Just wanted to be the first, DisneyChristian, to Welcome you to the DIS!
Check out the December Events page, and be sure to pick up a good guide book from your local bookstore. Many Dis'er like The Passporter by Jennifer Marx, or the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World by Bob Sehlinger and Len Testa.
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Mid December is a great time to go, just avoid Christmas and New Year's weeks.
Have a great time planning your trip!
Thanks for the welcome! We have visited Walt Disney World one, or two, or a few times lol, it is just our first time to Disney World for the holidays. We already know all about the
MVMCP, Candlelight Processional, Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights, etc but thank you for pointing us to that page! The books you recommended are very good books. We buy a new edition about every two years. It is fun to go back and reminisce about the old attractions, shows, events, and restaurants. I sure do sometimes wish the Disney Brass wouldn't have gotten rid of some of them.
Anyways, We were hoping to hear about some of the tips and secrets we should check out or keep an eye out for at Downtown Disney, the various Resorts, attractions, shows, etc that pertain to the Holidays. ie like the giant Christmas Tree at the Contemporary, any rides that had an added Christmas theme, where you could get free cocoa, where kids can make free ornaments, where you can get free cookies, special Christmas stage shows, unique decorations, holiday magical moments, etc.