Hi Tenisha,
Welcome to planDisney! So glad to hear you’re planning a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth for the holidays!
You're in luck!
The Holidays Begin at Disneyland on November 14, 2025, and continue through January 7, 2026.
The Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure will take place during that same time. By November 14, all the winter décor should be up, so your trip will be perfectly timed to catch all the holiday magic!
There’s so much to look forward to during the holidays! A must-do for any Christmastime trip is “
A Christmas Fantasy Parade.” While many guests love to watch from Main Street, I’m a big fan of the viewing spots near “it’s a small world.” When I sit there, I can
catch the lighting of “it’s a small world” while grabbing a great seat for the parade. Then, as the night progresses, I enjoy “
Believe… In Holiday Magic” Fireworks Spectacular from the same spot. As a bonus, you can often hop on
“it’s a small world” holiday afterward with minimal wait time!
Disney typically posts the
entertainment schedule 60 days in advance, so be sure to check it out so you can plan for the trifecta of nighttime entertainment.
If you're a fan of holiday décor, I highly recommend watching the documentary
Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic on Disney+. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the Disney Parks prepare for the season. Cast Members work hard (often overnight) to transform the parks into a winter wonderland. It’s truly magical!
I hope this info was helpful, Tenisha! I have tons of holiday recommendations, so feel free to come back with more questions. I would be thrilled to help!
Have a merry vacation!
– Melinda