New Holiday Entertainment Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom in 2024

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Posted: Tuesday October 15, 2024 3:10pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

As the Walt Disney World holiday season approaches, Disney has revealed some new details on the festive line-up at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom for 2024.

At Disney's Hollywood Studios, holiday activities kick off on November 12 with three new entertainment acts designed to add fresh energy to the park's seasonal atmosphere.

The Juggling Elves bring lighthearted comedy and impressive juggling skills to Echo Lake, while the Holiday Spirit Band, a brass ensemble, will perform festive tunes that encourage guests to join in the fun. For those who love high-energy performances, the Seasons Jukebox marching band delivers hard-hitting horns, percussion, and dancers performing holiday classics with a modern twist.

Alongside these new acts, guests can also enjoy returning seasonal highlights. The Frozen Sing-Along Celebration will once again feature its holiday overlay, offering a wintry take on the popular show. Santa Claus will also be making appearances at It's A Wonderful Shop, giving guests the opportunity to meet him in a more intimate setting. As the sun sets, Sunset Seasons Greetings transforms Sunset Boulevard into a winter wonderland, complete with festive projections on the Hollywood Tower Hotel and magical snowfall.

Over at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Santa Claus will be making a new appearance at the 75th Annual Dino Institute Holiday Party on the patio of Restaurantosaurus, where he will greet guests as part of the students' and faculty's festive celebration.

The Merry Menagerie returns, featuring a collection of life-sized animal puppets that roam Discovery Island, interacting with guests in a playful, whimsical way.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse will also be available for meet-and-greets at Adventurers Outpost, dressed in their holiday best. After a day of exploring the park, guests can end the evening with the Tree of Life Awakenings, where seasonal projections of winter animals light up the iconic tree, creating a peaceful close to the day's celebrations.


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jrhwdw4 hours ago

Thanks! Any hope for MOUACT Toy Solder Band?

wdwmagic4 hours ago

I believe later, but not 100%

jrhwdw4 hours ago

Is Frozen Holiday Surprise starting the 2nd? Or later in the Week?

ToTBellHop7 hours ago

Yes, you can jingle all the day and jungle all the way.

DisneyGirl4Magic9 hours ago

So we will be able to see it during the day? GREAT!

Tuvalu10 hours ago

No ☺️

DisneyGirl4Magic10 hours ago

Does the Jingle Cruise only run during the Christmas party hours?

mf197220 hours ago

i was wondering the same thing lately

Stupido1 day ago

Isn't it getting a little late for the Very Merry menus to be released? First party is less than a month away, and Jollywood menus went out weeks ago.

JohnD1 day ago

I check out on 11/2. I should hop over to MK just to take in some holiday decor and ride it before I drive home.

IanDLBZF1 day ago

And then Fantasy in the Sky for 12/30 and 12/31.

bmr15912 days ago

I'd guess this week or next. It depends on how the hurricane affected their social media strategy.