3 New Surprises at EPCOT's Festival of the Holidays 2026

Disney just surprised us in the best way possible! See these three new reasons why we are racing to book our next Walt Disney World vacation.

Candlelight Processional

For many guests, the Candlelight Processional is a must-do tradition each year. This wonderful show tells the story of Christmas. 

It features a celebrity narrator, a mass choir of Disney cast members and young singers from the community, a 50-piece orchestra, herald trumpets, and the incredible Voices of Liberty.

Returning for its 55th year, this program is not to be missed! It's included with the price of your EPCOT theme park admission, but for popular narrators, you'll need to get there early or consider a dining package.

Celebrities Coming to EPCOT

Check out this year's list of celebrity narrators:

• Nov. 27 & 28 - Auli'i Cravalho 
• Nov. 29 - Dec. 1 - Gary Sinise 
• Dec. 2 & 3 - To Be Announced 
• Dec. 4 & 5 - Whoopi Goldberg 
• Dec. 6 & 7 - Robin Roberts (NEW) 
• Dec. 8 & 9 - Jason Kelce (NEW) 
• Dec. 10 - 12 - Neil Patrick Harris 
• Dec. 13 & 14 - To Be Announced 
• Dec. 15 & 16 - Lauren Daigle 
• Dec. 17 - 19 - Ralph Macchio 
• Dec. 20 & 21 - Henry Winkler 
• Dec. 22 & 23 - Lacey Chabert (NEW) 
• Dec. 24 & 25 - Jodi Benson 
• Dec. 26 & 27 - Simu Liu 
• Dec. 28 - 30 - Eva Longoria

There is a change in showtimes this year: 4:45 pm (compared to the previous 5:00 pm), 6:30 (previous 6:45 pm), and 8:00 pm (previously 8:15 pm) at the  America Gardens Theater.

This news brings 3 great surprises to EPCOT's International Festival of the Holidays. Hallmark fans are ecstatic to see Lacey Chabert join the list of celebrity narrators. Also new this year are Jason Kelce and Robin Roberts.

Candelight Processional Dining Packages

One of the easiest ways to enjoy great seating for the Candlelight Processional is by booking a Candlelight Processional Dining Package.

Candlelight Processional Dining Packages are available to book starting October 14, 2026.

Disney warns, "After enjoying your festive meal, you'll receive a reserved seating badge for your reserved package showtime. While your seat is guaranteed, we still recommend arriving early for the best possible view within the reserved section."

Which Candlight Processional narrator are you most excited about? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.

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!