By Positively Osceola Entertainment Staff

As the most magical time of the year approaches, Central Florida’s own backyard destination — Walt Disney World — is preparing to sparkle brighter than ever, as the 2025 holiday season brings a dazzling lineup of Santa-ready charm, themed treats, twinkling décor, and festive experiences across all four theme parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs from November 14 through December 31, 2025.

Expect holiday cheer in:

  • Magic Kingdom

  • EPCOT

  • Disney’s Hollywood Studios

  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom

  • Disney Springs shopping & dining district

  • Resort hotels across the property

Magic Kingdom: Traditional Holiday Magic

In Magic Kingdom, guests will be greeted with Main Street, U.S.A. decked in garlands, wreaths, and twinkling lights — a picture-perfect backdrop for holiday photos.
A highlight this year is the Frozen Holiday Surprise, where Frozen characters Anna, Kristoff, and Elsa help transform Cinderella Castle into a shimmering crystallized palace.
Also returning is the beloved Jingle Cruise, featuring holiday-themed skipper jokes, festive queue decorations, and lighthearted yuletide fun for the whole family.

EPCOT: Holidays of the World & Culinary Delights

At EPCOT, the holiday season celebrates global traditions and gourmet flair. From November 28 to December 30, the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays returns, offering live musical performances like “JOYFUL! Celebration of the Season,” the moving Candlelight Processional, and holiday storytellers representing nations around the world.
Food lovers will rejoice in the returning Holiday Kitchens and the festive Holiday Cookie Stroll, featuring a new Coffee-Mocha Cookie made with buttercream, cocoa nibs, and chocolate-covered espresso beans.
Guests can also enjoy the serene, decorated Living with the Land attraction, where the greenhouse glows with seasonal lights and displays.

Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom: Theme-Park Holiday Flair

At Hollywood Studios, Sunset Seasons Greetings returns, transforming the Hollywood Tower Hotel into a series of holiday scenes — including a gingerbread Muppets version, snowy Arendelle, and a Dickens-style village inspired by “Mickey’s Christmas Carol.”
Guests will also see Woody, Jessie, and Buzz in festive attire throughout Toy Story Land.
At Animal Kingdom, the Merry Menagerie delights guests on Discovery Island with artisan-crafted puppets of arctic animals like penguins, foxes, and polar bears.
And the Tree of Life Awakenings – Holiday Edition brings the park’s iconic tree to life with animated projections and a wintry soundtrack every evening after dark.

Disney Springs & Resort Hotels: Shopping, Eats, and Cozy Villages

At Disney Springs, the holiday atmosphere includes the popular Christmas Tree Stroll, with themed trees inspired by Disney, Pixar, and Star Wars, plus nightly snowfall, live entertainment, and seasonal bites at Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar.
Across the resort hotels, elaborate gingerbread displays, oversized decorations, and special holiday treats provide perfect settings for cozy family outings and festive photos.

Santa’s Making a List & Checking It Twice

Santa Claus will greet guests throughout all four theme parks and at Disney Springs through December 24, creating memorable photo opportunities for families eager to share their holiday wishes.

Planning Tips for Central Florida Residents

Central Florida residents are in a perfect position to make the most of this seasonal celebration:

  • Visit mid-week for lighter crowds and more relaxed experiences.

  • Explore resort-hotel holiday displays — many are free to enjoy and make for great photo stops.

  • Make advance dining reservations for popular holiday-themed meals like Minnie’s Holiday Dine.

  • Use the My Disney Experience app to track show times, character meet-and-greets, and attraction overlays.

For both locals and visitors, the 2025 holiday offerings at Walt Disney World promise a full-spectrum celebration — immersive, photogenic, and filled with seasonal cheer. Whether you’re admiring Cinderella Castle’s icy glow, savoring cookies from around the world at EPCOT, or enjoying the snowfall at Disney Springs, the holidays are set to shine brighter than ever this year at Walt Disney World Resort.