Disneyland at Christmas/Holiday Season Superthread #5

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[JadeDarkstar]

The tour may have different rides but I am sure it has Small world and Hunted mansion and Jingle cruise. They did last year and these three rides are decorated too. Just for those who were wondering about it.

Getting so close.
Yesterday I ordered my Photo pass. We will order a tour tomorrow. (welcome to Disney Land) looks fun and like one we would like to try. For 20 bucks we think it will be worth it the way we see it. I have read a lot of reviews on it. It evens aid some ppl who go all the time would enjoy it.
Question any one done it lately?
Also what would be best to chose, vip seats for Aladdin or Mickey magic map?

 

[longtimedisneylurker]

Also what would be best to chose, vip seats for Aladdin or Mickey magic map?

Aladdin. I really can't imagine needing VIP seats to Mickey's Magical Map. There are always seats available at that show.

 

[LadyBJ]

Hooray! I can finally share some photos. I don't have Christmas photos from Disneyland yet but this year I will have a chance to take lots!

Bright Nights at Stanley Park in Vancouver, BC:




Festival of Lights at Vandusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver, BC:





Christmas decor at Pike Place Market in Seattle, WA:



(Santa Pig haha)

Robson Square Ice Rink in Vancouver, BC:



I can't wait to take photos at Disneyland soon!!!

 

[sgrap]

I had a little "moment" today . . . I was doing something while the TV was on and the Mater commercial about the holidays at the Disneyland Resort came on. I wasn't paying much attention, just kind of thinking yeah, yeah, yeah . . . this commercial again. Then all of the sudden it hit me: we are actually GOING this year (2 weeks from today even!!!)!!! Wa-hoo!!! It's been 10 years since out only other trip to DLR during the holiday season! I've been so busy dealing with other stuff (homeschooling, my daughter had foot surgery in September and just got her cast off, so physical therapy etc. etc.. .. . never a dull moment around here) that is was a nice little wake up call. Hooray!!!!!

 

[lorijohnhill]

I've been sick this past week. I got antibiotics today, so hopefully they kick in soon! Anyway, in case I can't get to my computer in time, I wanted to get at least something posted for the Cornucopia. Hopefully I can get my good ones posted in the next couple of days.

 

[OHBelle]

I can't believe the final theme week is here!

My skinny Disney Christmas tree (I wanted a Disney tree in the family room and a skinny tree was the only thing that would work!)

My son's Disney stockings. They still go up even though they are grown and don't even live in the same state any more.

Our Christmas table, with a little bit of Disney as the centerpiece.

And my favorite picture taken on our Christmas Disney trip last year.

I hope everyone has wonderful Holiday DLR visits this season!

 

[Angel Ariel]

Here are some pictures from November 2014...it was the very beginning of the holidays at WDW, so there wasn't much in the way of decorations up around the entire resort. Mostly just MK and then the Osbourne Lights.

MK's Jingle Cruise:



MK at night and BOG Christmas Tree


Osbourne Lights at DHS...sadly the last time we'll see them

 

[Disney127]

I can't believe the final theme week is here!

My skinny Disney Christmas tree (I wanted a Disney tree in the family room and a skinny tree was the only thing that would work!)

Our Christmas table, with a little bit of Disney as the centerpiece.

And my favorite picture taken on our Christmas Disney trip last year.

I hope everyone has wonderful Holiday DLR visits this season!

I love the skinny Disney tree!

 

[OHBelle]

I love the skinny Disney tree!

 

[PHXscuba]

Still probably my favorite picture I've taken of the winter castle

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As wintry as it gets in Phoenix ... ice skating in shirtsleeves

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Gingerbread men made with the Disneyland recipe

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The holidays are getting close!!

PHXscuba

 

[JennyN]

Just want to check what we have to do to try and get a hand made candy cane. When the gates open go straight to the Candy Palace in Main Street, wait in line and hope for a wristband. I know my chances of getting one aren't good but I want to try at least once.

 

[dolphingirl47]

Just want to check what we have to do to try and get a hand made candy cane. When the gates open go straight to the Candy Palace in Main Street, wait in line and hope for a wristband. I know my chances of getting one aren't good but I want to try at least once.

If you do this, you are in with a good chance. I got stuck behind a group that had ticket issues last year and then power walked to Candy Palace as soon as I was inside the park. It was just past rope drop at that point and I did get my candy cane wristband.

Corinna

 

[JohnandMichelle]

Hi everyone, I'm new here and I plan to read through the entire thread...
but (in the mean time!) i have a few questions I am hoping you could help me with

My husband and I have the opportunity to go FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME to Disneyland! (YAY!!)
It is sudden and will be between 12/26 and 1/1. We will not have more than 2 days there. *sob*
So I am trying to research but the best info comes from people who LOVE to go!

So here are some questions:

1. What would be the best 2 consecutive days to go during that time frame? I know it is going to be busy beyond belief but which days may have the least amount of people? Has anyone attended New Years Eve?

2. We do not have children, so factoring that out, what would be the top CAN'T MISS activities to try for?

3. Any and ALL recommendations? Favorite shops? Holiday entertainment?

4. Money is a factor, so we will be eating on the cheap. What should we look for? Can we bring our own snacks since we don't have children?

Thank you so much in advance!
First time in 45 years
I am just ECSTATIC!!
I adore Christmas and Disney and cant even imagine combining the two

 

[koalagirl5]

I can't believe the final theme week is here!

My skinny Disney Christmas tree (I wanted a Disney tree in the family room and a skinny tree was the only thing that would work!)

My son's Disney stockings. They still go up even though they are grown and don't even live in the same state any more.

Our Christmas table, with a little bit of Disney as the centerpiece.

And my favorite picture taken on our Christmas Disney trip last year.

I hope everyone has wonderful Holiday DLR visits this season!

I also love your skinny Disney tree!! I may have to do something similar.

 

[egritz]

Hi everyone, I'm new here and I plan to read through the entire thread...
but (in the mean time!) i have a few questions I am hoping you could help me with

My husband and I have the opportunity to go FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME to Disneyland! (YAY!!)
It is sudden and will be between 12/26 and 1/1. We will not have more than 2 days there. *sob*
So I am trying to research but the best info comes from people who LOVE to go!

So here are some questions:

1. What would be the best 2 consecutive days to go during that time frame? I know it is going to be busy beyond belief but which days may have the least amount of people? Has anyone attended New Years Eve?

2. We do not have children, so factoring that out, what would be the top CAN'T MISS activities to try for?

3. Any and ALL recommendations? Favorite shops? Holiday entertainment?

4. Money is a factor, so we will be eating on the cheap. What should we look for? Can we bring our own snacks since we don't have children?

Thank you so much in advance!
First time in 45 years
I am just ECSTATIC!!
I adore Christmas and Disney and cant even imagine combining the two

First off you do not need to read the ENTIRE thread, nor would I suggest it at over 100 pages already, lol. Definitely read the first page as Sherry has all the holiday stuff highlighted. Maybe read over the last 10 pages or so and feel free to ask questions that may have already been asked/answered. You can also use the search tool to search this thread (or the entire board).

1. My best guess would be Mon/Tue or Tue/Wed. NYE will likely end up closed due to capacity, but really any of the days during your week could have that happen. I've never visited during that time frame, I'm just using the base that Mon-Wed tend to be the quieter days, but just know that THERE WILL BE NO QUIET DAYS FROM DEC 26- JAN1!

2. I'd consider trying to book the Holiday Tour, that will get you on Small World, Jingle Cruise, and the Haunted Mansion as well as seats for the parade. I wouldn't be surprised if the tours are sold out, but I'd at least call & try. I'm not sure if you're into roller coasters / thrill rides or not, but you'll definitely want to get FP's for Space, Indy, Screamin', Tower of Terror, etc. There will be 2 different parades going when you're there. In the afternoon the Holiday Parade & and night the 60th Anniversary Paint the Night parade. Plus you have the fireworks show.

3. Aladdin for sure (it goes away for good on Jan 10th). Even without kids, I found Turtle Talk with Crush to be entertaining. Viva Navidad in DCA is also supposed to be entertaining (and pretty short, so not a huge time-suck).

4. You can definitely bring in food! You can bring in a soft-sided cooler, just no glass bottles or knives. There are lockers in the front of both parks, but I don't know the size. We have little ones, so we use our stroller, but we always carry in all our water, PB&J sandwiches, and random snacks for the kids. When eating out try to look at other proportions and you may find yourselves able to split a main course and then get a dessert to share as well.

 

[OHBelle]

I also love your skinny Disney tree!! I may have to do something similar.

It really is a bright spot in my family room during the holidays!

 

[kylie71]

I too LOVE your Disney tree! I have one with all Disney and Hawaii ornament's on it! My favorite places!

--Lori

 

[rivendellfamily]

Did Disneyland add extra EMH/Magic Mornings last year for December? It looks like they are doing them at every day we are there in December which is bad for us since we are not staying on-site. If I would have known that I probably would have booked PP instead for our upcoming trip. Any suggestions? We will have one early entry as we have 5 day tickets and will hit DCA on a non-EMH there but now I am feeling much more worried about the crowds as my plan was to hit rope drop on the non-EMH days for Disneyland. So much for my planning... It will be an adventure!

 

[tlcdoula]

Just a heads up for anyone booking a car rental thought Costco Travel, I just went and checked rates again and saved $10 a day.