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Walt Disney World Events

April | May | June | July | August | September | October 
 November | Beyond


April Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
April 1-30  -- 10:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
April 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
April 1-30 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
April 1-30  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
April 1-7  -- 8:30 & 10:00 p.m.
April 8-23, 26-30  -- 8:30 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
April 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
April 1-30 -- 3:45 p.m.

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
March 7 – May 20, 2012
The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is a special spring event brimming with colorful flowers, lush gardens and some of your favorite Disney characters brought to life in topiary! Enjoy live music, educational programs.

Atlanta Braves Spring Training
ESPN Wide World of Sports
Baseball fans can catch some major league action when the Atlanta Braves take the field for spring training. See how the rookies fare against your favorite big league.

Sunday            April 1 Philadelphia Phillies 1:05 PM
Monday           April 2 New York Mets 12:00 PM

May Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
May 1-31  -- 10:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
May 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
M
ay 1-31 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
May 1-31  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
May 1-31 -- 9:00 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
May 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
May 1-31 -- 3:45 p.m.

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
March 7 – May 20, 2012
The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is a special spring event brimming with colorful flowers, lush gardens and some of your favorite Disney characters brought to life in topiary! Enjoy live music, educational programs.

Star Wars Weekend
Disney's Hollywood Studios
May 18-20, May 25-27
Here, you'll find an entire saga's worth of characters and celebrities on hand for autographs, pictures, motorcades, Q&A sessions and more, including the Jedi Training Academy for your Padawans.

Expedition Everest Challenge
Animal Kingdom
May 5, 2012
Experience the true meaning of "racing heartbeat." Expedition Everest Challenge, a race adventure with some bite.

June Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
June 1-30  -- 10:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
June 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
June 1-30 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
June 1-30  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
June 1-5, 7-13, 15-30 -- 9:00 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
June 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
June 1-30 -- 3:45 p.m.

Star Wars Weekend
Disney's Hollywood Studios
June 1-3, June 8-10
Here, you'll find an entire saga's worth of characters and celebrities on hand for autographs, pictures, motorcades, Q&A sessions and more, including the Jedi Training Academy for your Padawans.

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series
June 10, 2012–July 28, 2012
Sounds Like Summer is an annual live concert series at Epcot theme park that brings together a talented collection of tribute bands to authentically recreate the classic hits of legendary musical icons.

July Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
July 1,2, 5-31  -- 10:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
July 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
July 1-31 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
July 1-3, 5-31  -- 9:00 p.m.
July 4  -- 10:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
July 1-31 -- 9:00 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
July 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
July 1-31 -- 3:45 p.m.

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series
June 10, 2012–July 28, 2012
Sounds Like Summer is an annual live concert series at Epcot theme park that brings together a talented collection of tribute bands to authentically recreate the classic hits of legendary musical icons.

August Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
August 1-18  -- 10:00 p.m.
August 19  -- 9:00 p.m.
August 20  -- 10:00 p.m.
August 21,22  -- 9:00 p.m.
August 23-25  -- 10:00 p.m.
August 26  -- 9:00 p.m.
August 27  -- 10:00 p.m.
August 28,29  -- 9:00 p.m.
August 30  -- 10:00 p.m.
August 31  -- 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
August 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
August 1-18,19,23-25,27,30 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
August 1-31  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
August 1-18 -- 9:00 p.m.
August 19-31 -- 8:30 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
August 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
August 1-31 -- 3:45 p.m.

September Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
September 1-3,6,10,13  -- 10:00 p.m.
September 4,5,9,12,15-17,19,20,22-24,26,27,29  -- 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
September 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
September 1-3,6,10,13, -- 9:00 p.m.
September 15,17,20,22,24,27,29 -- 8:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
September 1-30  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
September 1-15 -- 8:30 p.m.
September 16-28, 30 -- 8:00 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
September 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
September 1-30 -- 3:45 p.m.

Night of Joy
Magic Kingdom
September 7-8, 2012
Night of Joy is a contemporary Christian music festival that takes place each fall at Magic Kingdom Park. It features live performances by contemporary Christian superstars in rock, pop and gospel.

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ 10-Miler Weekend
September 28–29, 2012
We double-dare you to brave dark and ghostly streets haunted by Disney villains. Your commemorative medal announces your towering triumph as you ride thrilling Disney's Hollywood Studios attractions till 3:00 a.m.!

MICKEY'S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Magic Kingdom
Select Dates: Fall
Boo! Don't be afraid. The screams you hear are squeals of delight, not fright. Disney fantasy and Halloween fun come together on selected nights in September and October for a one-of-a-kind celebration. Seize this rare opportunity to visit the Magic Kingdom® in costume*, ride some of the most popular attractions and enjoy some really sweet trick-or-treating with favorite Disney characters in their finest Halloween outfits. With special music, a parade and the spectacular Happy HalloWishes fireworks show, this is no trick - it's a real treat.

