Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Storytellers
The Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is an annual event that celebrates the food, spirit, and stories of Christmas and winter holidays. As part of the festive celebration, an international array of storytellers share tales in each World Showcase pavilion.German StorytellerThese beloved storytellers bring energy and whimsy to World Showcase, and stopping to listen to their stories is a way to introduce even more holiday cheer to your Epcot visit.
Here we’re sharing everything you need to know in order to add a World Showcase full of colorful stories to your International Festival of the Holidays visit.
WHo ARE THE EPCOT STORYTELLERS?
Throughout the holidays, World Showcase countries share their legends and lore of the season with Storytellers and entertainment. The presentations are typically under 20 minutes in length and are offered in a standing-only location.
Nowell the Lumberjack in Canada
WHERE AND WHEN DO THE ACTS PERFORM?
The shows take place several times a day in their respective countries from November 29, 2019, through December 30, 2019. Look for specially identified areas in each country, and check the Times Guide for showtimes.
Mexico: Las Posadas Celebration
Feliz Navidad! This energetic performance will include dancers, music from Mariachi Cobre, and pinatas!
Las Posadas
Norway: A Mischievous Magical Barn Santa
Find out what happens when Barn Santa visits Sigrid, the storyteller in the Norway pavilion.
China: Chinese Lion Dancer
Surround yourself with good fortune and happiness as the Chinese Lion Dancer rings in the Lunar New Year.
NEW! Germany: Chilli Da Mur
This year Germany will introduce vocal group Chilli Da Mur to share a variety of musical stylings for the holiday season!
Italy: La Befana
Learn about La Befana, who visits children on the even of the Epiphany.
Le Befana
The American Adventure: Santa and Mrs. Claus
He’s not up on the rooftop; he’s hanging out at the American Adventure pavilion! Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus throughout the holiday season.
Japan: Daruma Storyteller
The New Year is at the heart of Japan’s story, during which guests learn about the Daruma doll.
Morocco: Festivity in Morocco
Music brings the Morocco pavilion to life and turns it into an exciting street festival!
Between France & Morocco: Hanukkah Storyteller
Celebrate the joy of Hanukkah as Zachary uses music and storytelling to share legends and tales of Hanukkah festivities around the world.
France: Père Noël
Say joyeux Noel when you hear a unique and child-like take on the magic of Christmas in France.
United Kingdom: Father Christmas
Father Christmas will highlight some of the traditions of the holiday in the United Kingdom.
Father Christmas
Canada: Canadian Holiday Voyageurs
Learn more about the expansive traditions celebrated from across Canada!
How else can I learn about international holiday traditions in World Showcase?
New in 2018, thirteen scrolls are placed around World Showcase. Each scroll shares details about the holiday celebrated in that particular pavilion. Disney encourages guests to read the scrolls and find new traditions to take back home!
Hanukkah Scroll
IS THERE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE TO SEE HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD IN EPCOT?
The World Showcase Storytellers are included in the price of admission to Epcot.