Family at EPCOT Festival of the Holidays; father holding son; mother eating a cookie wearing Santa hat
  • On Nov 28, 2025
    Joseph from FL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    What time is early to sign up for meals/candlelight processional reservations?

    Hi there, Joseph, and welcome to planDisney! I couldn't be happier that you're here with this great question about your upcoming Walt Disney World Resort vacation! It sounds like you'll be arriving in just a couple of short days - you must be so excited! Have you finished packing your suitcases yet?

    Joseph, you're going to love visiting the Most Magical Place on Earth during the holiday season! The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is such a special way to get in the Christmas spirit. If you're hoping to see the Candlelight Processional, you have a few options. The simplest is to head over to the standby queue about an hour before showtime (there are three showtimes each evening).

    A few table service dining locations offer priority seating for the Candlelight Processional, and those should be booked in advance. To see if there's any availability for your date, head to the My Disney Experience Mobile App and search "Candlelight Processional Dining Package." Click "Reserve Dining" and enter your details. Since Guests are able to book this experience 60 days before their visit, you might find that this option isn't available at this time. Hakuna Matata! You might be able to get a same-day dining package at Regal Eagle Smokehouse - just head there as soon as they open to check on availability. Packages may not be available on peak dates. 

    Joseph, I hope this is helpful to you as you plan your vacation. Please stop by planDisney with any other questions you have!

    See ya real soon!
    Jennifer
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Meet the Panelist: Jennifer, Georgia

Hi friends, I’m Jennifer! I live in Georgia with my handsome Prince Charming and our three awesome Mouseketeers. My Disney favorites are food, princesses, holidays, and festivals. I thrive on logistics and details, so I love all of the intricate plans that go into making a perfect Disney vacation. So let’s get started, because tomorrow is just a dream away! Learn More About Jennifer

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