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

September 28 - November 11, 2012
Embark on an epicurean adventure as the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival showcases the flavors of the world, including new exhibits from Hawaii, Caribbean Islands, and Portugal. Explore marketplaces featuring regional foods and wines, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe. Plus, be sure to savor the sizzling sounds of the "Eat to the Beat" concert series that stars a stellar line-up of popular musical acts!

October Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
October 1-3,6,7,9,10,13,15,17,19,20,22,24,27,29  -- 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
October 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
October 1,3,6,7,10,13,15,17,20,22,24,27,29 -- 8:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
October 1-31  -- 9:00 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
October 1-10 -- 8:00 p.m.
October 11-22, 24-31 -- 7:30 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
October 1-31 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
October 1-31 -- 3:45 p.m.

MICKEY'S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Magic Kingdom
Select Dates: Fall
Boo! Don't be afraid. The screams you hear are squeals of delight, not fright. Disney fantasy and Halloween fun come together on selected nights in September and October for a one-of-a-kind celebration. Seize this rare opportunity to visit the Magic Kingdom® in costume*, ride some of the most popular attractions and enjoy some really sweet trick-or-treating with favorite Disney characters in their finest Halloween outfits. With special music, a parade and the spectacular Happy HalloWishes fireworks show, this is no trick - it's a real treat.

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

September 28 - November 11, 2012
Embark on an epicurean adventure as the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival showcases the flavors of the world, including new exhibits from Hawaii, Caribbean Islands, and Portugal. Explore marketplaces featuring regional foods and wines, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe. Plus, be sure to savor the sizzling sounds of the "Eat to the Beat" concert series that stars a stellar line-up of popular musical acts!

November Events

Magic Kingdom

Wishes Nighttime Spectacular 
November 1,3  -- 9:00 p.m.
November 4-8,11,13,14,26,28  -- 8:00 p.m.
November 10,17-24  -- 10:00 p.m.

Celebrate A Dream Come True Parade
November 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Main Street Electrical Parade
November 1,3 -- 8:00 p.m.
November 5,8,13,14,26,28 -- 7:00 p.m.
November 10,17-24 -- 9:00 p.m.

Epcot

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
November 1, 4-8,10-22  -- 9:00 p.m.
November 2,3, 9  -- 10:00 p.m.
November 23-30  -- 9:30 p.m.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Fantasmic!
November 1-3 -- 7:30 p.m.
November 4-7, 9-12,14-30 -- 6:30 p.m.

Countdown to Fun! Parade  
November 1-30 -- 3:00 p.m.

Animal Kingdom

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade
November 1-30 -- 3:45 p.m.

MICKEY'S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Magic Kingdom
Select Dates: Fall
Boo! Don't be afraid. The screams you hear are squeals of delight, not fright. Disney fantasy and Halloween fun come together on selected nights in September and October for a one-of-a-kind celebration. Seize this rare opportunity to visit the Magic Kingdom® in costume*, ride some of the most popular attractions and enjoy some really sweet trick-or-treating with favorite Disney characters in their finest Halloween outfits. With special music, a parade and the spectacular Happy HalloWishes fireworks show, this is no trick - it's a real treat.

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

September 28 - November 11, 2012
Embark on an epicurean adventure as the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival showcases the flavors of the world, including new exhibits from Hawaii, Caribbean Islands, and Portugal. Explore marketplaces featuring regional foods and wines, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe. Plus, be sure to savor the sizzling sounds of the "Eat to the Beat" concert series that stars a stellar line-up of popular musical acts!

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL
September 28 - November 11, 2012
Embark on an epicurean adventure as the Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival showcases the flavors of the world, including new exhibits from Hawaii, Caribbean Islands, and Portugal. Explore marketplaces featuring regional foods and wines, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe. Plus, be sure to savor the sizzling sounds of the "Eat to the Beat" concert series that stars a stellar line-up of popular musical acts!

Festival of the Masters
Downtown Disney
Dates: November 9-11, 2012
Festival of the Masters is a complimentary open-air art festival held in autumn at Downtown Disney Area featuring over 150 award-winning artists.

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon
ESPN Wide World of Sports
November 9 & 10, 2012
The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend blends the magic of a runDisney race with the flavorful festivities of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Whether you wish to race under the stars or support your favorite runner, this race weekend offers fun for all ages and tastes.

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic
Location: Walt Disney World Resort
Dates: November 8 - 11, 2012
More than 100 world-class golfers will come together at the annual Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic for 4 magical days of heart-pounding competition. Experience the spirit and tradition of the PGA TOUR at the Walt Disney World Resort championship golf courses.

