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Disney Holiday News Round-up: New Nighttime Holiday Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, New Sorcerer’s of the Magic Kingdom Card, and More

It's time for another Disney news round-up, and today is holiday-themed. The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights might be gone, but you'll have a chance to celebrate the holidays at Disney's Hollywood Studios with an all-new spectacular. Read on to find out more holiday news!

Walt Disney World Resort Announces Two New Holiday Events for Large Groups

Large gatherings of families, friends, or co-workers can choose from two new holiday events at the Walt Disney World Resort. These new events are available at the Contemporary Resort and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.

Parking Lot Changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Guests visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios might have noticed changes at the theme park's parking lots. Disney has reportedly been "adjusting" parking lot procedures recently to deal with the large crowds coming to the park for The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights.

Filming of the 2015 Disney Parks Unforgettable Christmas Celebration Completed

The filming of the 2015 Disney Parks Unforgettable Christmas Celebration was completed over the course of three days earlier this month at the Magic Kingdom. Stars on hand for the taping included Reba McEntire, Ariana Grande, and more.

Full List of Narrators Announced for this Year’s Candlelight Processional Performances

The holiday season is quickly approaching and Disney recently announced the full list of narrators for this year's Candlelight Processional performances at Epcot. The Candlelight Processional features a re-telling of the Christmas story with celebrity narrators, a choir, the Walt Disney World orchestra, and Christmas songs.

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Starts November 6 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, a favorite holiday tradition at Disney's Hollywood Studios, is returning to the park again this holiday season. The musical light display starts November 6 and runs through January 3.

Narrators Announced for 2015 Candlelight Processional at Epcot

The narrator list for the 2015 Candlelight Processional at Epcot has been announced. This year's list includes Whoopi Goldberg, Neil Patrick Harris, Edward James Olmos, and Amy Grant. The nightly performances begin Friday, November 27.

Candlelight Processional Dining Package Restaurants and Prices Announced for 2015

We might have just celebrated the official first day of summer, but it's never too early to start planning for your holiday visit to the Walt Disney World Resort. And to help you with your plans Disney has released the restaurants that are participating in this year's Candlelight Processional dining packages.

2015 Disney Vacation Club Merry Member Mixers Announced

As we head into the warm summer months it might seem a bit early to be thinking about the winter holiday season, but the Disney Vacation Club wants members to think about this year's Merry Member Mixers that are planned for the winter holiday season.

Festival of the Seasons at Downtown Disney Runs Through December 29

The countdown to Christmas is on and guests visiting the Downtown Disney Marketplace at Walt Disney World can get into the holiday spirit at the Festival of the Seasons which runs through December 29.

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Join the Skippers On A Jingle Jungle Cruise for Holiday Fun - VIDEO

The Jungle Cruise is one of Disney's most classic theme park attractions, and one of our Top 10 Disney Boat Rides. An adventurous trip deep into the jungle, the cruise travels down recreations of legendary rivers all guided by daring skippers with some delightfully punny jokes and stories.

Holidays Around the World at Epcot Features Unique Holiday Treats and Merchandise

Guests visiting Epcot during this holiday season can enjoy the Holidays Around the World throughout World Showcase. The special event includes festive foods and unique merchandise options.

The 2014 Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights [Video]

It started back in 1986 when a little girl named Breezy asked her Dad if they could string a few Christmas lights at their Little Rock, Arkansas home. That display grew and grew each year until 1995, when the display was shut down by court order. After national attention was brought to the case, the Walt Disney Company stepped in and offered up residential street on the Studios Backlot Tour where it was an instant hit. Eventually, as the focus of the Backlot Tour changed the holiday lights were moved to the Streets of America.

All-new Holiday Décor Coming to Downtown Disney Marketplace

The holiday season at the Downtown Disney Marketplace will be a bit merrier as all-new holiday decorations will be decking the halls of the outdoor shopping area.

It's a Magical Holiday With The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2014 e-Book

The holiday season has begun and it's the most wonderful time of the year. Disney decks the halls like no one else, but with huge crowds, high costs, and special events around every corner - a very merry trip to Walt Disney World can quickly turn the uninitiated into a grinch.

Win A Disney Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag from Mickey Fix!

Our friend Jen over at Mickey Fix is currently running an amazing give-away and I just had to let you know all about it. I bonded with this stylish Disney girl right away over our love for Disney purses and running now through November 14th, 2014 Mickey Fix is giving away a Disney Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag!

Pre-Packaged Holiday Treats at Walt Disney World

We've covered many delicious treats for on-site snacking all over Walt Disney World, but some of my favorite souvenirs to bring home for friends and family are the wide variety of pre-packaged and take-home treats and sweets. These delicious gifts become even more fun when the holidays come around and the packaging dons festive colors and a wintery theme.

Glow With The Show During The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Once again the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights is thrilling guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios with a winter light display beyond compare. This massive light display features millions of energy-efficient LED dancing lights, animated displays and amazing 3-D effects all perfectly synchronized to cheerful holiday tunes. The rich tradition takes place on the Streets of America, dazzling guests from Nov. 8, 2013 to Jan. 5, 2014.

Christmas Time at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

It's the most magical time of the year, and guests of the Walt Disney World Resort know where to find Christmas with a little extra sparkle. The Magic Kingdom is full of holiday cheer and merriment.

Epcot's Candlelight Processional is Pitch Perfect

Given the hundreds of musicians who pile onstage at Epcot's American Gardens Theater to help the guest narrator to bring the story of the first Christmas to life, it is amazing that there was not a single sour note during the performance.