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Walt Disney World has made the December holidays a Special Celebration throughout the parks and hotels. This is grand time to visit WDW and get in the HOLIDAY Spirit!

Each of the main theme parks and all the resorts have their own special way of decorating and celebrating the Holidays.

EPCOT HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD

Epcot hosts an international showcase of holiday traditions including The Lights of Winter, a daily Tree Lighting ceremony with Mickey at 6:00 p.m. at the World Showcase Plaza Tree Stage, and themed storytellers (November 23 - December 30) around World Showcase. Not only can guests meet Santa Claus in the American Adventure showcase, but they also have the opportunity to hear storytellers detail the adventures of Père Noël in France, La Befana in Italy and other legends from around the world. Kwanzaa and Hanukkah observances are also featured.

The Candlelight Processional (November 23 - December 30) features a celebrity narrator accompanied by a huge live choir and a 50-piece orchestra.

And as an extra festive bonus, "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth," the nighttime spectacular featuring fireworks, water and lasers, will have a touch of holiday magic added to its finale.

OSBORNE FAMILY SPECTACLE OF LIGHTS

THE OSBORNE LIGHTS DISPLAY RETURNS FOR THE

2007 HOLIDAY SEASON:

November 12, 2007 -January 6, 2008

Read more about the Osborne Lights HERE

The "Hollywood Holly-Day Parade," a festival of favorite Disney characters dressed in their dazzling holiday best, jingles down Hollywood Boulevard this holiday season as well.

IN 2007! From the heart of Harlem, the world-famous Harlem Gospel Choir brings some soulful spirit to Disney-MGM Studios this holiday season with performances November 30-December 25. The inspirational choir presents the finest singers and musicians from Harlems Black Churches with songs of joy and peace. The 12-member group will perform at Theater of the Stars at Disney-MGM Studios at 5, 6 and 7:30 p.m. nightly.

MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY

A special ticket is required! It's pure magic at Disney's Magic Kingdom featuring a nighttime holiday parade, flurry of snow and seasonal entertainment. Highlights of the include: greetings by Santa Goofy on Main Street, U.S.A.; two showings of “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parade”; a special edition of “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks; holiday cookies and cocoa; a souvenir family photo and button; strolling carolers; and two holiday stage shows featuring many of the favorite Disney characters. And it’s even been known to “snow” on Main Street, U.S.A.!

In addition to all the festive fun, guests to "Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party" are able to enjoy unlimited use of the most popular Magic Kingdom attractions.

For tickets or more information about “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party,” guests may call 407-W-DISNEY.

As part of "Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party," the Liberty Tree Tavern and Tony's Town Square restaurants will offer holiday meals. For more information about the dining experience, call 407-WDW-DINE.

2007 DATES:

November 12, 15, 16, 25, 27, 29, 30
December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 2007

TICKETS ON SALE MAY 1!

Prices:
Gate Price (including taxes):

Adult (age 10+) $51.07
Child (age 3-9) $43.62

Gate Pricing subject to availability, many nights will sell out in advance.

Advance Purchase Savings Price for select nights only (including taxes):
Adult (age 10+) $43.62
Child (age 3-9) $36.16
(Discounted tickets must be purchased at least 1 day prior to event.)
Advance ticket savings of $7 per ticket are available for all nights except:
11/16, 11/30, 12/6, 12/7, 12/13, 12/14, 12/16, 12/20, 12/21

DVC or Passholder Advance Purchase Savings Price for select nights only (including taxes):
Adult (age 10+) $40.42
Child (age 3-9) $32.97

Passholders can purchase for themselves and up to 3 Guests
DVC Members can purchase for themselves and up to 5 Guests
Specially priced tickets must be purchased in ADVANCE and are not
available on-site or on the day of the event. All Passholder tickets and
DVC Tickets must be picked up at Will Call to validate discount.
Discounted dates include: 11/15, 11/27, 12/11, and 12/18.

Children under 3 are admitted free.

DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM

Disney's Animal Kingdom welcomes the holiday season with "Mickey's Jingle Jungle Parade." The parade blends the spirit of Disney's Animal Kingdom with the spirit of the holidays. Included in regular park admission, the holiday parade kicks off November 12 at 3:45 p.m. and continues daily through January 6, 2008 (dates subject to change).

Gathered around a towering 65-foot Christmas tree at the park's entrance, carolers will greet you with renditions of favorite seasonal classics.

At Camp Minnie-Mickey, you can meet Santa Goofy and other Disney characters dressed in their holiday garb at Santa Goofy's Holiday Village featuring festively dressed holiday trees, live entertainers and photo opportunities. The songs of the season resonate as carolers round out the scene.

Fine holiday decor dresses up DinoLand U.S.A., and Donald Duck lends a hand to create a special holiday version of Donald's Breakfastosaurus, the daily character breakfast presented at Restaurantosaurus. For more information or priority seating, call 407/WDW-DINE.

DOWNTOWN DISNEY

Festival of the Seasons at Downtown Disney -- With unique gift opportunities of every kind, is a favorite spot for holiday shoppers who are treated to holiday-themed display windows, colorful light displays and photo opportunities with Santa Claus himself. World of Disney, located in Downtown Disney Marketplace, recently unveiled new interactive elements for young pirates and princesses as part of the store's shopping experience. Other popular Downtown Disney stores include Once Upon a Toy, Team Mickey sports shop, Virgin Megastore, LEGO Imagination Center and Disney's Days of Christmas holiday shop.

PLEASURE ISLAND-WIDE NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION!
December 31, 2007

Throughout the final evening of the year, Downtown Disney Pleasure Island will be transformed into one big, high-energy street party for partygoers 21 and older: six-hours of fun overflowing with live music, dancing, a sampling of gourmet delights, a champagne toast, plus spectacular fireworks.

The party will take place from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. and will include a countdown to 2008 and a special fireworks celebration only Disney can deliver. Each guest on New Year's Eve will welcome 2008 with festive hats and noisemakers, plus a delectable dinner buffet and a midnight champagne toast -- all part of the admission price.

Admission to this special-ticket New Year's Eve party is $99 plus tax and includes entry to all seven themed nightclubs at Pleasure Island. Annual passholders can purchase up to two tickets at $89 each plus tax. For more information or to order advance tickets, call 407-W-DISNEY.

LA NOUBA NEW YEAR'S EVE!

Cirque du Soleil will present a special edition of La Nouba on New Year's Eve with two presentations of the theatrical production, at 6 and 9 p.m. A champagne toast celebration, souvenir program, glow sticks and gift are included in the special ticket price. Tickets are from $67 to $139, plus tax, depending on category.

Tickets can be purchased through the Disney Reservation Center, the Cirque du Soleil box office, or Ticketmaster. For more information: www.cirquedusoleil.com

2007 AT THE RESORTS

Be sure to check with your resort for specific times and activities.

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