Holidays Around the World

One of  my favorite Christmas Events is Holidays Around the World! During this event you can travel through the countries in World Showcase and learn about how they each celebrate the holidays in their own unique way!



Here's a list of what you might encounter:
American Adventure 
Meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, celebrate the traditions of Hanukkah and discover the spirit of Kwanzaa.
Canada 
Follow the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs on a musical tour as you explore seasonal customs of the Great White North.
China 
Watch the agile Monkey King weave his tall tale with twists and turns celebrating Chinese New Year.
France 
Discover the magic of Père Noël and the joy of the season through a Christmas letter from a child.
Germany 
Listen as Helga tells the story of the first Christmas tree and the tale of her first Nutcracker.
Italy 
Meet the kind-hearted witch La Befana who arrives on the eve of the Epiphany to grant gifts to good children.
Japan 
Hear the fascinating story of the Daruma doll and the Japanese customs of the New Year.
Mexico 
Celebrate with Los Tres Reyes Magos, the Three Kings, as they tell of their journey to the Posada and traditions today.
Morocco 
Join Taarji, a Moroccan drummer, as he reflects on family traditions commemorating the holiday of Ramadan.
Norway 
Spend time with Sigrid and learn about Julenissen, the Christmas Gnome.
United Kingdom 
Share in the vivid stories of Father Christmas, dating back to 15th-century England.