It’s officially CHRISTMASTIME in the Magic Kingdom!! And, we’re already craving a big cup of hot chocolate and a stroll through some snoap soon.
Magic Kingdom Holidays 2020!
Recently, Disney released a TON of holiday merchandise and we started to see STARS in Hollywood Studios, which hinted at the start of the holiday season in the parks (even though it wasn’t even Halloween yet). But today Halloween is officially OVA, and holiday decor is arriving in Magic Kingdom!
Christmas looks a little different in the parks this year since Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has been canceled. There won’t be fireworks or Christmas stage shows, and Cinderella Castle won’t even be lit up in the classic holiday lights this year. Instead, Disney World will decorate the castle with projections.
Magic Kingdom Train Station
But even with all that, there does seem to be a bit of continuity when it comes to the Christmas decor! And, we’re giving you a full look at all the wreaths, trees, and MORE we found in the Magic Kingdom today!
Good morning from Magic Kingdom where we spy Christmas decorations! pic.twitter.com/PauuUNg9xP
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
When guests first arrive to Main Street, U.S.A., they’re greeted by the bows and garlands on the decked out train station…
Train Station
…where Mickey and Pluto are hanging out to wave to everyone!
Hi Pluto and Mickey! pic.twitter.com/LZxqNRVJM8
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
After we chilled out with our best pals for a quick minute, we started to head into the rest of the park to experience the holiday magic! Right now, City Hall is looking merry and bright with poinsettias hanging up on the building.
City Hall
Next door, the shops have decorated their windows with holiday delights! The emporium is ringing in the season with a pair of bells hanging outside of the store…
Emporium
…while the inside has garlands strung across the rooms for some festive flair.
Emporium
The decorations feel like they’re almost welcoming everyone into the Magic Kingdom to do their Christmas shopping!
Emporium Decorations
We just hope that we made the Nice List after seeing all the ADORABLE holiday merchandise lining the shelves in the Emporium.
Christmas decorations inside the Emporium! 🎄 pic.twitter.com/6vteQMWFWM
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
What gifts are you going to pick up for your family and friends this year??
Plushes at the Emporium
Christmas has swept into the parks overnight because the Main Street tree is already up with ornaments and packages from Santa! We’re happy we can still take our annual holiday photos in front of this beauty again this year.
Christmas Tree
Isn’t she a beaut??
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! 🎄 pic.twitter.com/TuXjGtdGMF
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
Just beyond, our walk down Main Street now feels like a Winter Wonderland as wreaths are everywhere you look (and we LOVE it).
Holidays at the Magic Kingdom 2020
Wreaths extend outward onto Main Street with faux wax candles that will make each night merry and bright throughout the holiday season…
Magic Kingdom Wreaths
…while the lampposts have also seen new decorations! Mickey wreaths have returned again this year to kick off Christmastime.
Mickey Wreaths
Plus, regular holiday wreaths can also be found on lampposts around the area with their ornaments, bows, and mistletoe.
Holiday Wreaths
The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is sporting one of the BIGGEST wreaths on Main Street.
Magic Kingdom Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
But, we decided to stop at the Main Street Bakery for our morning coffee to kick off the day instead!
Fueling up for the day! pic.twitter.com/Ri84xCgnVT
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
As we were exploring, we heard familiar voices cascading down the street! And, the Dapper Dans cruised on down Main Street aboard the trolley, singing tunes for all to hear.
The Dapper Dans on Main Street! pic.twitter.com/IniPE5HKrP
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
That wasn’t the only entertainment we spotted this morning, though! While we are waiting for themed cavalcades to arrive in the parks for Christmas, Goofy and his pals still were ready to have a blast in the Magic Kingdom today.
It’s a Goofy Cavalcade! pic.twitter.com/Rc8fIu4B4e
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
Still, one of our all-time favorite parts of the holidays is when Jungle Cruise sees its transformation into the JINGLE Cruise for Christmas. And, we got to experience our first ride of the season on the attraction (and our hearts are so full).
It’s the JINGLE Cruise! pic.twitter.com/X3xGsvBycR
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
As we waited in line, Christmas tunes like “Mele Kalikimaka” played over the speakers as we admired the new decorations in the queue!
Christmas music playing as we wait in line for the Jingle Cruise! pic.twitter.com/cv7MKLYWXy
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
On top of the Christmas canes and lights strung throughout the line, the posts in the boarding area also had garlands wrapped around them.
Getting closer to boarding the Jingle Cruise! pic.twitter.com/gtSTZcC1x5
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
Once we got ready to board the boat, we couldn’t wait to jungle all the way during our trip on the Jingle Cruise!
Jungle all the way! pic.twitter.com/i0efG2PHhW
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
And, we’ll be giving you a full ride-through of the attraction with us today SOON, so you can experience the magic of the Jingle Cruise wherever you are!
Ride the Jingle Cruise with us! 🎅🏼 pic.twitter.com/7GvuvKVcCf
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) November 1, 2020
Wow, the Magic Kingdom is looking as beautiful as ever at the beginning of Christmastime! We will be back with more holiday updates from the rest of the parks, including the new holiday cavalcades and EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays!
And, if you have any questions about how the holidays may look different this year, let us know so we can help you find the answers.
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Can you show us the holiday foods and treats for Disney world ? We are going 12/27 and I am anxious to see which are the best holiday treats to get.
It always looks awesome during the holidays. I remember when they used to change the outside lighting at the contemporary resort from white lights between rooms and floors to alternating red and green lights on the 7 Seas Lagoon side of the tower. Magical when the tree out front was lit and the courtyard was filled with the gum drop manicured trees. Ah,,, the good old days…
Denise, we will be reviewing them between now and then, plus when Disney releases its snack preview, we’ll cover that, too.