Family at EPCOT Festival of the Holidays; father holding son; mother eating a cookie wearing Santa hat
  • On Dec 2, 2024
    Dana from IL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Is there are way to please get a confirmed date for when the Merry Menagerie is leaving Disney's Animal Kingdom for the 2024 holiday season? I am coming at the end of December, and a visit to AK depends on whether or not this event will be there.

    Welcome back to planDisney, Dana! Planning a late-December trip to Walt Disney World Resort sounds like a magical end to the most wonderful time of the year.

    I always get so excited when the holidays arrive; it's sad to think about packing things away until the season comes around again. But there is still time to celebrate! Let's ho- ho- hope we can get you set for your trip.

    The Disney Parks Blog shared a lot of great information about New Holiday Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This article states that Santa will catch his sleigh back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. The jolly 'ole elf is a busy man on December 24. Since the article did not say how long the Merry Menagerie would be hoofing along at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, I asked a Cast Member. They shared these puppets will be hanging around until December 31. 

    If your trip includes a trip to EPCOT, I would also look at the Disney Parks Blog's 7 New Experiences at EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. It really makes me wish I could squeeze in a trip before Christmas. It will all be gone before I get there for Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, but I hope a few decorations may still be waiting for me. I know I will be stopping at the Main Street Confectionery to see if the special Christmas mix of popcorn is still available.

    I hope your holiday season is paws-itively perfect! You know we are always happy to see you at planDisney as you plan your magical vacations.

    Happy Holly-Days!
    Jana
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Meet the Panelist: Jana, Georgia

Hi, everyone! I’m Jana, a Disney-loving wife and mom from Atlanta. My boys (my husband and sons) are the greatest joys in my life. We have so many magical memories from our vacations at Walt Disney World Resort and aboard Disney Cruise Line. I welcome the chance to share my knowledge and advice in helping you plan your visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Learn More About Jana

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