Christmas at MK - Things to do/see?

[mike72688]

I am just starting planning a "short" trip to DW for December. We will arrive on Dec 23, visit one undecided park on Dec 24, Go to MK on Dec. 25 and return on Dec. 26

We are DH,DW,DD13,DD9. We went once before in June 2008 and went to each park one day. We used TGM so we experienced quite a bit. We want to get the Christmas experience this time. We are staying on site at Shades of Green.

Please offer your suggestions for special things to do and see at MK on Christmas.

Thanks,

Mike

 

[jetprincess]

You must see the life size gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian! I would skip the Christmas Party - not too terribly interesting (but the parade is good!)

 

[mom2rtk]

You must see the life size gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian! I would skip the Christmas Party - not too terribly interesting (but the parade is good!)

The parade will be over by the time they arrive. But the shows and parades will be happening during regular park hours.

I just advise the OP to know what to expect crowd-wise so they are not disappointed. Be familiar with the levels of park closures. Get to the park at park opening, and STAY there, especially on Christmas Day. It would be disappointing to go for just a few days and get closed out.

If you do your research, you can find much magic, even in the midst of such heavy crowds!

 

[mike72688]

Okay, I got "get there and stay there". Great to know. Last time we always left the park in the afternoon to take a break but now I know not to do it. We will try to get to the Grand Floridian the day we arrive (Dec 23) or the day we leave (Dec 26). I see it is on the monorail so that should be easy for us. THANKS!!