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Walt Disney World Resort Special Events Schedule

Find information on all our festivals, special events and holiday shows. The Walt Disney World® Resort hosts wondrous special events throughout the year.

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Magic Kingdom
Princess Marathon Weekend Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend

Dates: February 24, 2012 - February 26, 2012
Assemble your fellow princesses for Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend. The royal affair will bring women of all ages together for a half marathon, a 5K, kids' races, and a health & fitness expo. Every woman is a princess, which princess are you?
Night of Joy Night of Joy

Dates: September 7-8, 2012
Night of Joy is a contemporary Christian music festival that takes place in the Fall at Magic Kingdom Park. It features live performances by contemporary Christian superstars in rock, pop and gospel.
Little Trick-or-Treaters at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Dates: Select Nights September-October 2012
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a Halloween-themed special event held on select dates in Magic Kingdom theme park. Purchase of an additional event admission ticket is required to attend Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Dress up in your favorite costume and get ready to treat-or-treat.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Dates: Select Nights November–December 2012
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a special event held each winter on select nights at Magic Kingdom theme park. Purchase of an additional event admission ticket is required to attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. The event is filled with jolly holiday parades, fireworks and live entertainment.
Walt Disney World Marathon Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

Dates: January 2013
This is one race weekend where the smiles easily outnumber the miles. So mark your calendar now to run in the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend. It's the only place in the world where you can earn the exclusive, and highly coveted Disney Medals.

Epcot
Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

Dates: March 7, 2012–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, unique shopping and more.
Live band with purple mood lighting on stage performing in front of a crowd Sounds Like Summer Concert Series

Dates: 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.
International Food & Wine Festival Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Dates: September 28, 2012–November 11, 2012
The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is an autumn special event that transforms Epcot theme park into a food and wine lover's paradise with specialty food items, culinary events, wine seminars and live musical entertainment.
Wine and Dine Half Marathon Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon

Dates: November 9, 2012–November 10, 2012
The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend blends the magic of a Disney 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.
A Children's Choir Performs at the Candlelight Processional Holidays Around The World - Candlelight Processional

Dates: November 23, 2012–December 30, 2012
Candlelight Processional is a special holiday event held nightly at the American Gardens Theatre in Epcot theme park as part of Holidays Around The World. The event retells the story of Christmas with a celebrity narrator, orchestra and choir.

Hollywood Studios
Star Wars Weekends Star Wars Weekends

Dates: May 18, 2012–June 10, 2012
Star Wars Weekends is an annual special event at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park that celebrates the legendary Star Wars Saga and the animated television series,The Clone Wars. Join Jedi Knights, Sith Lords and Star Wars celebrities for special shows, presentations and memorabilia.
Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Dates: Fall/Winter 2012
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights on the Streets of America at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park is a massive seasonal display featuring millions of holiday lights perfectly synchronized to music.

Walt Disney World Resort

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic


Dates: November 8, 2012–November 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.


Downtown Disney
New Year's Eve Party at Disney Quest Interactive Theme Park New Year's Eve Party at DisneyQuest

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!
Festival of the Seasons Festival of the Seasons

Dates:
Fall/Winter 2012
Discover festive décor, live entertainment and outstanding shopping—all in a one-stop, holiday hotspot! Plus, enjoy a special photo op with Santa Claus. He's here to celebrate from November 18 to December 24, 2011!
Festival of the Masters

Festival of the Masters

 

Dates: November 9, 2012–November 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.

St. Patrick's Day Festivities St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Dates: March 15, 2012–March 17, 2012
The luck of the Irish meets the magic of Disney during the St. Patrick's Day celebration in and around Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island. Don your green apparel and gather for a 3-day event filled with exciting festivities, including live music, Irish food and beverages, spirited dancing and so much more
   

ESPN Wide World of Sports

Atlanta Braves Spring Training

 

Dates: Early Spring, 2012
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 players.

Old Spice Classic

 

Dates: November 22, 2012–November 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.

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