Disneyland at Christmas/Holiday Season Superthread #5

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Has anyone had the Christmas Day dinner at Goofy's Kitchen? I booked it because our family loves it there so I thought it would be nice for Christmas Dinner. Do they have some of the usual things or just turkey with trimmings? DH and DS are not big turkey fans but like the other selections at GK.
 
Loving all the new pix since last I checked in this thread, thank you again everyone for sharing. I also love the story of the little girl who slept through the night starting at 4pm. :)

KITKAT0229, I am also excitedly waiting for some Candlelight News to come out.

Waving hello to Sherry who maybe is in search of Peppermint ice cream. It is an end of October lovely and very sunny day here in LA.

Happy (almost) November everyone. Remember to change your clocks tonight and check smoke alarm batteries too.
 

Just got back from our trip this past Monday through Friday, and every day there were more and more Christmas decorations up! Especially in Critter Country and New Orleans Square. Also down by the Downtown Disney movie theater there was a giant tree put up with decorations bit by bit everyday. I love Christmas, but it would have been nice if they waited just a few more days until Halloween was done! Strange to go to a Halloween Party then walk by a giant Christmas tree on the way back to the Disneyland Hotel, haha.
 
Just got back from our trip this past Monday through Friday, and every day there were more and more Christmas decorations up! Especially in Critter Country and New Orleans Square. Also down by the Downtown Disney movie theater there was a giant tree put up with decorations bit by bit everyday. I love Christmas, but it would have been nice if they waited just a few more days until Halloween was done! Strange to go to a Halloween Party then walk by a giant Christmas tree on the way back to the Disneyland Hotel, haha.


We enjoyed seeing the decorations going up as well. Lots of Christmas merchandise in the shops as well. That sort of taunted us since this was our Halloween trip and most of the Halloween stuff was gone or picked over.
 
Looking at my pictures of the winter castle from last year is really making me sad that they are not doing it this year. At this time last year they already had snow on the roof, but none yet this year. Also, the 60th bunting and banners are looking pretty faded so that would be even more depressing if they don't replace those! Oh well, at least I have my memories and photos of the way it SHOULD look!

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And, my husband's rendering:

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I love the parade!

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And, my husband's rendering:

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Wonderful drawing!
 
I've been doing some looking trying to find out what days the candy canes will be made during our trip. Sherry mentions this site near the beginning of this thread to check for info "The Disney Parks Authentic/Candy Treats section will post the dates each year -- HERE." I just checked and it looks like the 2015 dates are there!
~ Candy Canes 2015 ~


Experience live candy cane making at select candy kitchens throughout the Disneyland® Resort and purchase hand-crafted Candy Cane items. See locations and dates below.

Disneyland® park – Candy Palace
November 27 and December 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, and 24

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Disney California Adventure® park – Trolley Treats
November 28, 30 and December 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19 and 25

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A limited number of candy canes will be available for each release. Available while supplies last.
Wristband Distribution: Wristbands will be distributed accordingly at park opening. Wristbands are limited, available while supplies last. Limit TWO (2) wristbands per Guest. Wristband entitles bearer to purchase ONE (1) Candy Cane at designated location. Wristband must be shown at time of purchase. Information subject to restrictions and change without notice, including but not limited to release dates, prices, etc. No discounts apply. No exchanges or refunds. Separate admission is required to enter Disneyland® Resort theme parks.
 
I've been doing some looking trying to find out what days the candy canes will be made during our trip. Sherry mentions this site near the beginning of this thread to check for info "The Disney Parks Authentic/Candy Treats section will post the dates each year -- HERE." I just checked and it looks like the 2015 dates are there!

Thanks lvdis for the link! I know it's a madhouse to get these candycanes. Is this wristband thing a new thing this year or is it a madhouse with the wristbands?

Looking at my pictures of the winter castle from last year is really making me sad that they are not doing it this year. At this time last year they already had snow on the roof, but none yet this year. Also, the 60th bunting and banners are looking pretty faded so that would be even more depressing if they don't replace those! Oh well, at least I have my memories and photos of the way it SHOULD look!

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And, my husband's rendering:

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Angrose-love your husband's disney drawing. My husband also loves to draw and it's part of my strategy to help him have a good disney vacation. Do you have any tips for drawing there? Was your husband able to find good spots and stay there for a bit without too much hassle?
 
Where are you guys finding the Holiday Tour information that gives the tour times? I'd like to have Vacation Planning reserve it for me but I can't find the times anywhere. I know I've seen others post what they are but I'm not finding them!
 
Where are you guys finding the Holiday Tour information that gives the tour times? I'd like to have Vacation Planning reserve it for me but I can't find the times anywhere. I know I've seen others post what they are but I'm not finding them!
Go to the Disneyland main site --> drop down the Things to Do menu at the top and click on Events and Tours --> from there scroll down and find Holiday Time Tour --> click on the link, then click on the calendar symbol on the right-hand side under hours. Once you click on the date you are interested in, it will show the times it is available.

Here's a direct link to the page with the calendar if you don't want to go through all the steps. https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/holiday-time-at-disneyland/

I hope this helps!
 
Angrose-love your husband's disney drawing. My husband also loves to draw and it's part of my strategy to help him have a good disney vacation. Do you have any tips for drawing there? Was your husband able to find good spots and stay there for a bit without too much hassle?
No real tips for drawing Disneyland specifically, it's really just a matter of finding the time while trying to do everything else while there! Everything at Disneyland is wonderful to draw, so I'm sure your DH won't struggle for inspiration! I would give him some alone time so he can do his thing without anyone rushing him, but I know that's hard to do during family trips. Here's a link to my husband's blog posts about his Disneyland drawings: http://petescully.com/tag/disneyland/

The biggest thing DH struggled with for awhile was drawing in public in general. A lot of people will come up to him and breath over his shoulder and make comments. While flattering, it's also very distracting. He's learned to just embrace it and go with the flow! I hope you and your DH have a great time!
 
Go to the Disneyland main site --> drop down the Things to Do menu at the top and click on Events and Tours --> from there scroll down and find Holiday Time Tour --> click on the link, then click on the calendar symbol on the right-hand side under hours. Once you click on the date you are interested in, it will show the times it is available.

Here's a direct link to the page with the calendar if you don't want to go through all the steps. https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/holiday-time-at-disneyland/

I hope this helps!
Ah!! Thanks!! That was perfect, lvdis :) It appears the tour is only once a day (1:30) during our stay. I wanted to do it the last day, but I'm afraid to wait so I may opt for the first day. We only have 3 nights and we have a dinner reservation the second one so it's either the first or third. Decisions, decisions! Maybe I'll call VP tomorrow and see what they think.

Thanks again! I feel stupid for missing the calendar :rolleyes:
 
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