2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators

The Candlelight Processional is a cherished tradition of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. Celebrating its 55th year at Walt Disney World and 32nd year at EPCOT, it enchants guests with magnificent music and a moving retelling of the Christmas story.

Each night at the America Gardens Theatre, a 51-piece orchestra, the renowned Voices of Liberty, a celebrity narrator, and a choir of more than 150 Disney cast members and community singers come together to create an inspiring experience.

The 2026 celebrity narrator lineup includes beloved returning stars and exciting newcomers, sharing their unique interpretations of the Christmas story. Scheduled narrators for November and December include Auli‘i Cravalho, Gary Sinise, Whoopi Goldberg, Neil Patrick Harris, Lauren Daigle, Ralph Macchio, Henry Winkler, and more, with some dates to be announced.

Orchestra performing with a choir in colorful stage lighting.

Performances run nightly at 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. EST, offering multiple opportunities to enjoy this classic holiday event.

Seating is first-come, first-served and tends to fill quickly. To secure guaranteed seating for one of the nightly shows, guests can book a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, which includes a meal at select EPCOT restaurants.

Dining package options range from breakfast to dinner with varied menu selections depending on the restaurant. Each package includes an entrée and dessert or buffet, and non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverages for guests 21 and older.

After enjoying the meal, guests receive a reserved seating badge for their selected showtime. While seats are guaranteed, arriving early is recommended for the best viewing within the reserved section.

Booking for Candlelight Processional Dining Packages begins October 14. The event features classic Christmas carols, festive spirit, and global holiday traditions performed by a full orchestra and a harmonious choir.

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