With the addition of John Stamos and Robby Benson rounding out the list of this year’s celebrity narrators for the 
Candlelight Processional at either Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort, there is no better time than right now to make plans to check this item off of your Disney Bucket List as this is a must for every Disney lover.
There is nothing more memorable than being out under the stars and hearing the Hear the stirring story of Christmas—as told by a celebrity narrator, and accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and massed choir. This dazzling presentation returns November 22 through December 30, 2018. Check back soon for details! The event, included in regular Epcot admission, is a retelling of the Christmas story featuring a mass choir, live orchestra and celebrity narrator. It is performed three times nightly between Thanksgiving and Dec. 30.
Each night, a celebrity narrator tells the biblical tale of a savior born in Bethlehem. All the while, gorgeous choral pieces are woven into the production as an orchestra and choir provide an inspirational backdrop with songs of hope and joy. Popular returning favorites include Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, Jodi Benson, Edward James Olmos and a host of others.
The complete lineup for 2018, subject to change, is:
Nov. 22-23: Chita Rivera
Nov. 24-25: Helen Hunt
Nov. 26-27: Alfonso Ribeiro
Nov. 28-30: Robby Benson
Dec. 1–2: John Stamos
Dec. 3-6: Neil Patrick Harris
Dec. 7–9: Whoopi Goldberg
Dec. 10-12: Bart Millard
Dec. 13–14: Blair Underwood
Dec. 15-17: Gary Sinise
Dec. 18–20: Pat Sajak
Dec. 21-23: Auli’i Cravalho
Dec. 24–25: Edward James Olmos
Dec. 26–27: Jodi Benson
Dec. 28-30: Cal RIpken Jr.
And there’s no better way to secure a prime viewing location and celebrating the season at Epcot than by booking the Candlelight Processional Dining Packages, which are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Dining Package Pricing
There’s a wide variety of packages to choose from and one of this will be the perfect addition to your holiday experience. Each Candlelight Processional Dining Package includes one appetizer, one entrée, one dessert and your choice of non-alcoholic beverage at select full-service restaurants (or 1 full buffet where applicable). All dining packages include guaranteed seating for the Candlelight Processional.
|
Lunch Adult |
Lunch Child (3-9) |
Dinner Adult |
Dinner Child (3-9) |
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
Norway Pavilion |
$73.00 |
$43.00 |
$73.00 |
$43.00 |
Biergarten Restaurant
Germany Pavilion |
$55.00 |
$30.00 |
$55.00 |
$30.00 |
Ale & Compass
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort |
$54.00 |
$23.00 |
$64.00 |
$23.00 |
Chefs de France
France Pavilion |
$65.99 |
$17.99 |
$75.99 |
$22.99 |
Coral Reef Restaurant
The Living Seas |
$70.00 |
$23.00 |
$70.00 |
$23.00 |
The Garden Grill*
The Land Pavilion |
$61.00 |
$36.00 |
$61.00 |
$36.00 |
La Hacienda de San Angel
Mexico Pavilion |
N/A |
N/A |
$80.00 |
$17.50 |
Nine Dragons Restaurant
China Pavilion |
$50.00 |
$16.99 |
$58.00 |
$18.50 |
Restaurant Marrakesh
Morocco Pavilion |
$52.00 |
$19.00 |
$62.00 |
$19.00 |
Rose & Crown Dining Room
United Kingdom Pavilion |
$60.00 |
$22.00 |
$60.00 |
$22.00 |
San Angel Inn Restaurante
Mexico Pavilion |
$60.00 |
$15.50 |
$75.00 |
$17.50 |
Spice Road Table
Morocco Pavilion |
$52.00 |
$19.00 |
$63.00 |
$19.00 |
Teppan Edo
Japan Pavilion |
$62.00 |
$16.99 |
$74.00 |
$20.75 |
Tokyo Dining
Japan Pavilion |
$62.99 |
$16.99 |
$74.00 |
$16.99 |
Trattoria al Forno*
Disney’s BoardWalk |
N/A |
N/A |
$64.00 |
$23.00 |
Tutto Italia Ristorante
Italy Pavilion |
$64.00 |
$22.00 |
$70.00 |
$25.00 |
Via Napoli
Italy Pavilion |
$54.00 |
$20.00 |
$57.00 |
$24.00 |
* The following restaurants also offer breakfast options:
- Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Breakfast:$65.00 for adults; $38.00 for children
- Ale & Compass Breakfast Buffet: $38.00 for adults; $22.00 for children
- Garden Grill Breakfast: $48.00 for adults; $28.00 for children
- Trattoria al Forno Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast: $52.00 for adults; $30.00 for children
Know Before You Go
Learn important information about the Candlelight Dining Packages.
- This experience requires 2 table-service entitlements for Disney Dining Plan and Disney Deluxe Dining Plan.
- Candlelight Processional Dining Packages are only offered during the holiday season.
- Tax and gratuity are not included in the prices shown here.
- Alcohol will only be served to Guests ages 21 and older.
- Call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 for additional information and reservations. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call. You may also visit Holidays Around the World for the latest information.
- Reservations require a credit card guarantee.
- Advance reservations for Candlelight Processional Dining Packages are highly recommended and can be made right now
- Guests will receive Candlelight Seating badges at the restaurant after their meal. The badge will specify the date and show time they have reserved.
- Guests who have not reserved a Candlelight Processional Dining Package will be seated at the Candlelight Processional on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Separate Epcot admission is required and is not included in the price of the dining package.
The processional is performed three times per night (5:00, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m.) during the holiday season at the America Gardens Theatre. This year, give the gift that will last a lifetime with the gift of memories and experience the magic of the Candlelight Processional at Epcot at returning November 22 to the Walt Disney World Resort.
