2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators Lineup
The Candlelight Processional has long established itself as a beloved tradition of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. 2026 marks the 55th year at the Walt Disney World Resort, and 32nd year at EPCOT. Being held nightly from November 27 to December 30, 2026, this performance delights with magnificent music and a moving retelling of the Christmas story.
Each year, the America Gardens Theatre ushers in the spirit of the holidays with a 51-piece orchestra, the renowned Voices of Liberty, a celebrity narrator, and a choir of more than 150 Disney cast members and community singers. This show is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday!
Each celebrity narrator brings their unique touch to the story. Here is the lineup for 2026:
Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators
Nov. 27 & 28 – Auli‘i Cravalho
Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 – Gary Sinise
Dec. 2 & 3 – To Be Announced
Dec. 4 & 5 – Whoopi Goldberg
Dec. 6 & 7 – Robin Roberts (NEW)
Dec. 8 & 9 – Jason Kelce (NEW)
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 (NEW)
Dec. 24 & 25 – Jodi Benson
Dec. 26 & 27 – Simu Liu
Dec. 28 – 30 – Eva Longoria
Performances are held nightly at 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. EST at the America Gardens Theatre. Performances are included with your EPCOT admission on a first-come, first-seated basis.
Candlelight Processional Dining Packages
Seating often fills up fast, so plan ahead to experience this stunning show. To guarantee a seat at one of the three nightly performances and enjoy a delicious meal, we recommend booking a Candlelight Processional Dining Package.
Enjoy a meal at a select EPCOT restaurant that also includes reserved seating for the show. Here is what you can expect:
Choose from breakfast, lunch or dinner (selections will vary depending on the restaurant chosen)
Entree and Dessert or buffet
Non-Alcoholic Beverage or Alcoholic Beverage (for guests 21 and older)
A reserved seating badge for your reserved showtime
While a seat is guaranteed, it is recommend to arrive early for the best possible view within the reserved section.
Reservations for the Candlelight Processional Dining Packages open on October 14. You must book a labeled Candlelight Processional Dining Package, not just the desired restaurant, to receive the reserved seating badge.
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