Holiday fans, get those calendars ready—Disney has officially revealed the celebrity narrators for the EPCOT Candlelight Processional during the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. This cherished show returns for its 55th year at Walt Disney World Resort and its 32nd year at EPCOT, and the star power this season is something special.
What Makes the EPCOT Candlelight Processional So Magical
Each night at America Gardens Theatre, guests are treated to a moving retelling of the Christmas story backed by a 51-piece orchestra, the Voices of Liberty, a celebrity narrator, and a choir of more than 150 Disney cast members and community singers. Classic carols and holiday favorites fill the air as candles glow and the park settles into that unmistakable Festival of the Holidays spirit.
If you loved last year’s lineup, catch up on our 2025 Candlelight Processional narrator roundup—then keep scrolling for everyone taking the stage in 2026.
2026 Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators & Dates
Three beloved stars are joining the Candlelight family for the first time this year: Robin Roberts, Jason Kelce, and Lacey Chabert. Here’s the full schedule so you can plan who you want to see:
- Nov. 27 & 28 – Auli‘i Cravalho
- Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 – Gary Sinise
- Dec. 2 & 3 – To Be Announced
- Dec. 4 & 5 – Whoopi Goldberg
- Dec. 6 & 7 – Robin Roberts (NEW)
- Dec. 8 & 9 – Jason Kelce (NEW)
- Dec. 10 – 12 – Neil Patrick Harris
- Dec. 13 & 14 – To Be Announced
- Dec. 15 & 16 – Lauren Daigle
- Dec. 17 – 19 – Ralph Macchio
- Dec. 20 & 21 – Henry Winkler
- Dec. 22 & 23 – Lacey Chabert (NEW)
- Dec. 24 & 25 – Jodi Benson
- Dec. 26 & 27 – Simu Liu
- Dec. 28 – 30 – Eva Longoria
Showtimes at America Gardens Theatre
Performances of the EPCOT Candlelight Processional are held nightly at 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. EST at America Gardens Theatre—plenty of chances to catch the show during your holiday visit.
Seating is first-come, first-served and fills up quickly, so arrive early if you’re lining up without a dining package. For the latest festival details, check the official EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays page on Disney World’s site.
Candlelight Processional Dining Packages (Book Oct. 14)
Want a guaranteed seat? Book a Candlelight Processional Dining Package. You’ll enjoy a meal at a select EPCOT restaurant and receive a reserved seating badge for your chosen showtime.
Packages typically include:
- Breakfast, lunch, or dinner (options vary by restaurant)
- Entrée and dessert, or a buffet
- Non-alcoholic beverage, or an alcoholic beverage for Guests 21 and older
After your meal, you’ll get that reserved seating badge. Your seat is guaranteed, but we still recommend arriving early for the best view within the reserved section.
Dining packages can be booked beginning October 14—set a reminder so you don’t miss the window for your favorite narrators.
Who Are You Most Excited to See?
Whether you’re returning for Whoopi, Neil Patrick Harris, or Jodi Benson—or lining up for first-timers Robin Roberts, Jason Kelce, and Lacey Chabert—the 2026 Candlelight Processional is shaping up to be another unforgettable holiday tradition at EPCOT. Tell us in the comments which narrator you’re hoping to catch!
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