Old Spice Classic
ESPN Wide World of Sports
Dates: November 22 - 25, 2012
12 Games, 8 Teams, 3 Days, 1 Champion? ESPN brings back the sixth edition of the Old Spice Classic to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Magic Kingdom
Select Dates: November - December
It's a magical night of special holiday entertainment including Castle Dreamlights!, an enchanting holiday parade, "Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade," featuring Santa Claus, a festive nighttime fireworks spectacular, Disney Character greetings, live stage shows and tasty treats on Main Street, U.S.A.®, plus the most popular Magic Kingdom® attractions!

MICKEY'S JINGLE JUNGLE PARADE
Animal Kingdom
Event Dates: Late November - December
Mickey has invited a special group of friends to join him on a Holiday adventure! The parade is filled with Holiday atmosphere – the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and feelings of the Holiday Season. Mickey and his friends are no exception. They’ve added Holiday accessories to their safari costumes. Add in some special Holiday music and traditional Seasonal favorites with a world beat twist and you have a combination that celebrates the Holidays as only Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park can.

HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD
November 23, 2012–December 30, 2012
Celebrate the holiday season with the characters, legends and lore from around the globe. Delight in wondrous tales and customs while experiencing the traditions of Walt Disney World® Resort. The signature events include a breathtaking Candlelight Processional and a special holiday-themed finale to the dazzling IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

OSBORNE FAMILY SPECTACLE OF DANCING LIGHTS
Event Dates: Late November and December
The most spectacular light display returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios®. As you stroll down New York Street and the streetlights fade and snowflakes begin to fall, you'll be dazzled by the millions of lights, dancing in synchronized splendor to a high-energy holiday symphony. You'll experience a symphony for the senses with twirling carousels, heavenly angels - even Santa and his reindeer - amidst electrifying holiday music! This enchanting spectacle is a Walt Disney World® tradition that's sure to make your holiday dreams come true!

Beyond November

MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Magic Kingdom
Select Dates: November - December
It's a magical night of special holiday entertainment including Castle Dreamlights!, an enchanting holiday parade, "Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade," featuring Santa Claus, a festive nighttime fireworks spectacular, Disney Character greetings, live stage shows and tasty treats on Main Street, U.S.A.®, plus the most popular Magic Kingdom® attractions!

Castle Dreamlights!
Cinderella Castle is transformed every night at the Magic Kingdom Park during Castle Dreamlights! When Mickey and friends realize the castle isn't decorated for the holidays, they enlist the help of Cinderella, the Prince, and even the Fairy Godmother! With all of their help, Cinderella Castle transforms into a glorious, wintry confection, twinkling in the sky!

MICKEY'S JINGLE JUNGLE PARADE
Animal Kingdom
Event Dates: Late November - December
Mickey has invited a special group of friends to join him on a Holiday adventure! The parade is filled with Holiday atmosphere – the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and feelings of the Holiday Season. Mickey and his friends are no exception. They’ve added Holiday accessories to their safari costumes. Add in some special Holiday music and traditional Seasonal favorites with a world beat twist and you have a combination that celebrates the Holidays as only Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park can.

HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD
November 23, 2012–December 30, 2012
Celebrate the holiday season with the characters, legends and lore from around the globe. Delight in wondrous tales and customs while experiencing the traditions of Walt Disney World® Resort. The signature events include a breathtaking Candlelight Processional and a special holiday-themed finale to the dazzling IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

OSBORNE FAMILY SPECTACLE OF DANCING LIGHTS
Event Dates: Late November and December
The most spectacular light display returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios®. As you stroll down New York Street and the streetlights fade and snowflakes begin to fall, you'll be dazzled by the millions of lights, dancing in synchronized splendor to a high-energy holiday symphony. You'll experience a symphony for the senses with twirling carousels, heavenly angels - even Santa and his reindeer - amidst electrifying holiday music! This enchanting spectacle is a Walt Disney World® tradition that's sure to make your holiday dreams come true!

New Year's Eve Party at DisneyQuest® Interactive Theme Park
Location: Downtown Disney
Ring in the New Year with a cyber celebration at DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive theme park in the Downtown Disney area. Your evening includes access to all DisneyQuest attractions and video games, food, and a DJ dance party with a New Year's Eve countdown and a confetti drop at midnight!

Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA
January 10-13, 2013
Imagine a weekend of runs where every mile is filled with Disney fun at the 2013 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna on January 10-13, 2013. Join us for a weekend of races that are magical as they are memorable, from Disney's Health & Fitness Expo to running through all four Theme Parks in the Marathon. Complete with medals of Mickey Mouse and his friends, you'd be, well, goofy to miss it!

Princess Half Marathon Weekend
February 22-24, 2013
Fairytales do come true. One mile at a time.
Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend brings women of all ages together to participate in a magical event designed just for them. The Disney Princesses are the inspiration for the weekend's events and will focus on the attributes every princess possesses: commitment, courage, determination, fantasy, perseverance, and strength.
 


*This list was accurate at the time of publishing. Disney however often changes the event schedule. Always call in advance to confirm*

 




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