The favourite season of all kids are here! While the jolly season brings out Santa to deliver presents and spread holiday cheer, Hong Kong Disneyland remains the happiest place on earth!

A festive soft opening for the Christmas season at Hong Kong Disneyland happened last November 16, 2017. Featuring the many attractions it prepared for its guests, expect a magical treat from the Fab Five. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and Pluto with new favourites Duffy, ShellieMay and Stella Lou will be performing onstage with singers and dancers. You’ll surely have “A Disney Christmas” to remember.

This is what Hong Kong Disneyland’s holiday theme is about. With the line up of performances that await every guest, surely, it will be worth the experience. Not to mention, the fabulous Christmas outfits that they all are in, Mickey and his friends surely know how to celebrate with a bang!

Here are some of the things you shouldn’t miss this Christmas season!

• CHRISTMAS BALL WITH MICKEY AND FRIENDS

During this festive season, the Castle forecourt will be transformed into a themed stage that’s home to the “Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball.” In this special Christmas performance, Mickey, Minnie and friends will bring Christmas wishes to life on stage. donald will be there too, though he’s in an extra grumpy mood because his holiday wish hasn’t come true yet!
Location: Castle Forecourt
Duration: 20 minutes
Note: On the following selected dates “Community Castle Sing Along” will be performed BEFORE the last stage show: 11/16, 11/24, 12/1-3, 12/9-10, 12/16-17, 12/22-26, 12/29 (Show time will be at 4:20)

• • HOLIDAY WISH MOMENTS ON MAIN STREET, U.S.A.

All along Main Street, U.S.A., you can be part of many magical moments with some of your favourite Disney Friends. Find out what Minnie’s been secretly wishing for. Unwrap Christmas presents with Duffy, ShellieMay and Gelatoni. Or even lead the Disneyland Band with Mickey! With so many surprises to discover, you never know what wonders await you.
Location: Main Street, U.S.A.
Note: The above Magical Moments are subject to a day-to-day arrangement and may vary in terms of schedule. Due announcement and inclusion in the Times Guide will be made.

• • A HOLIDAY KISS GOODNIGHT

What better way to round off a perfect day of Christmas celebrations than with a heartwarming serenade? As you head out of the park after an evening of festive performances, Christmas Carolers in Town Square bid you goodnight with a delightful performance under the stars. It’s a magical way to end your experience.
Location: Town Square and Main Street Train Station
Time: After ‘Disney in the stars’ fireworks
Duration: 10 minutes

• • A MAGICAL TWILIGHT SNOWFALL

Every evening during the Christmas season, Disney friends and townsfolk will make a special wish: let it snow! Just like magic, A Magical Twilight Snowfall will turn the Main Street, USA into a winter wonderland.
– During and after A Magical Twilight Snowfall
– During and after “A Holiday Wish-Come-True” Tree Lighting Ceremony
– After “Disney Paint the Night” Nighttime Spectacular
– During and after a Holiday Kiss Goodnight
Note: Please refer to the line-to-take below in response to Guests’ inquiries related to the snow effect: The theatrical snow falling on Main Street, USA is water based and like mild soap bubbles. If you experience any discomfort from coming into contact with the snow, help is available at the First Aid Centre.

• • AROMA EFFECT ON MAIN STREET, U.S.A.

Location: Near Market House Bakery
Scent: Gingerbread/Candy Cane/Cinnamon Apple
Note: The scent will be changed every week.

• • A HOLIDAY WISH-COME-TRUE TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

As a live quartet sings, “white Christmas” and snow begins to fall, giant projections will transform Main Street, U.S.A. into a breath-taking winter wonderland. The Christmas tree and Train Station will be illuminated with sparkling lights – filling the moment with yuletide joy.
Location: Main Street, U.S.A.
Showtime: 18:00 (Nov. 20-23 & 27-30), 18:15 (other seasonal dates)

• • HOLIDAY CHARACTER GREETINGS

Characters at Main Street, U.S.A.:
1. Mickey and Minnie
2. Duffy/ShellieMay/Gelatoni/StellaLou
3. Donald and Daisy
4. Chip and Dale
5. Pluto

Also Olaf’s Frozen Adventure Character Greeting, at the Royal Banquet Hall Outdoor Seating, is here to join the gang!

• • DRAWING AT ANIMATION ACADEMY

Available Period: 11/16/2017 – 1/1/2018
Show time: Please refer to schedule at entrance of Animation Academy

• • DISNEY CHRISTMAS TOUR

Booking Period: 11/16/2017 – 1/1/2018
Fee: HK$8,288 (6 consecutive hours, additional hourly fee: $1,600)
Language: Cantonese/English/Mandarin
Experience highlights:
– Designated viewing area for designated “Mickey and Friends Christmas Ball” show
– Designated Viewing Area for “Disney in the Stars” Fireworks
– Greeting with santa Goofy
– Exclusive Tsum Tsum collectible

• • MAKE A HOLIDAY WISH WITH SANTA GOOFY

Over at his Post Office on Main Street, U.S.A., Goofy has prepared new postcards with a one-of-a-kind Santa Goofy Commemorative Stamp so that everyone can write heartwarming holiday messages to their loved ones. Send postcards to family and friends around the world by simply dropping them off in Santa Goofy’s mailbox!
Note: Free postage available for Guests with designated Christmas postcards distributed by Hong Kong Disneyland Resort hotels and PhotoPass.

Come and join the gang in fulfilling your wishes this Christmas season! Have a very Merry Christmas!!!!

Disclaimer: The ultimate source of information is the Hong Kong Disneyland seasonal guide. I Value My Life is not directly affiliated to Hong Kong Disneyland. With a plain pursuit to feature family friendly destinations, this post was published adhering to the information disseminated by the giveaway leaflet.