disney at christmas

[bumbershoot]

PHXscuba, I would go for the CP days. CP as far as I've ever been able to tell (and we went during that time in '07 and '08) only clogs up the very front of the park, at least during the day. So you just have to make sure you're in DCA or take the train to the "back" of the park, or take the monorail if you're near the DTD station, to avoid the mess.

 

[PHXscuba]

Good transportation tips, Bumbershoot. Thanks!

What time do they actually run the Candlelight Processional? I am guessing evening time for the "candle" part of the name. I am only concerned with it clogging Main Street in terms of the evening activities like fireworks, snowfall, etc. I can just see the CP finishing and that mass of people all turning around and overrunning Main Street and the Hub. How does that timing work?

I never really paid attention to the whole CP thing because I thought it might be a long time before I got there at Christmastime!

PHXscuba

 

[OctoberDisney]

OK, I'll ask a burning question to keep the discussion moving.

It looks like my friend and I will likely be going the first weekend in December, but MAYBE the second weekend. Friday and Saturday whichever weekend.

I know the Candlelight Processional is the first weekend and clogs Main Street during evening hours. The second weekend has the Christmas parade taping Saturday during the day.

Presuming I have those details straight, which is more difficult to avoid/work around? Our priorities are seeing the special holiday decor/rides/fireworks/snow etc. and riding some favorite rides, all gloriously kid-free! Any thoughts on comparing the general crowds levels also? The same passes are allowed/blocked out both weekends.

PHXscuba

OK, we'll definitely be there the 2nd weekend. In the parks the 10th to the 14th. Does anyone know details about the taping of the Christmas parade? Will it be crowded? Will there be Disney "celebrities"? (Like, Zach and Cody...LOL). Anything?
Yikes, we were hoping for all of our days to be nice and slow!

 

[Peri]

last year the taping of the Christmas parade was in NOVEMBER not December, I think you are off a couple weeks.

 

[goldies 5]

I stay away from the CP area, but at night when it is over you feel lke you have the whole park to yourself. People really clear out of there, especially on Sunday night.

 

[Carolwoodpr]

We will be at WDW for Halloween (I miss Halloween Screams already) but hope to get back to Disneyland for Christmas.

I agree with Sherry - If I could only go once a year, it would be Christmas, hands down. It is so much more magical than it is any other time of year.

Seeing IASW all decked out, and watching the show on the facade brings tears to my eyes every time I see it. I LOVE HMH at Christmas.

And Peppermint fudge? Ah - melt in your mouth magic. It is even better than the orange creamsicle fudge! I can taste it already - I sure hope we can swing a trip!

 

[LV Disney Fan(atic)]

Just wanted to say thanks for this wonderful thread - I finally finished reading it! Such beautiful pictures and great information.

We were at DLR several years ago in early December, and although I remember everthing was beautifully decorated and we had a terrific time, I can't believe all we missed. Especially all the seasonal food items! Thankfully DD and I are going back Nov 10-14 so we can make up for it and this thread has gotten me even more excited over our visit than I usually am.

 

[Christina-B-Na]

Ohhhh I love this thread!!!
I am getting soooo excited about our trip! It is absolutely making me crazy!
All I think about is the rides, the food, the decorations, the smells, the overall good feeling you have as soon as you get to the gate....Did I mention the food?......Ahh!!!!! I am going nuts!!!
It's been a while since I have posted pics so I thought I would share some more photos from our trip last year in November. I apologize in advance if I have posted these before.

IASW

 

[spacemermaid]

Christina-B-Na: Beautiful pics...thanks for sharing!

Just popped into this thread because I wanted to take my mind off the horrible heat of an AZ summer (exiled Cali girl here, ) & have not been disappointed!

 

[goldies 5]

Chrsitina-B-Na Whether they have or not they are beautiful. Keep posting.

 

[Christina-B-Na]

Thanks so much spacemermaid & Goldies 5! I'll post some more soon.

Spacemermaid- I feel your pain! I live in AZ too and its killing me!!
At least we got some rain tonight.... Now we will have Hot AND Humid!

 

[AttilaTheHun]

Hi, I have a question? Back in 2001 when I went to Disney World they ruined my Tiki Room by putting a couple of smart *** talking birds in there. I was not happy since the Tiki room birds are my all time favorite show at Disney. Would any of you know if at Disneyland they put them in as well? I hope not, since they took away from the whole feel good feeling of the Tiki Room Show.

 

[Christina-B-Na]

Hi, I have a question? Back in 2001 when I went to Disney World they ruined my Tiki Room by putting a couple of smart *** talking birds in there. I was not happy since the Tiki room birds are my all time favorite show at Disney. Would any of you know if at Disneyland they put them in as well? I hope not, since they took away from the whole feel good feeling of the Tiki Room Show.

Don't worry, Disneyland's Tiki Room is still the original.
If I remember correctly, the one in DW is the Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management and has Iago and Zazu and they kind of poke fun at the show. I wasn't a big fan of that version either.

 

[sm4987]

I don't like the new version either. I much prefer the original!

 

[CMHusband]

it snows on Main Street USA!

Beautiful place at Christmas time.

 

[goldies 5]

Beautiful. Thanks CMHusband!

 

[PHXscuba]

Yes, reading this thread is making the AZ heat a tiny bit more bearable, imagining that it could ever be cold. And the snow-on-Main Street picture made me sigh big time.

Space Mermaid: We need a "CA exiled to AZ" thread/support group for all of us Cali girls who are boiling here this time of year!

I booked us a couple nights at HOJO -- one at the ENT rate -- so now I at least have a place to sleep when I'm there. But I'll probably be too excited to sleep!

PHXscuba

 

[funatdisney]

And Peppermint fudge? Ah - melt in your mouth magic. It is even better than the orange creamsicle fudge! I can taste it already - I sure hope we can swing a trip!

Peppermint Fudge!!! I have got to put that on my list. Along with the Peppermint potcake (if they still have it) and peppermint ice cream.

 

[funatdisney]

Hi, I have a question? Back in 2001 when I went to Disney World they ruined my Tiki Room by putting a couple of smart *** talking birds in there. I was not happy since the Tiki room birds are my all time favorite show at Disney. Would any of you know if at Disneyland they put them in as well? I hope not, since they took away from the whole feel good feeling of the Tiki Room Show.

Just saw it earlier this month. It is exactly the same as I remembered it. Best to see it with a Dole Whip in hand.

 

[smiley_face2]

Finalllly the video I promised months ago.... snow falling in the Small World Plaza

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