The Quick Read
Key Takeaways
- When: Holidays at Disney Springs runs November 11, 2026, to January 3, 2027.
- Price: The Tree Stroll, Santa visits, nightly snowfall, and parking are all free.
- Trees: 20 decorated trees, with new Bluey, Monsters, Inc., and Hallmark trees.
- Santa: Meet Santa through December 24 using a virtual queue in the My Disney Experience app.
- Shopping: The Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop is open in Town Center through January 3, 2027.
- Hours: Opening day hours are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
OPEN Brief: Grab your Santa hat, because Holidays at Disney Springs starts today. Disney Springs is decked out from November 11, 2026, to January 3, 2027, with 20 themed trees, Santa visits, nightly snowfall, and festive treats. This OPEN guide gives you the free fun, the Santa game plan, and the best food and shopping in one quick read.
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What Is Free at Holidays at Disney Springs?
Holidays at Disney Springs offers free trees, Santa visits, nightly snowfall, roaming entertainment, and free parking.
Disney Springs lists every activity below as complimentary for all guests. Parking in the Disney Springs garages is free year-round too, so a festive night out costs nothing unless you shop or eat.
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Snowfall at Disney Springs
- Christmas Tree Stroll: The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth spreads 20 themed trees across the district.
- Meet Santa Claus: Santa Claus greets guests near Disney’s Pin Traders through December 24, 2026.
- Nightly Snowfall: Disney Springs adds snowfall every night of the season.
- Roaming Entertainment: Disney Springs brings out Toy Soldier Stilt Walkers, a Strolling Piano, Douglas Fir, and Toy Soldier Drummers.
- Festive Décor: Disney Springs hangs garlands and lights along every avenue, with holiday signs for photos.
How Does the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll Work?
The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll is a free hunt for 20 themed trees, with a sticker map and a surprise at the end.
The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth runs November 11, 2026, through January 3, 2027. This year adds three new trees: Bluey, Monsters, Inc., and a Hallmark Christmas Tree.
| Tree Type | Trees to Find |
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| Character and Film Trees | Bluey (new), Disney Villains, Encanto, Fantasia, Frozen, Monsters, Inc. (new), Lilo & Stitch, The Lion King, Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse, Moana, The Princess & the Frog, Star Wars, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Toy Story |
| Special Trees | Annual Passholder Christmas Tree, Disney Cruise Line Topiary, Hallmark Christmas Tree (new) |
| Flagship Photo Trees | Marketplace Christmas Tree, Town Center Christmas Tree, Sphere Christmas Tree |
Here’s how to turn the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll into a game.
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Grab a free map. Disney Springs Tree Stroll maps are at any brochure rack, City Works Eatery & Pour House, Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers, Havaianas, The LEGO Store, The Polite Pig, and the Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop.
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Hunt for the trees. Each Disney Springs tree you find gets a matching sticker on your map.
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Claim your surprise. Bring the finished Disney Springs map back to any of those spots for a special surprise.
How Do You Meet Santa at Disney Springs?
Meeting Santa at Disney Springs requires a free virtual queue in the My Disney Experience app, through December 24, 2026.
Santa Claus greets guests at Santa’s Marketplace hosted by Dairy Does More, near Disney’s Pin Traders in the Marketplace. Visits run November 11 through December 24, 2026, and include fresh milk and cookies. Guests may remain in wheelchairs or ECVs.
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Get to Disney Springs. The Santa virtual queue only opens to guests who are at Disney Springs.
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Join at a drop time. Santa virtual queue windows open at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. in the My Disney Experience app.
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Wait for the alert. One person can join the Santa queue for a party of up to 10. A push notification links to your digital entry code.
No Standby Line
Santa at Disney Springs has no standby queue, and virtual queue spots are subject to availability. Set a phone alarm for the drop time you want.
Want more North Pole time? Kids can write a letter to Santa at Once Upon a Toy and mail it to the North Pole. T-REX and Rainforest Cafe also host a family-style breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus from December 21 to 23, 2026.
What Holiday Food and Drinks Are at Disney Springs?
Disney Springs holiday food runs from gingerbread crème brûlée to a holiday brie and seasonal cocktails across the district.
Disney Springs has holiday items at nearly 20 spots, and some only appear on certain dates. Here are the standouts to plan your night around.
| Spot | Holiday Highlight | When |
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| Amorette’s Patisserie | Gingerbread Crème Brûlée, Tree Petite Cake, Mickey Glove Linzer Cookie | All season |
| Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar | Oh Christmas Brie, A Wreath of Wellington, Hot Chocolate Around the Globe Flight | All season |
| Swirls on the Water | Gingerbread Mickey Cone in a red velvet cone | All season |
| The Ganachery | Holiday Ganache Box and Hot Sipping Ganache | All season |
| Outdoor bars | Cranberry Paloma | All season |
| Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew | Holiday donut 6-pack | November 29 to January 3 |
| Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ | Holiday menu and cocktails, including a Seasonal Ham Steak | November 29 to January 3 |
| Paddlefish | Gingerbread Martini | November 27 to December 31 |
| T-REX and Rainforest Cafe | Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus | December 21 to 23 |
Holiday Day Specials
Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian serve Thanksgiving Day turkey dinners. Raglan Road, Terralina, and Paddlefish add Christmas Day specials, so book those dates early.
Want every menu item? Our Disney Springs holiday food guide maps the full sips and sweets crawl, and OPEN’s Jock Lindsey’s holiday menu first look covers all 10 new items there. For cocktails across property, see our Disney World holiday drinks guide.
What Holiday Shopping Is at Disney Springs?
Disney Springs holiday shopping includes a Hallmark pop-up, new Disney holiday collections, and a limited Jo Malone gift offer.
The Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop sits in Town Center near the Disney Springs Welcome Center through January 3, 2027. It sells items from the Hallmark movie Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, plus ornaments and cards.
- Mickey Mouse and Family Christmas: The Mickey Mouse and Family Christmas Collection is at World of Disney and Disney’s Days of Christmas.
- More Disney collections: Disney Springs stores carry the Holiday Pastel, Winnie the Pooh Holiday, Holiday Lights, Holiday Plaid, Hanukkah, Vintage Holiday, and Winter Wishes collections.
- Jo Malone Tartan Tales: Jo Malone gives a tartan gift with a qualifying purchase from November 22 to December 5, 2026, while supplies last.
See OPEN’s Hallmark Holiday Ever After pop-up guide for the full product rundown, and our 2026 Disney holiday merchandise guide for collections across Walt Disney World.
What Is Happening at Disney Springs on Opening Day?
Disney Springs opens the holiday season on November 11 with live music on three stages and two Drawn to Life shows.
Disney Springs is open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on November 11. Start your night with a lap of the Tree Stroll, then catch a set on the stages below.
| Act | Stage | Showtimes |
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| The Yuletide Treasures | Lakeview Stage | 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 p.m. |
| The Tropicals | Fountain Stage | 6, 7, 8, and 9 p.m. |
| Bing! | AdventHealth Waterside Stage | 6:45, 7:45, 9, and 10 p.m. |
| Drawn to Life by Cirque du Soleil & Disney | The Drawn to Life Theatre | 5:30 and 8 p.m. |
Leave Time to Park
Disney Springs asks guests to arrive at least 60 minutes before any show or reservation. Outdoor stage sets can be canceled for weather.
Planning more festive nights? OPEN’s Orlando Christmas events guide rounds up free festivals and parties, and our Disney Springs coverage tracks every new opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Holidays at Disney Springs start in 2026?
Holidays at Disney Springs runs from November 11, 2026, to January 3, 2027, though some offerings like Santa have their own dates.
Is the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll free?
Yes. The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll is free, and the sticker map is free at brochure racks and select shops.
How do you get a virtual queue to meet Santa at Disney Springs?
Santa at Disney Springs uses a My Disney Experience virtual queue that opens at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. You must be at Disney Springs to join.
Does Disney Springs have snow at Christmas?
Yes. Disney Springs offers free nightly snowfall during the holiday season.
Status Brief
Holidays at Disney Springs runs November 11, 2026, to January 3, 2027, with most activities free. Santa visits end December 24, and several menus start November 29. Details confirmed with Disney Springs on November 10, 2026. Check the Disney Springs calendar for nightly entertainment before you go.
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