The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
- Celebrate the holidays with Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Aloe Blacc, Good Charlotte, Mariah the Scientist, Nicole Scherzinger, Iam Tongi, Bebe Rexha, Trisha Yearwood, and more.
- Watch on Monday, December 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and stream next day on Disney+, Hulu, and Disney YouTube.
- Derek Hough returns to host this year’s celebration, guiding us through a magical holiday journey narrated by Disney favorite Ginnifer Goodwin from Zootopia 2.
The holidays at Disney Parks are about to sparkle brighter than ever! This year, The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, the beloved holiday TV special, is bringing together an incredible lineup of artists, popular Disney locations, and festive performances that will warm your heart and make your season merry and bright.
Adding even more magic to the night, the special will be narrated by Ginnifer Goodwin, adored for her role as Snow White in ABC’s Once Upon a Time and currently starring as the voice of Judy Hopps in the Disney film Zootopia 2 and in Zootopia: Better Zoogether!, an all-new 4D show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Guiding viewers through this festive journey is Derek Hough from hit show Dancing with the Stars, who will not only host but also showcase his incredible talent with show-stopping performances.
Beyond the holiday TV special, Disney magic is decking the halls with music, and memorable moments from coast to coast, and even across the Pacific. Whether you’re a fan of soulful ballads, pop anthems, or classic holiday tunes, this special has something for everyone.
Celebrate the Holidays with Gwen Stefani and an All-Star Lineup Across Disney Parks
This year’s holiday spectacular shines bright with Gwen Stefani, who will take center stage at Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort for a dazzling performance of her brand-new festive hit “Shake the Snowglobe.” With the castle aglow in holiday lights, Gwen’s high-energy style and signature flair promise to make this one of the most unforgettable moments of the night.
But the magic doesn’t stop there! Joining Gwen are incredible artists performing from iconic Disney locations:
- Aloe Blacc brings soulful vibes to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with “This Christmas.”
- At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Good Charlotte rocks out in front of the Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with “Fairytale of New York.”
- At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Coco Jones delivers a heartfelt “Silent Night” beneath the glowing Tree of Life, while Mariah the Scientist adds a twist to “Santa Baby” in the bioluminescent wonder of Pandora – The World of Avatar.
- Over at Disneyland Resort, Tony Award Winner Nicole Scherzinger graces “it’s a small world” with a stunning rendition of “O Holy Night.”
- At EPCOT, the holiday fun continues at World Celebration Gardens, where three-time Grammy winner Trisha Yearwood will sing “My Favorite Things.”
- Bebe Rexha takes the festivities to another level on the Cinderella Castle stage at Magic Kingdom Park with a performance of “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree.”
- Finally, the holiday spirit travels all the way to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, where American Idol winner Iam Tongi shares the warmth of the islands with “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” from Lilo and Stitch.
Where to Watch The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
Don’t miss this dazzling holiday event! Tune in to ABC for the premiere of The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular on Monday, December 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC and stream it next day on Disney +, Hulu, and Disney YouTube. Gather your family, grab some cocoa, and let Disney bring the holiday magic straight to your home.
