Disney Parks 2024 Holiday Special Performers Revealed: How to Watch on ABC and Streaming Platforms

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Posted: Thursday November 21, 2024 10:37am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

ABC has unveiled more details about The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, set to air Sunday, December 1, at 8:01 pm EST/PST.

Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, this annual event celebrates its ninth year with festive performances and holiday magic from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneyland Resort in California, and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawai?i. The special will also be available to stream on Hulu and Disney+ the next day.

What to Expect

The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular is narrated by Kristen Bell, who will share the tale of how the Disney Parks kick off the holidays. The broadcast will feature performances from top-tier artists, blending classic holiday tunes with new hits.

Musical Performances

  • Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro – A medley of "Deck the Halls" and "Holly Jolly Christmas"
  • Auli?i Cravalho – "Beyond," a new song from Moana 2 (in theaters November 27)
  • Elton John – The iconic "Your Song"
  • John Legend – A soulful pairing of "Always Come Back" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
  • Seth MacFarlane and Liz Gillies – "White Christmas"
  • Ava Max – "O Holy Night" and "1 Wish"
  • Leslie Odom, Jr. and the Imani Milele Choir – A moving rendition of "Little Drummer Boy"
  • Carly Pearce – A cheerful performance of "Let It Snow"
  • Pentatonix – "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"
  • Anika Noni Rose – “Milele,” from Mufasa: The Lion King (in theaters Dec. 20)
  • SEVENTEEN – "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town"

How to Watch

  • Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024
  • Time: 8:01 pm EST/PST
  • Channel: ABC
  • Streaming: Available December 2 on Hulu and Disney+
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ToTBellHop5 minutes ago

I guess Xtina is busy?

Comped34 minutes ago

Seth still gets paid by Disney for Family Guy (and American Dad too - since Disney produces both). And technically The Orville isn'r dead 100% either... It is a sad guest list though, that I agree.

Starship8241 hour ago

I'm gonna take a wild guess and say Jollywood nights has not sold out since the first night.

Chi842 hours ago

Yum!

Disney4family3 hours ago

A white castle!!!!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Cmdr_Crimson3 hours ago

Ugh...That guest list is sad...And they must have given Seth McFarlane a decent paycheck just to come down since he doesn't want any part to be with Disney any more and stick with Universal Studios.. Better off sticking to the classics..The Better ones.

ToTBellHop4 hours ago

Wilderness Lodge got a brand new tree and lights this year.

DCBaker21 hours ago

More details have been released for The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, airing December 1 on ABC: Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, ''The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular'' returns for its ninth year with a sparkling spectacle of new musical performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneyland Resort in California and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko'Olina, Hawaiʻi. Narrated by Kristen Bell, who will share the tale of how the Disney Parks kicks off the most magical holiday ever, "The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular" airs SUNDAY, DEC. 1, at 8:01 p.m. EST/PST on ABC and is available the next day on Hulu and Disney+. Performances include the following: - Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro – "Deck the Halls" / "Holly Jolly Christmas" - Auliʻi Cravalho – "Beyond" (from "Moana 2" in theaters Nov. 27) - Elton John – "Your Song" - John Legend – "Always Come Back" / "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" - Seth MacFarlane and Liz Gillies – "White Christmas" - Ava Max – "O Holy Night" / "1 Wish" - Leslie Odom, Jr. and the Imani Milele Choir – "Little Drummer Boy" - Carly Pearce – "Let It Snow" - Pentatonix – "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" - Anika Noni Rose – "Milele" (from "Mufasa: The Lion King" in theaters Dec. 20) - SEVENTEEN – "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" https://abc.com/news/25053aa3-b551-465d-b350-178720964326/category/1138628

wdwmagic1 day ago

And December 13

HauntedPirate1 day ago

wdwmagic1 day ago

And Nov 21 is now sold out.

bmr15911 day ago

Is this a sign of lower demand for the party as a whole or just an off night? Certainly parties not sellling out will be a point of concern for WDW. Maybe it could lead to improved offerings next year?

wdwmagic1 day ago

Yeah this will be a first in a while if it doesn't sell out. There is still time though

DCBaker1 day ago

Here's a look at the Annual Passholder hoodie, pin, magnet and ornament available during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays: