2022 Candlelight Processional dining package

[mickey916]

At 60 days today, very surprised nothing is release.

Me too! So odd...

 

[mickey916]

Just saw a DFB article posted on the December thread that last year it opened on Oct. 25, so maybe 30 days in advance not 60?

 

[goofy4prez]

At 60 days today, very surprised nothing is release.

Maybe the bean counters at Disney are hashing out their final plans to announce their new enhancement to make the Candlelight Processional a greater and more exciting guest experience. For a nominal fee of $59 per person (maybe higher), you will enjoy a seat for the show. For an additional $89 (again maybe higher) you can enjoy dinner prior to the show and a special seat reserved for our VIP guests.
(Seriously, nothing surprises me anymore with Disney over the last couple of years).

 

[Figvention]

Maybe the bean counters at Disney are hashing out their final plans to announce their new enhancement to make the Candlelight Processional a greater and more exciting guest experience. For a nominal fee of $59 per person (maybe higher), you will enjoy a seat for the show. For an additional $89 (again maybe higher) you can enjoy dinner prior to the show and a special seat reserved for our VIP guests.
(Seriously, nothing surprises me anymore with Disney over the last couple of years).

Don’t forget to tack on the 15 dollar per person lighting lane for a fast pass to book the meal or you miss the best dates

 

[koho]

When the packages were released last year, almost all of the Candlelight Processional dates, except for the ones after Christmas Day, were within the 60 day window, so I would guess it will be closer to the same timeframe as last year. Disney seems to love chaotic party and dining package releases.

 

[Hitchhiking Ghost]

When the packages were released last year, almost all of the Candlelight Processional dates, except for the ones after Christmas Day, were within the 60 day window, so I would guess it will be closer to the same timeframe as last year. Disney seems to love chaotic party and dining package releases.

Yeah, but it is really frustrating. We are within a week of our 60 day window, so we want to start thinking about dining reservations, but then we have to realize that anyone of them might have to be rearrnaged if/once CP dining is released. Our trip is overlapping with friends, so we have a three day window to see CP together, plus we were looking at the Harmonious package at R&C, but difficult to plan when you can't book CP dining at the same time.

 

[mlayman7]

It has always been this way in the past. I remember getting frustrated with wanting to figure out what day to do this when dining reservations were made 180 days in advance. Those regular dining reservations always opened up and we had to readjust our plans months later when the CP packages became available. Have always been able to secure a reservation though, even last year with fewer options open so not too worried... yet

 

[Disneydawg74]

Well, at least the list of narrators is finally out.

Edited to add: Candlelight Dining Packages start availability on September 29.

 

[Disneydawg74]

Get ready to fill your holiday season with songs at the “Candlelight Processional,” returning to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth starting Nov. 25. This time-honored tradition has been a part of the holiday season at Walt Disney World since its opening in 1971. Experience the celebrity narrators, the Voices of Liberty acapella ensemble, a 50-piece live orchestra and glorious massed choirs as they present a heartwarming retelling of the traditional Christmas story.

Because the holidays are best celebrated with others, we could not be more excited to again share this tradition with the community as we invite guest choirs from across Florida to take part in the show. Choirs comprised of Disney cast members will also return, bringing magic to their performances as they do in their roles every day.

The 2022 lineup of celebrity narrators features new and returning favorites, including actors from some of your favorite films, world-renowned singers, and other talented artists. Here’s your first look at this year’s narrators:

11/25 – 11/26: TBD
11/27 – 11/29: Edward James Olmos
11/30 – 12/1: Raul Esparza (NEW)
12/2 – 12/3: Whoopi Goldberg
12/4 – 12/6: Isabella Rossellini
12/7 – 12/9: TBD
12/10 – 12/12: Josh Gad (NEW)
12/13 – 12/14: Gloria Estefan (NEW)
12/15 – 12/18: Neil Patrick Harris
12/19 – 12/20: Mariska Hargitay (NEW)
12/21 – 12/23: Cal Ripken Jr.
12/24 – 12/26: Marie Osmond
12/27 – 12/28: Courtney Vance
12/29 – 12/30: Angela Bassett
Secure your spot at the show by booking a “Candlelight Processional” Dining Package! Packages go on sale Sept. 29. Find out more by visiting EPCOTholidays.com.

