If there is one place where the magic of Christmas can be expressed in all its splendor, it is Disneyland Paris: the place where dreams come to life! It is undoubtedly one of visitors' favorite seasons, whether just before the holidays, during the Christmas holidays or for a festive and magical Disney New Year's Eve. Of course, it is through a stay in a specially decorated Disney Hotel that you can make the most of it. Discover in this special Christmas at Disneyland file, everything you need to know about the Disney Enchanted Christmas.
Everything to prepare your stay, know the dates of Christmas decorations and festivities and know everything you can see, do or eat, in the parks, at the Disney Village and in the Disney Hotels (even in the luxury version!):
Disney Christmas Date 2024
No year without a Christmas properly celebrated at the Disney Parks, however the start and end dates of the Disney “season” vary each year. And for this year it is:
- Disneyland Christmas Date 2024: from November 9, 2024 au January 6, 2025
The Christmas atmosphere and specific activities begin each year from the beginning of Novemberjust after Halloween at Disney, ending on the last day of school vacation, at the beginning of January.
To find out what is the best day to choose to discover the park at Christmas: see our Disney attendance calendar
Nouvel an Disney 2024 – 2025
Pass it New Year's Eve at Disneyland and celebrate a nouvel an Disneyit's possible! And for the occasion, on December 31, the park closes much later than on other days. The opportunity to end the year in style in a unique setting and a festive atmosphere, but also to wish a Happy New Year to loved ones in the most magical place there is.
- In 2024December 31, Disney park stays open until 1 a.m. !
What to do at Disneyland Paris for Christmas?
For those who are wondering what you can see or do at Disneyland Paris, know that the list is long. It includes the decorations, the atmosphere but also specific shows and parades, meals and treats on the theme of this magical period without forgetting meetings with Disney Characters, dressed necessarily suited to this magical moment.
Christmas atmosphere and decorations
In the park, the paths sparkle with a thousand lights and an incredible tree bring the Christmas spirit to life like nowhere else. It's a completely different park that we discover, especially as soon as night falls, and in winter it falls early!
Christmas shows and activities
Several specific events are offered in the park during the Enchanted Christmas season.
We cannot miss the majestic Christmas tree which lights up Town Square from a height of 24 meters. It lights up several times a day, to the delight of young and old children!
With the musical show “Let’s sing Christmas!” »the public sings Christmas carols accompanied by Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and more… Christmas atmosphere guaranteed!
In the evening, before the big “Disney Illuminations” sound and light show, it is above the famous Sleeping Beauty Castle that the now famous “ Disney Electrical Sky Parade » carried out using hundreds of drones is adorned with Christmas colors to liven up the sky.
Disney Characters in festive outfits
Disneyland would not be what it is without the famous Characters that you can meet in the park, in certain restaurants and in the Hotels. And on the occasion of the Christmas holidays, it is with Disney characters in festive outfits that you can take selfies!
Special guest of these privileged meetings, the Santa Claus is also therebut be careful, only until December 25!
Find it list of Characters and the periods and times where to see them here on the Disneyland Paris website.
A delicious Christmas!
When it's time to eat, the magic of Christmas can also be found on the plate! Indeed, dishes, treats and drinks with Christmas flavors are offered in the Disney Parks and Hotels as well as in the winter market and Les Chalets Gourmands.
Your Christmas gifts
Christmas wouldn't be what it is without the opportunity to prepare gifts for loved ones. THE Christmas market awaits you with decorations, gifts and unforgettable souvenirs !
And of course, Christmas baubles bearing the image of your favorite Characters and other decorations for the home are on sale in Disney stores in the parks, Hotels and at the Disney Village.
Disney Hotel at Christmas
Nothing can replace a stay with family or friends in one of the Disney Hotelsthey too richly decorated for the occasion ! Especially since it is possible to prolong the magic by easily finding a hotel on the date of your choice using the price calendar !
Many possibilities are offeredbut above all don't hang around. The earlier you book, the more choice you have of the Hotel, the room and the date without forgetting more attractive prices.
Discover Disney Christmas stays at the best price thanks to price calendar for stays hotel by hotel and day by day accessible here :
And for those who want to enjoy a Royal Christmasthis is the Disneyland Hotel waiting for you. It is the best Hotel in Disneyland, it is located right at the entrance to the park and offers high-end services which can only fit perfectly with the enchanted moment that is Christmas.
Discover the Disneyland Hotel and its incredible rooms here on the Disneyland website but also in this file dedicated to the luxury hotel Disney version, the best hotel of the destination!
And of course, booking a Disney Hotel offers many advantages!
Besides theunlimited access to the Parks for each day, it is an opportunity to greet your favorite Disney Characters directly at the Hotel (except Disney's Davy Crockett Ranch). In the morning, to start a magical day, the hosts can enjoy some attractions before the official opening. Finally, during the stay, the parking is free at the Disneyland Hotel and Parks® Paris !
You understand, now is the time to book:
