Smile as you witness Minnie hit the red carpet as she setsoff to make herHollywood dreams come to life. Minnie looks dazzling in her star-debut attire and performs a show-stopping dance routine. See Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight Be sure to mark your calendars for Festival of the Holidays, which begins Nov. 24. This year will bring several “firsts” to the festival. The all-new fireworks-and-laser spectacular “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” will debut Dec. 5, 2023. And, with EPCOT being home to The Walt Disney Company’s 100 th anniversary celebration, guests will find beautiful holiday decor at the park entrance commemorating the Disney100 celebration. More Merriment: Holidays Around Our World Disney’s 4th theme park, Animal Kingdom, opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998. The park is dedicated to animal conservation and the natural environment, a cause Walt Disney himself was passionate about. Housed in a working hangar bay, this restaurant at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge serves a variety of dishes prepared with ingredients from across the galaxy — all of it delicious. The Hollywood Brown Derby and The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Rizzo the Rat from the Muppets and his lovable gang are the proprietors of this 2-story, family-style pizzeria. Pizza pies are delicious and varied. Traditional Italian desserts like tiramisu and cannoli are foolproof favorites. Be sure to hit the second story: It’s aptly named Rizzo’s Deluxe Supreme Banquet Hall, since it’s themed after a wedding reception complete with a disco ball and a catchy play list. Of course, it’s the place to see and be seen. Sci-Fi Dine-InTheater Restaurant

After Walt Disney’s death, his plans for an experimental planned community were abandoned by the company because they determined that running a city would be too complex of a task. However, the general concept behind the project was designed into Disney World’s second theme park, EPCOT Center. And don’t forget: Disney’s Hollywood Studios will once again present Sunset Seasons Greetings nightly throughout the season, as The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is magically transformed into an array of holiday scenes as snow falls along Sunset Boulevard. Fractal Frenzy: NEW Frozen Holiday Surprise at Magic Kingdom ParkDescend into the magical world of a toy treasure chest. Mix it up with your favorite Toy Storycharacters as you blast moving targets. Play five virtual carnival games: toss rings onto Little Green Men, throw baseballs at plates, pop balloons with darts near a bubbling volcano, and more. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™

At Disney Springs, guests can shop, dine and play amidst a wonderland of beautiful decor and an incredible array of dining options beginning Nov. 10. Be sure to save time to visit Santa Claus at Once Upon a Toy, and don’t miss the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth. 19 Disney-themed trees will be on display throughout the shopping, dining and entertainment district. Plan at least one nighttime visit to experience snowfall in Town Center for more unforgettable memories. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is unique in that the theme park features traditional attractions while also showcasing hundreds of species of live animals. Shop for mysteries and unique galactic artifacts collected by a legendary antiquities dealer at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. You’ll want to explore every nook and cranny of this shop — you never know what priceless riches you’ll encounter. Droid Depot A DJ will play the merriest of mash-ups, featuring a mix of smooth classics layered with modern beats. While tunes at the entrance set the tone for the evening, stroll around Echo Lake for a trip down a more recent memory lane featuring holiday music and characters from classic Disney Channel favorites, including Powerline Max, Rescue Rangers Chip ‘n’ Dale and Phineas and Ferb.Introducing Disney Genie service and Disney Genie+ service, two magical new digital services available on the My Disney Experience app that make your Theme Park visit easier and more fun. Revel in the romantic fairytale of Belle and the cursed Beast in this live musical. Fall in love again as all the entertaining scenes unfold. Get caught up in this beloved tale about the unstoppable power of true love. Citizens of Hollywood