The Candlelight Processional is personally one of my favorite holiday events that takes place at Epcot at Walt Disney World. There is nothing like seeing a favorite celebrity read off the story of a savior being born, accompanied by an orchestra and a choir to fill you with the holiday spirit. This is a must for anyone who is not in the holiday spirit and might need a little help. My family has enjoyed each time, as each narrator and restaurant makes each experience unique. It is a must do at least once. So to help you and your family enjoy this event we have compiled some information.
What is the Candlelight Processional?
The Candlelight Processional is the biblical telling of a savior born in Bethlehem. The story is narrated by a celebrity. It also includes a fifty piece orchestra and a full choir who enhance the story by filling the amphitheater with amazing music and beautiful harmonies.
Where is the Candlelight Processional located?
First you need to head to Epcot. Then head back to the World Showcase. Next make your way to the American Pavilion. It is located at the American Garden's Theater.
What is the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package?
The Candlelight Processional Dinner package is where you or your travel agent will call and make an advanced dining reservation (ADR) to one of the participating restaurants. You can book these packages up to 180 days in advance of your arrival. You will dine at your selected reservation time at the restaurant you choose from the participating restaurants. The package includes a 3 course meal or a full buffet for lunch or dinner depending on the restaurant you choose. You will then pay for the package at the restaurant or use your dining plan. Prices for the packages start at around $30 plus for lunch and $ 50 plus for dinner and may be higher depending on restaurant. If you choose to use your dining plan it will with be one or two table credits depending on restaurant.You will receive a sticker that you wear that has your showtime on it when you pay. This package will get you a guaranteed seat inside the pavilion to see the show. Just remember some narrators are more popular than others and those packages tend to sell out quicker.
Participating Restaurants:
Biergarten
Chef de France
Coral Reef Restaurant
The Garden Grill
Nine Dragons Restaurant
La Hacienda de San Angel
Restaurant Marrakesha
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room
San Angel Inn Restaurants
Teppan Edo
Tokyo Dining
Tutto Italia Ristorante
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria
What if I don't do the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package?
I just want to say from experience that skipping the package may hurt your chances of being able to see the show. At the American Garden's Theater there will be two lines. One line is for those that have bought the dinner package and will be guaranteed a seat. They will be let in first. The second line in the stand-by line. If the theater does not fill up they will let the standby line in to stand in the back. However, I have seen them turn standby lines away before.
Narrators for 2014:
- Jodi Benson November 28 and 29, 2014
- Neil Patrick Harris November 30 to December 2, 2014
- Jonathan Groff December 3 and 4, 2014
- Whoopi Goldberg December 5 and 6, 2014
- TBD December 7 to December 9, 2014
- TBD December 9 to December 11, 2014
- Joe Morton December 12 to December 14, 2014
- Chita Rivera December 15 to December 17, 2014
- Ana Gasteyer December 18 to December 20, 2014
- Marlee Matlin December 21 to December 23, 2014
- Isabella Rossellini December 24 and 25, 2014
- Blair Underwood December 26 and 27, 2014
- Steven Curtis Chapman December 28 to December 30, 201 As narrators are announced for the TBA dates we will be sure to keep you posted.
Other Tips:
- This event does not require a separate ticket. However you will need admission to Epcot and that admission price is not included in your dining package.
- Seating at the Candlelight Processional is first come first serve unless you have reserved a Candlelight Processional Dinner Package.
- The show times are at 5 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM except on 12/7/2014, where there will only be a 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM.
- Narrators are subject to change
- For best pictures of your narrator do not sit in the first three rows and sit more towards the middle.
I have personally seen Neil Patrick Harris and Trace Adkins. Both gentleman were amazing in their telling of the story. I do not think you can choose a bad narrator because they are telling a beautiful story. One year we chose to dine at Rose & Crown. The food was delicious but my children were not crazy about it. The next time we ate at Via Napoli and that was a hit with my children. We are going this year as well. Our narrator is TBA at this time and we will be choosing Via Napoli again. Have you been to the Candlelight Processional? I would love to know who your narrator was and where you chose to eat for your package? Will you be attending this year?
Amanda Hansel is a self proclaimed Disney nerd who has 2 boys. She is also a travel agent with Snapshot Getaways. You can find her on Facebook and on Twitter. She would love to hear from you or chat about Disney with you.
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