Hello, Victoria! Thanks for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel and asking your question. I simply adore the fact that you want to plan ahead for your Disneyland Resort adventure! You will definitely be prepared by the time your trip rolls around next year.
When booking a
vacation package online, you can only book dates 499 days or less away from today's date. So in about a week or two, you should be available to book your December 2018-January 2019 dates. You might be able to book earlier than that if you call the Vacation Packages line at (714) 520-5060. Keep in mind that if you book your package now, but a promotion is later released that applies to your travel dates and accommodations, you can typically apply that promotion to your already-booked package.
While park hours and entertainment schedules won't be available until much closer to your dates next year, keep your eye on the
Disney Parks Blog for all the happenings that will take place during the 2017
Holiday season. This should give you good idea of what you might expect when you visit. Some typical things to look forward to are Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle, holiday overlays on certain attractions, A Christmas Fantasy Parade, and of course a visit from Santa!
I hope you are able to book your vacation soon. If you encounter any more questions while you plan for your trip, please visit the Disney Parks Moms Panel again. We love helping Guests plan magical vacations to the Happiest Place on Earth!
-Linda M.