Candlelight Processional is something involving singing and Christmas. And crowds, I imagine.
CM parties happen two nights in a row in early December, and they close Disneyland at something like 5pm. I do not begrudge them their party, but I also don't want to be twiddling my thumbs in my hotel room, either. (though I'm a big DCA fan so I'd just run over there, as I have heard they have somewhat extended hours on CM party nights).
Sooooo Exciting!!!!!! I had Thanksgiving dinner at Goofy's Kitchen once... I've never been for any other Holiday festivities, and oh how I love the Holidays!!! I hope you have a fantastic time.