18–19 – Gary Sinise
- Dec. 20–22 – Brendan Fraser
- Dec. 23–24 – Luis Fonsi
- Dec. 25–26 – Joel David Smallbone (NEW)
- Dec. 27–28 – Brie Larson (NEW)
- Dec. 29–30 – Sheryl Lee Ralph (NEW)
Performances take place nightly at 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m.
Dining Packages Return
Guests looking to guarantee their seat can book a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, which includes a meal at a participating EPCOT restaurant plus reserved seating for one of the shows. Packages will be available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with options ranging from entrées and desserts to full buffets.
Dining package bookings open on October 14.
A Holiday Tradition at EPCOT
The Candlelight Processional has long been a centerpiece of EPCOT’s holiday celebrations. Alongside global traditions, seasonal food booths, and festive entertainment throughout the park, the show captures the heart of the season in a way that keeps guests returning year after year.
Whether it’s your first time experiencing the magic or a tradition your family cherishes each season, the 2025 Candlelight Processional promises to be a highlight of the holidays at Walt Disney World.
Janine is a theme park and pop culture nerd from an early age. Since 1994, she’s been traversing the theme park world and has enjoyed all things from Halloween events to new ride releases and beyond. When she’s not at a theme park, she’s probably at a concert or doing something fun with her kiddo.