Celebrate the Season with Disney Magic on TV
The holiday season gets even merrier with two dazzling Disney Holiday TV Specials airing on ABC—and streaming the next day on Hulu and Disney+! Featuring stunning performances, beloved characters, and surprise appearances, these specials are a must-watch for fans of all ages.
When and Where to Watch the 2023 Specials
- The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration
Airs: Sunday, Nov. 26 (8:00–10:00 p.m. EST) on ABC
Streams: Next day on Hulu and Disney+ - Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
Airs: Monday, Dec. 25 (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00–11:00 a.m. PST) on ABC
Streams: Next day on Hulu and Disney+
Hosts and Locations
Derek and Julianne Hough co-host the celebration and feature segments from Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Aulani Resort in Hawai’i, and the Disney Fantasy cruise ship. Mickey Guyton and Jesse Palmer are joining them for the parade special, celebrating 40 years of Disney’s Christmas Day tradition..
Who’s Performing at the Magical Holiday Celebration?
This year’s lineup includes:
- Derek Hough & Julianne Hough: “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” “What Christmas Means to Me,” and a “Dance to the Music” medley
- Michael Bolton & Mickey Guyton: “Christmas Isn’t Christmas”
- Andra Day & Adam Blackstone: “Someday at Christmas” and “Legacy Christmastime”
- Mickey Guyton: “Jingle Bell Rock”
- Chris Janson: “Holiday Road”
- Tori Kelly: “This Christmas” and “Winter Wonderland”
- Chrissy Metz: “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”
- The Smashing Pumpkins: “Silver Bells”
- Robin Thicke: “Let It Snow” and “Perfect Holiday”
- Iam Tongi: “White Christmas”
- Plus a flashback to Mariah Carey’s 2016 performance of “All I Want for Christmas Is You”
What to Expect on Christmas Day
Filmed at Walt Disney World, the Christmas Day Parade includes appearances from your favorite Disney characters and performances such as:
- Derek & Julianne Hough: “Good Morning” and “Deck the Halls” medley
- Ariana DeBose: “This Wish” from Wish
- Chrissy Metz: “Silver Bells”
- The Smashing Pumpkins: “Evergreen” (original holiday song)
- Iam Tongi: “Mele Kalikimaka”
- The Cast of Aladdin on Broadway: “Friend Like Me”
Plus, enjoy encore clips from:
- Gwen Stefani (2018) – “Winter Wonderland”
- Beyoncé (2006) – “Silent Night”
- Stevie Wonder (2009) – “What Christmas Means to Me”
Whether you’re singing along with The Smashing Pumpkins or watching the parade while opening presents, the Disney Holiday TV Specials deliver music, magic, and unforgettable memories.
Did we mention – You can find ALL of the Walt Disney World Chrismtas Day Parades Here!!