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. Check back with us here on the Disney Parks Blog for more details in the weeks ahead.

Edit: this was copied and pasted from WDW website BEFORE they changed it to say October 6.

 

[vpusey]

Get ready to fill your holiday season with songs at the “Candlelight Processional,” returning to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth starting Nov. 25. This time-honored tradition has been a part of the holiday season at Walt Disney World since its opening in 1971. Experience the celebrity narrators, the Voices of Liberty acapella ensemble, a 50-piece live orchestra and glorious massed choirs as they present a heartwarming retelling of the traditional Christmas story.

Because the holidays are best celebrated with others, we could not be more excited to again share this tradition with the community as we invite guest choirs from across Florida to take part in the show. Choirs comprised of Disney cast members will also return, bringing magic to their performances as they do in their roles every day.

The 2022 lineup of celebrity narrators features new and returning favorites, including actors from some of your favorite films, world-renowned singers, and other talented artists. Here’s your first look at this year’s narrators:

11/25 – 11/26: TBD
11/27 – 11/29: Edward James Olmos
11/30 – 12/1: Raul Esparza (NEW)
12/2 – 12/3: Whoopi Goldberg
12/4 – 12/6: Isabella Rossellini
12/7 – 12/9: TBD
12/10 – 12/12: Josh Gad (NEW)
12/13 – 12/14: Gloria Estefan (NEW)
12/15 – 12/18: Neil Patrick Harris
12/19 – 12/20: Mariska Hargitay (NEW)
12/21 – 12/23: Cal Ripken Jr.
12/24 – 12/26: Marie Osmond
12/27 – 12/28: Courtney Vance
12/29 – 12/30: Angela Bassett
Secure your spot at the show by booking a “Candlelight Processional” Dining Package! Packages go on sale Sept. 29. Find out more by visiting EPCOTholidays.com.

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. Check back with us here on the Disney Parks Blog for more details in the weeks ahead.

Anyone know if we book on-line or via phone ?

 

[CJK]

Anyone know if we book on-line or via phone ?

I've always been able to book online.

 

[vpusey]

I've always been able to book online.

Thanks , do you know if we have to wait 60 days out ?

 

[CJK]

The question I have, is whether the 60-day ADR rule is in play with these packages. In all my years of doing this dining package, I've always booked within the 180 days or last year, the 60 days. I just assumed that you couldn't book until you were within your ADR window. However, earlier in this thread, people have suggested that these packages aren't included in the normal ADR rules. Does anyone know for sure?

 

[CJK]

Thanks , do you know if we have to wait 60 days out ?

See my post just under yours. I have always booked this package within the normal ADR time period (180 days previously, and now 60 days), but people further back on this thread said that these packages can be booked outside this 60 day period. I'm not so sure though. I'll see how things go on Thursday, but I fully expect having to wait until you are 60 days out....

 

[vpusey]

See my post just under yours. I have always booked this package within the normal ADR time period (180 days previously, and now 60 days), but people further back on this thread said that these packages can be booked outside this 60 day period. I'm not so sure though. I'll see how things go on Thursday, but I fully expect having to wait until you are 60 days out....

Wondering what time in the morning 9/29 ?

