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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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Cyber Monday Deals at DisneyStore.com

The Disney Store does everything it can to help make your holiday shopping Merry and Bright! Celebrating Cyber Monday is no different and there's Pixie Dust sprinkled on every order today so that you can save even more money buying the ones you love the things they want.

5 Fun Gifts for Star Wars Fans

It can be hard to locate just the right holiday gifts for the people in your life, but with such a huge character base to draw from every fan should find a little Disney something under their tree. If you're currently hunting for the perfect present to give your Star Wars fan, then MickeyFix.com has the lists that you don't want to go shopping without! In no particular order, these are my 5 favorite Star Wars Gifts to give to your aspiring Jedi or Sith Lord this holiday season.

DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012

The Disney Food Blog has done it again with a fabulous new eBook "DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012!" AJ Wolfe takes you by the hand and shows you the ins and outs of holiday shopping, dining and special events at Walt Disney World with 230 pages full of fantastic information, carefully selected to help you make the most of your winter holiday trip.

Epcot's American Gardens Theater

Across the promenade from the American Adventure on the shore of World Showcase Lagoon sits the America Gardens Theatre, an outdoor amphitheater and entertainment venue. The America Gardens Theater features a high-quality sound system and hosts concerts, singers, and bands from around the world. The intimate size of the venue affords every guest spacious seat with a great view to settle in for a show.

Disney's Hollywood Studios Streets of America

When the Disney Hollywood Studios first opened in 1989 (as Disney MGM), this part of the park was closed off and only accessible via the Backlot Tour. The buildings that make up The Streets of America look like they could be in any city across the country with people bustling to and fro, as they go about their daily business. If you listen you will even hear the sounds of a busy city life, and you think you've may have been transported. With the use of forced perspective, these city streets seem to go on for miles.

2012 Holiday Magic at Walt Disney World

A Walt Disney World Vacation is a great thing no matter what time of year it is, but when the holidays come around it's even more magical. This year the holiday season begins on November 9th with decorations and activities starting all across the property. Disney's released a few details about just a few of the wondrous treats they have in store for guests traveling at this time.

Disney Hollywood Studios High Octane Refreshments

Wondering where to stop for a cocktail at Disney Hollywood Studios? Why not take a break at High Octane Refreshments next to the Studio Catering Company.

Favorite Time of Year to Visit Walt Disney World

One would think that a Disney fan's favorite time to go to Disney Parks would be the most popular time of year, but that's just not so. The heat and crowds of the popular summer season can almost send even the most dedicated fan into a tither. Many families choose to travel only when their kids are out of school, and this makes for crowds of (sometimes first time) guests struggling to get to their rides in elbow to elbow masses.

Grand Floridian Resort & Spa's Magnificent Gingerbread House

One of Disney's most impressive holiday displays is the magnificent creation from the pastry chefs at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. 2011 will be the 13th year for the fantasy structure sitting in the Grand Floridian's Lobby, a life size gingerbread house.