One of EPCOT’s most beloved holiday traditions is returning this year, and the 2026 Candlelight Processional is bringing another impressive lineup of celebrity narrators to the America Gardens Theatre.
As part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth, the Candlelight Processional will run November 27 through December 30, 2026.
The beloved holiday experience combines a live orchestra, choir and celebrity narrator to tell the traditional story of Christmas in a beautiful and moving presentation.
2026 Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators
Disney has revealed the majority of this year’s narrator lineup, with two dates still listed as “to be announced.”
Here’s who you can expect to see throughout the 2026 holiday season:
- Nov. 27–28: Auliʻi Cravalho
- Nov. 29–Dec. 1: Gary Sinise
- Dec. 2–3: To Be Announced
- Dec. 4–5: Whoopi Goldberg
- Dec. 6–7: Robin Roberts
- Dec. 8–9: Jason Kelce
- Dec. 10–12: Neil Patrick Harris
- Dec. 13–14: To Be Announced
- Dec. 15–16: Lauren Daigle
- Dec. 17–19: Ralph Macchio
- Dec. 20–21: Henry Winkler
- Dec. 22–23: Lacey Chabert
- Dec. 24–25: Jodi Benson
- Dec. 26–27: Simu Liu
- Dec. 28–30: Eva Longoria
That means there are still two narrator announcements to come, so the lineup isn’t quite complete yet!
What Is the Candlelight Processional?
If you’ve never experienced the Candlelight Processional, it’s one of the signature entertainment offerings of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.
The performance features a celebrity narrator telling the story of Christmas, accompanied by a large choir and live orchestra. The combination of music, storytelling and the atmosphere of EPCOT’s World Showcase makes it a holiday tradition for many Disney guests.
The Candlelight Processional takes place at America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure pavilion.
The experience has become so popular that guests often plan their EPCOT days specifically around seeing one of the performances.
Want Guaranteed Seating?
Guests who want to make the Candlelight Processional part of their holiday plans can also look into Candlelight Processional Dining Packages.
These packages pair a meal at a participating EPCOT restaurant with reserved seating for a Candlelight Processional performance. Disney has offered these packages in previous years, giving guests an option for making this popular experience a little easier to plan.
For the 2026 season, guests should watch Disney’s official channels for additional information about dining packages, including participating restaurants and booking dates.
Planning a Holiday Trip to Disney World?
If you’re dreaming of a Walt Disney World vacation during the holiday season, the Candlelight Processional is just one of the many special experiences to add to your plans.
Between EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays, holiday entertainment across the parks and resorts, seasonal food and all the festive decorations, November and December are some of the most magical times to visit Walt Disney World.
And with the 2026 Candlelight Processional running from November 27 through December 30, there’s plenty of time to plan a holiday getaway around this beloved tradition.
Ready to plan your Disney holiday vacation? Academy Travel can help you build the perfect trip and make sure you don’t miss the experiences that matter most to your family.
