New Update for Disney World's Early Entry

Don't Miss This Final Disney World Character Interaction

This is your last chance to enjoy this unique character meet and greet location. Will you add this to your Walt Disney World touring plan?

Christmas at Disney World

4 Exciting New Changes for Mickey's Christmas Party
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Walt Disney World is always a magical place, but it seems even more magical at the holidays. From seeing Santa to favorite characters dressed for the holidays, and exciting entertainment, there are so many reasons to love Walt Disney World at Christmas.

Disney is bringing 2 brand new holiday shows to Disney's Hollywood Studios. The "Frozen Holiday Surprise" returns to delight guests at the Magic Kingdom.

Although Magic Kingdom is already gorgeously decorated for Christmas, the official start of the holiday season begins on November 8, 2025, at Walt Disney World.

Last Meet and Greet

Santa AK
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Last year, guests could meet Santa at the 75th Annual Dino Institute Holiday Party on the patio at Restaurantosaurus.

Santa will return to this location again this year, beginning November 14, 2025, through December 24, 2025.

As with many things at DinoLand, USA, this Animal Kingdom meet and greet location will soon become extinct. This will be the final year, Walt Disney World Guests can meet Santa for the Annual Dino Institute Holiday Party.

Where to Meet Santa at Disney World

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Starting November 8, 2025, Disney's Hollywood Studios guests can meet Santa inside Walt Disney Presents. This was the former location for the live-action Ariel meet and greet. See where you can now meet Ariel HERE.

At EPCOT, Santa Claus will greet Guests at CommuniCore Hall starting November 28 through December 24, 2025.

Guests at Magic Kingdom can meet Santa in the Gazebo behind the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe. At Disney Springs, guests can join a virtual queue to meet Santa. Check out these full details HERE.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!

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