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December in Orlando

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An abundance of Holiday Celebrations taking place at Walt Disney World.

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DOWNTOWN DISNEY

    Festival of the Masters
    November 13 - 15, 2009: Award winning national and local fine artists showcase their diverse creations at Downtown Disney West Side.

DISNEY'S EPCOT

    Holidays Around the World
    November 27 - December 30, 2009: This Epcot tradition features storytellers, a daily character tree-lighting ceremony and a stunning display of snow-white lights. The moving Candlelight Processional, a favorite of all ages, includes celebrity guest narrators, accompanied by a massed choir and orchestra for a retelling of the Christmas story. Included with general admission.

DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM

    Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
    November 10 - December 18, 2009: Experience the enchantment of "Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade" and the excitement of a holiday-themed fireworks during a special after-hours party inside the Magic Kingdom theme park. Nov. 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29; Dec. 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17 and 18. 

DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

    Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
    November 30 - January 3, 2010: This dazzling holiday extravaganza electrifies Disney’s Hollywood Studios with millions of sparkling lights. With Jennings Osborne’s lights and a little Disney magic, the big city comes alive in glowing color as snow falls overhead.  Included with general admission.

SEAWORLD

    Christmas at SeaWorld Orlando 
    November 14 - January 2, 2010: Create yuletide memories and celebrate the season during “Christmas at SeaWorld.” This holiday event features festive decorations, snowfalls at The Waterfront and live holiday music from classical musicians and carolers.

    The Polar Express Experience
    November 13 - January 3, 2010: SeaWorld's Wild Arctic is transformed into the North Pole and getting there is half the fun. Classic scenes from the movie are recreated in a multi-sensory experience immersing passengers in special lighting, scent, sound and motion effects.

SILVER SPRINGS

    Annual Festival of Lights
    November 27 - 28, 2009 and December 04, 04, 11,12, 18 - 24, 26 - 31, 2009: Featuring more than a million twinkle lights and dozens of neon displays each evening from dusk till 8:30om. Enjoy strolling carolers, alighted boat parade and Santa Clause. Included in the admission cost.

UNIVERSAL RESORT

    Grinchmas at Universal's Islands of Adventure
    December 6, 2009 - January 1, 2010: This annual holiday celebration is based on the beloved Dr. Seuss tale and Universal Pictures’ and Imagine Entertainment’s Academy Award-winning blockbuster hit, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Seuss Landing at Islands of Adventure is transformed into a bah-humbug haven by the Grinch. The entire Seussian-themed island is colorfully decorated for the season and guests are invited to meet the Grinch in his lair, which is outfitted with authentic movie props and gadgets. Grinch fans enjoy a live, musical stage show that re-tells the world-famous story of the grumpy Grinch.

    Macy’s Holiday Parade at Universal Studios
    December 6, 2009 - January 1, 2010: The world’s most famous parade has become a holiday experience for park guests at Universal Studios, featuring some of the most popular balloons and floats from the famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. The excitement and pageantry of the parade, complete with a festive tree lighting ceremony by Santa Claus himself, is exhibited each day of the holiday season through the New Year.

      

UNIVERSAL CITYWALK

    New Year's Eve at Universal CityWalk
    December 31, 2009: The evening features live performances by national acts, an expansive gourmet buffet, a champagne toast and live entertainment.

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