🎄 1 Day to Go!!!

Jillian Wallin
Dec 8, 2025
3 min read

This time tomorrow we will be in Disney World! Or, depending on when you’re reading this, we might still be on the plane—but either way, we’ll be out the door by 4:15 a.m. CST. Yep, bright and early!

So what does the day before we leave look like?

This year, today also includes reviewing the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party map and program. Why? Because while our flight is scheduled to land in Orlando around 11 a.m. EST, by 7 p.m. EST we’ll be joining the masses at the party! This is the first time I’ve ever done a party on arrival day. Normally, I save the most magical event of my trip for the last day, but hey—maybe this will be the start of a new tradition!

Let’s walk through the map and see what our plan of action looks like. Then, after the party, we’ll see how much we were actually able to complete!

📱 How to Find the Party Guide

Yesterday I got a notification from the app reminding me that party time is almost here. Here’s how to find the guide again:

Open the Walt Disney World App
Scroll down to Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort
Hit View Guide
Scroll down to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Tap Learn More

Now you’re at the Event Guide for Partygoers. (I’m not sure if everyone has access or only those with a linked ticket—someone let me know!)

🎶 Merry Entertainment

Here’s what’s on the lineup:

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade – runs twice each party, weather permitting.
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show – a festive spin on the classic fireworks.
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration – Mickey and friends keep the party hopping!
Frozen Holiday Surprise – Elsa and cast transform the castle in a dazzling show.
The Reindeer Wranglers and more live entertainment.

🎅 Character Meet & Greets

According to the app, we can expect to visit with:

Anna
Cinderella
Elsa
Flynn Rider
Jack Skellington
Mickey
Minnie
Rapunzel
…and more!

And of course, Santa himself will be there too.

💃 Dance Parties

The party isn’t complete without some dancing fun:

Disney Junior Jingle Jam
Club Tinsel
Santa’s Christmas Carnival

🍪 Seasonal Sips and Bites

One of the best parts of the party is the food! The app breaks down offerings by location, and there are so many festive treats to choose from:

Aloha Isle Refreshments – Pomegranate Yule Float, Santa Surf Shack Float
AstroFizz – Cherry‑White Chocolate Slushy
Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies – Milk & Cookies Shake, Cherry Cordial Cold Brew
Casey’s Corner – Holiday Pot Roast Hot Dog, Mini Corn Dogs, Loaded Fries, Candy Cane Tart
Cosmic Ray’s – Snow Cheese Chicken Strips, Cranberry Cider Punch, Holiday Pot Roast Melt, Turkey Burger, Buckle Up Mousse
The Friar’s Nook – Jalapeño Popper Tots, Spinach Artichoke Hand Pie, Ugly Sweater Shake, Pigs in a Blanket
Golden Oak Outpost – Festive Beignets, Gingerbread Cola, Yuletide Chicken Strips
Liberty Square Market – Mickey Whoopie Pie
Main Street Bakery – Mickey Cinnamon Roll, Christmas Wreath Cookie
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café – Arroz Con Leche Wreath, Mexican Hot Chocolate Mini Churros, Frozen Hot Chocolate, Christmas Tamale, Carne Asada Loaded Fries
Pinocchio Village Haus – Holiday Ravioli, Snowflake Ornament, Brr‑Raspberry Slushy, Italian Sausage & Meatball Flatbread
Plaza Ice Cream Parlor – Gingerbread Milkshake, Santa Hat Brownie Sundae
Sleepy Hollow – Peppermint Bark Funnel Cake, Orange Chicken Strips, Szechuan Cauliflower
Storybook Treats – Reindeer Sundae

✨ And of course, don’t forget the complimentary party cookies!

🎁 Merchandise & More

Pick up your keepsake ornament.
Check out special party merchandise (the app shows images but directs you to shops).
Enjoy festive attractions like Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Mad Tea Party, Monsters Laugh Floor, and the Jingle Cruise.
Don’t miss the Disney PhotoPass Service for extra‑special magic shots.