tinkwest
06-23-2007, 06:59 PM
Let’s address the Disneyland Resort during the holidays (typically the last seven weeks of the year and the first week of the new year).
:stock: Wreaths, ornaments, garlands, trees, lights, and other decorations are found throughout Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the three Resort hotels - Disneyland Hotel, Grand Californian Hotel, and Paradise Pier Hotel. Disneyland is the most decorated of all these areas. Carolers stroll throughout different parts of Disneyland (usually Main Street, New Orleans Square, & Frontierland), DTD, and the Disneyland Hotel. Special holiday treats are available throughout the entire Resort. And of course there is plenty of holiday merchandise available!!
:sleigh: “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, at Disneyland, features many of the classic Disney characters celebrating the season, along with Santa and his reindeer (will we see an INTERCOTee in the parade again this year?). Warning - after seeing this parade you may be humming the theme song the rest of the day!
:snowman: Evening fireworks at Disneyland are followed by “snow” in select locations in the park adding a special festive touch to the already fabulous show.
:santa:Two classic Disneyland rides get a holiday makeover! The Haunted Mansion continues it’s holiday celebration, which begins in October, when Jack Skellington and his Nightmare Before Christmas friends take over the mansion. (Fastpass is added during this time of the year). With special costumes, decorations, and music, the children of the world celebrate the holidays in a special version of it’s a small world. And don’t forget to visit this area at night. Thousands of lights on the outside of this attraction make it a fantastically beautiful part of the park.
:deer: Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up takes over the Big Thunder Ranch area behind Big Thunder Mountain. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer themselves are waiting to see you. There is also crafts, entertainment, and cookie decorating to enjoy.
:tree: Two days in December - first or second weekend as a rule - are set aside for the Candlelight Procession at Disneyland. A full orchestra, chorus, and celebrity narrator are highlighted at this event. Usually a very crowded time to visit.
:santa2: Santa’s Beach Party Blast at DCA is a fun, interactive time for the kids. You may find Lilo & Stitch or some of their Disney/Pixar friends leading games & songs. And don’t forget to visit Santa while he kicks back in his beach attire.
:ornament: Disney’s Electrical Parade usually makes a return visit to DCA during the holidays. Don’t miss the “thousands of sparkling lights” of this evening performance.
This is all based on years past. Some things change, leave altogether, or are added over the years. But this gives an idea of what you can find at DLR during the holidays.
I’m sure I’ve missed/forgotten some of the special things you can experience when visiting during this time of the year. Please add your memories to this thread.
:stock: Wreaths, ornaments, garlands, trees, lights, and other decorations are found throughout Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the three Resort hotels - Disneyland Hotel, Grand Californian Hotel, and Paradise Pier Hotel. Disneyland is the most decorated of all these areas. Carolers stroll throughout different parts of Disneyland (usually Main Street, New Orleans Square, & Frontierland), DTD, and the Disneyland Hotel. Special holiday treats are available throughout the entire Resort. And of course there is plenty of holiday merchandise available!!
:sleigh: “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, at Disneyland, features many of the classic Disney characters celebrating the season, along with Santa and his reindeer (will we see an INTERCOTee in the parade again this year?). Warning - after seeing this parade you may be humming the theme song the rest of the day!
:snowman: Evening fireworks at Disneyland are followed by “snow” in select locations in the park adding a special festive touch to the already fabulous show.
:santa:Two classic Disneyland rides get a holiday makeover! The Haunted Mansion continues it’s holiday celebration, which begins in October, when Jack Skellington and his Nightmare Before Christmas friends take over the mansion. (Fastpass is added during this time of the year). With special costumes, decorations, and music, the children of the world celebrate the holidays in a special version of it’s a small world. And don’t forget to visit this area at night. Thousands of lights on the outside of this attraction make it a fantastically beautiful part of the park.
:deer: Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up takes over the Big Thunder Ranch area behind Big Thunder Mountain. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer themselves are waiting to see you. There is also crafts, entertainment, and cookie decorating to enjoy.
:tree: Two days in December - first or second weekend as a rule - are set aside for the Candlelight Procession at Disneyland. A full orchestra, chorus, and celebrity narrator are highlighted at this event. Usually a very crowded time to visit.
:santa2: Santa’s Beach Party Blast at DCA is a fun, interactive time for the kids. You may find Lilo & Stitch or some of their Disney/Pixar friends leading games & songs. And don’t forget to visit Santa while he kicks back in his beach attire.
:ornament: Disney’s Electrical Parade usually makes a return visit to DCA during the holidays. Don’t miss the “thousands of sparkling lights” of this evening performance.
This is all based on years past. Some things change, leave altogether, or are added over the years. But this gives an idea of what you can find at DLR during the holidays.
I’m sure I’ve missed/forgotten some of the special things you can experience when visiting during this time of the year. Please add your memories to this thread.