The only thing better than Christmastime? Christmastime at Walt Disney World, of course! From the decorations to the parties there’s a special feeling in the air once November hits. But what’s that? You can’t make it “home” this year? Well don’t worry, Capture the Magic is here to help! Check out our holiday playlists below. We’ve created these stocking stuffers just for you, filled with the sounds of the seasons from some of your favorite parks and resorts! Don’t worry if your favorite isn’t included. We’re still adding to our list!
Please note: due to Amazon and Spotify licensing restrictions, some tracks may be missing.
PARKS
MAGIC KINGDOM
If the Magic Kingdom’s Christmas loop leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy all over, it’s no mistake! After all, Disney World’s original theme park has had the same classic, kitschy holiday soundtrack each and every year since 1972. A few songs have gone out of print, but you’ll find most of your favorites below. Close your eyes and you can almost feel the snowpe falling as you walk right down the middle of Main Street, USA!
Selected Source CD’s:
Ed Sullivan Presents Music of Christmas
EPCOT
The spirit of Christmas comes to life at Epcot! From the Candlelight Processional to the storytellers in World Showcase, there’s something magical around every corner. Setting the stage for a truly international gathering is Epcot’s music selection, which relies on orchestral favorites to put you in the perfect Christmassy mood.
Selected Source CD’s:
The Old Sweet Songs of Christmas
HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
Ah, the glitz, glamour and retro gaudiness of Christmas at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Nostalgia is the name of the game here as you take a trip back in time with the holiday hits you grew up with your parents and grandparents playing. Bing, Frank, and big bands float through the air amid all the over-sized ceramic ornaments and sparkly garland strewn throughout the park! Hollywood Studios boasts not just one, but three playlists themed to the various neighborhoods in the park.
Hollywood Boulevard
Echo Lake
Selected Source CD’s:
A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra
Sunset Boulevard
Selected Source CD’s:
A Merry Christmas with Bing Crosby
RESORTS
ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE
Christmas season may arrive during summer in Africa, but the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s take on classic Christmas songs has an heir of celebration and reverence all its own. Listen to this rare playlist and be transported to a far-off land where giraffes frolic on sun-soaked savannahs while Santa swoops overhead in his sleigh.
BEACH CLUB & YACHT CLUB
The Yacht and Beach Club Resorts take the holiday spirit oceanside! From the life-sized gingerbread carousel to the elaborate Christmas village, to wreaths studded with shells and toy boats, you’re transported to a relaxing waterfront Christmas wonderland. Helping that laid-back feel is this jazzy soundtrack played across both resorts.
Selected Source CD’s:
GRP Christmas Collection Volume II
CONTEMPORARY
Perfectly accenting the mid-century modern décor at the Contemporary Resort is this jazz-centric playlist (though inexplicably there’s no Kenny G to be found anywhere). Sophisticated and upscale, this selection elegantly sets the stage for your visit to the Small World-themed gingerbread house and Cinderella’s glass slipper.
Selected Source CD’s:
GRP Christmas Collection Volume I
POLYNESIAN
Mele kalikimaka from the South Seas! The Polynesian Village Resort Christmas soundtrack will transport you to an oasis of lush, laid-back holiday memories. Make a Hippopottomai-tai, hop in your favorite beachfront hammock, and relax!
Selected Source CD’s:
Hawai’i’s Favorite Christmas Songs
WILDERNESS LODGE
The crackling fire. The massive tree. And new this year: the gingerbread cabin decorated by Humphrey the Bear himself! It’s our ultimate pick for getting into the Christmas spirit: the holidays at Wilderness Lodge! Stoke up a roaring fire, grab yourself a hot chocolate and enjoy these acoustic and new-age Christmas hits.
Selected Source CD’s:
A Family Christmas
What’s your favorite Christmas playlist at Disney World? Let us know in the Capture the Magic Community on Facebook!
