Visit Disney World for one of their special events.
The special events at Walt Disney World can make your Disney vacation even more, well, special! From Epcot's Wine and Food Festival to the Very
Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
Where: Epcot, Magic Kingdom
Dates: February 24-26, 2012
Price: $140 for individual entry into the Half Marathon. Registration ranges from $10 to $50 for the other events.
Participate in events including the Half Marathon, a Family 5K, and kids races. Registration is required for each event. Visit Disney's Official Site for more details.
Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Where: Epcot
Dates: March 7 to May 20th, 2012
Price: Included with Park Admission
Epcot is in bloom as more than 30 million flowers are brought in for this ten week Flower and Garden Festival. The Green Thumb in your family is guaranteed to enjoy this event featuring unique demonstrations and seminars. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, conclude the day with the Flower Power Concert Series featuring your favorite bands from the 1960s and 70s.
Mother's Day Weekend Brunch
Where: Epcot
Dates: May 2012
Time: 9am - 3pm
Price: 2012 Details TBA. For reference, here are the prices from 2010 - $46.99 for adults, $19.99 for children (includes gratuity, excludes tax)
The brunch includes pastries, omelets and eggs (made to order), bacon, sausage, carved spice crusted beef and mashed potatoes, salads, pastas, vegetables and desserts. There is also a children's buffet. Soda, coffee, tea and juice are included and beer, wine and champagne are available to purchase. Call 1-407-WDW-DINE to make reservations.
Star Wars Weekends
Where: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Dates: May 18-20, May 25-27, June 1-3, and June 8-10 2012
Price: Included with Park Admission
Meet your favorite stars and characters from Star Wars. Watch your favorite Star Wars characters interact in a one of a kind dance off, or get autographs from your favorite Star Wars celebrities.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Where: Magic Kingdom
Dates: Select Dates in September and October 2012.
Time: 7:00pm - 12:00am
Price: 2012: TBA
Join Mickey and Friends for trick-or-treating at the Magic Kingdom as well as a special parade and fireworks. Don't forget your to wear your Halloween Costume. This event requires a separate admission ticket. Selected attractions will be open during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Call 1-407-W-DISNEY to order your tickets.
International Food and Wine Festival
Where: Epcot
Dates: 2012 TBA (Historically Select Dates in September and October.)
Price: Included with Park Admission
Enjoy food and wine from over 20 countries from around the world! At the International Marketplace, try small samples of a wide variety of cuisines for $2-4 a serving. The festival also features exhibits and demonstrations as well as special Wine and Culinary Programs and Festival Dining Experiences (for an additional fee). Call 1-407-WDW-FEST for more information.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Where: Magic Kingdom
Dates: Select Nights in November and December 2012
Time: 7:00pm -12:00am
Price: 2012 TBA
Special events include Castle Light Show, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parade (the same one that is on TV Christmas morning), Holiday Wishes - Celebrate the Spirit of the Season, live shows, carolers, Santa Goofy, cookies and hot chocolate, and even snow on main street! Separate Admission is required for this event. Selected attractions will be open during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Call 1-407-W-DISNEY to order your tickets.
Holidays Around the World
Where: Epcot
Dates: 2012 TBA
Special Events include a special holiday IllumiNations at 9:30 nightly, holiday storytellers from around the world, Mickey’s Tree Lighting Treat at 6pm nightly, and the Lights of Winter.
Candlelight Processional
Where: America Gardens Theatre in Epcot
Dates: 2012 TBA
Times: 5:00pm, 6:45pm, & 8:15pm Daily
A celebrity narrator reads the Christmas Story with music by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir. Admission is free with your park admission. The show lasts about 40 minutes.
Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights
View millions of Christmas lights in this stunning display at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Historically in November and December
