Disney4me Posted October 7, 2025 Report Posted October 7, 2025 Yes, yes, I know that it seems a little early, but it’s time to start thinking about the holidays! Barn Santa The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays returns this year on November 28th, and we are PUMPED. We go to every festival on opening day here at DFB to review all (yes, I mean ALL) the food booths, check out the entertainment, and share with you the best strategies for conquering your visit. So when Disney revealed the holiday storyteller schedule early, you know we just had to let you know! Holiday storytellers are one of the coolest and most unique parts of the Festival of the Holidays. In several of the World Showcase countries, you’ll find a holiday storyteller (typically representing an important holiday character for that country) who will tell tales of their country’s traditions and history surrounding the season. Holiday storytellers These short storytelling shows happen throughout the day, and if you time it right, you might be able to catch them all. The schedule for the performers was recently posted on the Disney World website, so now you can plan ahead! Here’s what it looks like: Mexico Pavilion – Las Posadas Celebration ¡Feliz Navidad! Join the fun and pageantry of Las Posadas with dancers, piñatas, and the music of Mariachi Cobre. Days: Sundays through Thursdays Times: 11:05AM, 11:55AM, 12:45PM, 2:35PM, 3:45PM, and 5:10PM Norway Pavilion – A Mischievous Magical Barn Santa Celebrate the season with laughter as a mischievous Barn Santa visits Sigrid, an unsuspecting Christmas storyteller. Days: Daily from November 28th to December 30th, 2025 Times: 11:40AM, 12:30PM, 1:30PM, 2:20PM, 4:10PM, 4:55PM, 5:40PM, and 6:25PM One of the storyteller sets China Pavilion – Chinese Lion Dancer Catch a glimpse of this colorful performance that brings good fortune and happiness in the Lunar New Year. Days: November 28th through November 30th, December 6th and 7th, December 13th and 14th, and December 19th through December 25th, 2025 Times: Noon, 1:00PM, 2:00PM, 3:00PM, and 4:00PM Italy Pavilion – La Befana Come hear the tale of La Befana, the kindhearted witch who visits sleeping young children on the Eve of the Epiphany. Days: Daily from November 28th to December 30th, 2025 Times: 11:15AM, 12:15PM, 1:00PM, 1:55PM, 3:30PM, 4:15PM, 5:00PM, and 5:40PM Holiday storytellers Japan Pavilion – Daruma Storyteller Hear the fascinating story of the Daruma doll and the Japanese customs of the new year! Days: Daily from November 28th to December 30th, 2025 Times: 10:45AM, 11:45AM, 12:45PM, 1:35PM, 2:35PM, 4:15PM, 5:00PM, and 5:45 PM Between Morocco & France Pavilions – Hanukkah Storyteller Guests will discover an entertaining celebration of Hanukkah along World Showcase promenade, where a storyteller recounts traveling abroad to explore the diverse music and traditions of Hanukkah around the world. Days: Daily from November 28th to December 30th, 2025 Times: Noon, 1:00PM, 1:50PM, 2:50PM, 3:45PM, 5:05PM, 5:50PM, and 6:30PM France Pavilion – Pere Noel Visit with Père Noël and rediscover the magic of Christmas through the letter of a delightful child. Days: Daily from November 28th to December 30th, 2025 Times: 10:00AM, 11:05AM, 12:10PM, 12:50PM, 2:20PM, 3:25PM, 4:30PM, and 5:15PM The stage in France United Kingdom Pavilion – Father Christmas Join Father Christmas as he rings in the season, sharing the traditions of the United Kingdom and good cheer. Days: Daily from November 28 to December 30, 2025 Times: 11:45AM, 12:30PM, 1:20PM, 2:05PM, 3:50PM, 4:45PM, 5:35PM, and 6:30PM Canada Pavilion – Canadian Holiday Voyageurs Explore holiday customs from the various regions of Canada on a musical tour of the Great White North with the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs. Days: Daily from November 28 to December 30, 2025 Times: 3:25PM, 4:35PM, 5:35PM, 6:40PM, 7:40PM, and 8:40PM Father Christmas That’s the full list of showtimes before you hit the festival! Make sure to double-check the dates listed for each of the performers so that you know if they’ll be there on the day of your visit. Stay tuned to DFB for more Festival of the Holidays updates! Click Here to Learn Everything About the Festival of the Holidays! DON'T MISS A MOMENTOF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to the Festival of the Holidays? 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