 

[disneyforsix]

Interesting...this page says book online starting Oct. 6
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...candlelight-processional-celebrity-narrators/




Mon, September 26, 2022

First Look: EPCOT ‘Candlelight Processional’ Celebrity Narrators​

by Joey McElroy, Communications Manager, Disney Live Entertainment
Get ready to fill your holiday season with songs at the “Candlelight Processional,” returning to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth starting Nov. 25. This time-honored tradition has been a part of the holiday season at Walt Disney World since its opening in 1971. Experience the celebrity narrators, the Voices of Liberty acapella ensemble, a 50-piece live orchestra and glorious massed choirs as they present a heartwarming retelling of the traditional Christmas story.
Because the holidays are best celebrated with others, we could not be more excited to again share this tradition with the community as we invite guest choirs from across Florida to take part in the show. Choirs comprised of Disney cast members will also return, bringing magic to their performances as they do in their roles every day.
The 2022 lineup of celebrity narrators features new and returning favorites, including actors from some of your favorite films, world-renowned singers, and other talented artists. Here’s your first look at this year’s narrators:

• 11/25 – 11/26: TBD
• 11/27 – 11/29: Edward James Olmos
• 11/30 – 12/1: Raul Esparza (NEW)
• 12/2 – 12/3: Whoopi Goldberg
• 12/4 – 12/6: Isabella Rossellini
• 12/7 – 12/9: TBD
• 12/10 – 12/12: Josh Gad (NEW)
• 12/13 – 12/14: Gloria Estefan (NEW)
• 12/15 – 12/18: Neil Patrick Harris
• 12/19 – 12/20: Mariska Hargitay (NEW)
• 12/21 – 12/23: Cal Ripken Jr.
• 12/24 – 12/26: Marie Osmond
• 12/27 – 12/28: Courtney Vance
• 12/29 – 12/30: Angela Bassett

Secure your spot at the show by booking a “Candlelight Processional” Dining Package! Packages go on sale Oct. 6. Find out more by visiting EPCOTholidays.com.
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. Check back with us here on the Disney Parks Blog for more details in the weeks ahead.

 

[ambgoph]

Info on the dining packages. Also says booking October 6 - can be made up to 60 days prior to your visit.

Dining Packages and Prices​

Feast on fabulous food for lunch or dinner! Choose from several unique eateries at EPCOT offering Candlelight Processional Packages. Each package includes:

• An appetizer, entrée and dessert or one (1) full buffet (where applicable), along with a non-alcoholic beverage
• One (1) guaranteed seat per person to a Candlelight Processional performance held on the same day

Explore participating restaurants and dining package prices, which exclude tax and gratuity:

	Adult (ages 10 and up)	Child (ages 3 to 9)
Biergarten Restaurant Germany Pavilion	$65.00	$37.00
Coral Reef Restaurant The Living Seas	$74.00	$30.00
Garden Grill Restaurant The Land Pavilion	$71.00	$46.00
Le Cellier Steakhouse Canada Pavilion	$100.00	$39.00
Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (same-day dining packages only) American Adventure Pavilion	$40.00
Rose & Crown Dining Room United Kingdom Pavilion	$64.00	$28.00
Spice Road Table (same-day dining packages only) Morocco Pavilion	$52.00	$23.00

 

[mickey916]

Well, at least the list of narrators is finally out.

Edited to add: Candlelight Dining Packages start availability on September 29.

Where did you find September 29th date? I'm seeing only Oct. 6...

 

[Mousetopia]

Narrators announced!

• 11/25 – 11/26: TBD
• 11/27 – 11/29: Edward James Olmos
• 11/30 – 12/1: Raul Esparza (NEW)
• 12/2 – 12/3: Whoopi Goldberg
• 12/4 – 12/6: Isabella Rossellini
• 12/7 – 12/9: TBD
• 12/10 – 12/12: Josh Gad (NEW)
• 12/13 – 12/14: Gloria Estefan (NEW)
• 12/15 – 12/18: Neil Patrick Harris
• 12/19 – 12/20: Mariska Hargitay (NEW)
• 12/21 – 12/23: Cal Ripken Jr.
• 12/24 – 12/26: Marie Osmond
• 12/27 – 12/28: Courtney Vance
• 12/29 – 12/30: Angela Bassett

 

[Alexis56578]

Nice line up this year. We'll have Gloria Estefan. Going to try for Garden Grill, but I have backups. Hopefully everyone else will be too busy trying for Le Cellier.